Acura Unveils Special 'Thank You' Livery for Final IMSA GTP Races

As a decade of triumphs in the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship draws to a close, Acura and Honda Racing Corporation USA (HRC US) are marking their departure from top-tier North American sports car racing with a unique tribute. Unveiled just before the upcoming events at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, the #93 Acura Meyer Shank Racing Acura ARX-06 GTP vehicle will showcase a specially designed 'Thank You' livery for the concluding two races of the 2026 season. This eye-catching graphic scheme serves as a rolling testament to the dedicated engineers, skilled mechanics, collaborative partner teams, talented drivers, and enthusiastic fans who have fueled Acura's consistent success at the forefront of endurance racing venues across the continent.
This commemorative design signifies the conclusion of Acura's current prototype program. Earlier in April, Acura executives announced their decision to temporarily halt their Grand Touring Prototype (GTP) efforts after the 2026 season. This announcement paved the way for an emotional farewell to a significant 10-year period, which saw the brand compete with three distinguished racing platforms: the production-derived NSX GT3, the highly decorated ARX-05 DPi, and the current advanced, hybrid-powered ARX-06 GTP machine.
The intricate details of this special livery are a direct homage to every aspect of Acura and HRC US's journey in the series, celebrating the key figures and memorable achievements that have shaped the brand's enduring sports car legacy. Embedded within the sleek lines of the #93 vehicle are the names of the legendary drivers and partner teams instrumental in Acura's numerous victories, alongside visual representations of the iconic circuits where these triumphs occurred. The design also proudly highlights an impressive collection of championship accolades amassed over the decade, emphasizing a remarkable tally that includes 14 overall team, driver, and manufacturer titles.
Acura’s ten-year involvement stands as one of the most successful manufacturer runs in contemporary IMSA history. During this period, Acura vehicles secured 33 race wins and 43 pole positions, demonstrating dominant performance at every major track on the calendar. Significantly, the manufacturer clinched top-tier victories in all four of North America’s prestigious endurance races, notably including three coveted wins at the Rolex 24 At Daytona. The #93 ARX-06 will display its celebratory design on the track during this weekend’s TireRack.com Battle on the Bricks at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Following this, the livery will make its final appearance at the demanding IMSA season finale, the Motul Petit Le Mans at Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta, providing racing enthusiasts with one last chance to honor Acura’s storied past before this legendary chapter in American motorsport concludes.