We have the inside track on Wraptivo’s 2010 SEMA plans and the big news is the announcement of thir Honda CR-Z “Type-F” custom SEMA build. While there will be a few other CR-Z projects making their way to the SEMA floor most are top secret. Wraptivo has decided to go against the norm and are releasing nearly everything planned for their build. That includes showing off this beautiful rendering created by Jon Sibal of what the “Type-F” concept could possibly look like when its completed.
Wraptivo has several upgrades planned for their Type-F CR-Z including a suspension package from Tein, a ECU tune by Hondata, Volk Racing wheels, flat black/carbon fiber vinyl wrap scheme, and HKS Supercharger. Yes, that’s right. Wraptivo, with the help of HKS are supercharging a hybrid. Somewhere a tree-hugger is crying… Scroll down below for the size image and press release!
Press Release:
WraptivoTM Will Create Honda CR-Z “Type F” Concept To Debut At 2010 SEMA Show.
September 1st 2010 Irvine, CA-WraptivoTMwill produce our very first in house SEMA car in the form of a 2011 Honda CR-Z sport hybrid concept build dubbed “Type-F”.The goal for the WraptivoTMHonda CR-Z Type-F Concept is to evoke the notion of fun, which lies at the core of the CR-Z DNA while also giving a nod to the spirit and Honda heritage of the CR-Z. The Type-F concept will feature a sportier aesthetic over stock with the use of a combination of Honda Accessories Aero pieces and along with other aero components from Japan. The aero package will be complemented with a design package created to give this concept a special uniqueness yet with a familiarity that is still unmistakably Honda. The vehicle will be wrapped with WraptivoTMMatte Black and Carbon Black Film while small accents will be left in gloss black. The CR-Z will act as a canvas for Wraptivo to showcase its vehicle wrap options and give customizers a preview of how they can take advantage of this technology as a new way to protect their factory paint while also having the ability to easily change the look of their vehicle.
To increase performance we are looking to develop a supercharger system, suspension package, an ECU Tune, exhaust system, and other components with the help of our technology partners: Honda Accessories, Tein , HKS, BF Goodrich, Volk Racing, Hondata, and others to be confirmed at a later time. Interior enhancements will be subtle but functional. Recaro seats, a sport shift knob, and alcantara panels will be implemented to give the driver a sportier experience for fun filled excursions.
The completed WraptivoTMHonda CR-Z Type-F will closely resemble the concept rendering created for us by automotive digital illustrator Jon Sibal (JonSibal.com) though as the Type-F Concept is still in the early stages of production the final version may differ from the illustration slightly.
The Wraptivo Type-F Concept will make its official debut at the 2010 SEMA Show in the American Honda exhibit while the Wraptivo designer car wraps by Meguiar’s product line will also be launched at the same global event. Visit booth 24643 (in center hall) to learn more about Wraptivo and the American Honda booth to see the Wraptivo CR-Z. From there it is our intention to test all of our performance upgrades by entering the CR-Z Type-F in Source Interlink’s Super Lap Battle time trial event held the week after SEMA’s conclusion.
Updates on the Wraptivo Honda CR-Z Type-F concept will be available on the official WraptivoTMtwitter page (twitter.com/Wraptivo), Facebook page (facebook.com/WraptivoFB), as well as on MotorworldHype.com, the official online media partner for the WraptivoTM Honda CR-Z Type-F Concept. There will also be a feature article and pictorial in an upcoming issue of Import Tuner magazine.
It’s been a while since I’ve posted anything from GruppeM and I don’t think I’ve posted any Honda CR-Z accessories yet so its crazy that the two are coming together like this. Especially considering the type of cars GruppeM typically produces product for. It looks like the CR-Z is going to be a big deal if GruppeM decided to make a “power cleaner” for it
Ladies and gentlemen I give you video proof courtesy of EAT SLEEP RACE that the spirit of import drag racing isn’t dead! Scroll down for the fresh edit by the ESR guys.
Skunk2 has refreshed the design on their Pro-C coilover and created the Pro-S II coilover. The new design allows for double ride height adjustability and the ability to change ride height without affecting pre-load since the body itself is threaded. Right now there are only applications for the EG and EK Civic as well as the DC2 Integra but expect more applications very soon. You know the Skunk2 guys don’t quit!
As it stands right now SpoCom is the only dedicated car show that still makes a stop in Long Beach and for that we’re grateful (especially since Long Beach is our back yard!) but one of the things we appreciate about SpoCom the most is how they really bring back the vibe of car shows from years past. It was crowded but not too crowded it was a large show but not obnoxiously big and the quality of cars on the show floor was top shelf! It was a great show and I highly recommend attending if they make a stop in your area. Check out some of our pictures below and for a full photo gallery visit our Facebook Fan Page.
These cam gears have 99 problems but a ***** aint one! Skunk2 continues their “Black Series” line with these new cam gears for B-Series Honda engines. These cam gears are 35% lighter than stock cam gears and have a fresh satin black finish on the inside. If you want stylish cam gears that actually work then you’re going to have to go with these.
Over the weekend I got an email from Skunk2 about “The most revolutionary new Honda product” ever. Clearly after seeing a headline like that from the guys from Skunk2 I was compelled to see what this new product was. I was shocked when I learned that Skunk2 has cracked the uncrackable drive-by-wire code to create a big bore throttle body that leaves all the drive-by-wire characteristics in tact!! The price and release date hasn’t been announced yet but they did say that this new product will be available for the ‘06-’10 Honda Civic Si. Stay tuned for more info.
Ever since Honda revealed the CR-Z for the first time enthusiasts, journalists, and casual observers alike have all compared Honda’s new hybrid to the legendary CR-X. Many have speculated if Honda really intended to harkin back to the CR-X or if the CR-Z is merely a shadow of what the CR-X was. In the video below we finally get an explaination from Honda themselves of what the CR-Z represents and how, if at all the CR-Z is related to the CR-X. It’s a pretty interesting vid so check it out if you have a minute and a half to spare.
Fresh off the twitter-verse GReddy shows off their new Circuit Spec Oil Cooler for the Honda S2000. This kit comes with special ducting that allows you to rock it V-mout style within the front bumper. I would say this is a definite must if your S2k is a track car. I mean they call it “circuit spec” for a reason right?
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