Honda not ready to return

Withdrawn from the circuits since the end of 2008, Honda does not plan to return to competition in the near future, even if the group's economic situation improves.

Published on 14/07/2009 à 11:20

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At the end of 2008, Honda's decision to withdraw from Grand Prix events sounded like a bolt from the blue in the paddock. Taken over by Ross Brawn, the team which now bears the Briton's name is leading both championships as we enter the second half of the season.

Asked about a possible return to the world of Formula 1, Takanobu Ito, the new manager of the Japanese manufacturer, ruled out this hypothesis even if he regrets having to leave the paddock. “ It?s a shame to have had to leave F1 ", he said. " But I don?t think we have the desire to come back, even if the economy improves He concluded.