Formula R: High-Performance Synthetic Engine Oil by Honda Racing

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Honda Racing Corporation to Debut “Formula R” at 2025 SEMA Show: High-Performance Engine Oil Inspired from Racing for Honda and Acura Customers

October 30, 2025 — TORRANCE, Calif.

• Full synthetic motor oil developed in partnership with trusted partner Phillips 66
• Offered in 6 viscosity grades, Formula R will be available for track and street applications through Honda and Acura dealers spring 2026

Honda Racing Corporation USA (HRC US), the North American racing arm for both Honda and Acura, is proud to announce today, Formula R. Its first-ever consumer engine oil line bringing race-proven technology from the track to the street will debut the 2025 SEMA Show in Las Vegas November 4-7. HRC Formula R full synthetic motor oils will be available for consumer purchase next spring at Honda and Acura dealerships across the United States. HRC Formula R Full synthetic motor oil was developed as a premium product in close collaboration with Phillips 66—Honda and Acura’s trusted partner for over 15 years and proud sponsor as well as the official lubricant provider of the race winning Acura ARX-06 race cars.

Formula R will be offered in 6 viscosity grades including 0W-40, the same formulation used in the championship-winning IMSA Civic Type R TCR race car.

“At HRC, we are confident that the Formula R HRC branded oil delivers uncompromising performance and protection,” said Jon Ikeda, senior vice president of HRC US. “Having relied on Phillips 66 in our ARX-06 GTP IMSA race car, we’ve seen firsthand their commitment to excellence. That trust made them the ideal partner to help bring championship-grade performance to our customers.”

Product Details

• Proven High Performance Technology: Engineered under extreme conditions, HRC Formula R oils deliver unmatched thermal stability, wear protection and turbocharged engine performance. Every bottle carries the DNA of motorsport innovation.
• American Honda-Approved Confidence: Fully compatible with Honda and Acura service programs, HRC Formula R oils meet or exceed API SP and GF-7A standards—ensuring peace of mind with every mile.
• Viscosities Offered: 0W-16, 0W-20, 0W-40, 5W-20, 5W-30, 10W-30

Availability

Formula R will be distributed through Honda and Acura dealerships beginning spring 2026 and are recommended for performance models like the Civic Type R and Integra Type S. The full synthetic lineup will include six different viscosity grades to meet a wide range of driving needs.

 

[AspecR]

Ooh the oil arguments we're about to have over this will be epic!!!

 

[ayospoonay]

The bottle looks cool!

 

[Cueyo]

So I'm confused, how exactly is this stuff better than just ordinary synthetic oil (like a mobile 1 ep)? What additives would make it better?

 

[AspecR]

So I'm confused, how exactly is this stuff better than just ordinary synthetic oil (like a mobile 1 ep)? What additives would make it better?

In time Padawan, in time all will be revealed.

Phillips 66 makes the lubricants used in HRC race cars so it's definitely high quality. Honda also doesn't have any specificed oils that currently meet the ILSAC GF-7/7A certification but the Phillips 66 Shield Armor/Valor does meet that certification so I wonder if it's a variation of that.

 

[AspecR]

The bottle looks cool!

This is really the only valid reason to buy it.

 

[Rhorn]

So I'm confused, how exactly is this stuff better than just ordinary synthetic oil (like a mobile 1 ep)? What additives would make it better?

This is a good question, and I highly doubt it has anything that makes it "better" if anything it will make it equivalent or at least similar and with Honda/HRC branding and the Honda dealership network for distribution. The Mobil 1 ESP is already an extremely good oil because its formulation is specifically for modern low emission, GDI engines.

I think this is a good decision because it helps HRC gets its name out and is an attempt (or at least it seems that way to me) to help upstart HRC with dealerships and help facilitate a relationship with HRC with customers, like what we see with Ford and Ford Performance (although they downsized), GM and Mazda.

I really wish we would get a proper track owners manual for the CTR like what GM and Ford does with their vehicles.

Hopefully its not locked to dealerships and you can buy it online, also hopefully its cheap.

 

[mattrose4]

Ooh the oil arguments we're about to have over this will be epic!!!

I can't wait lol

 

[Two Step Performance]

What would really be interesting is if they were to make this the factory fill for the Type R and require dealers to use it in the service department.

 

[Vlad@27WON]

What would really be interesting is if they were to make this the factory fill for the Type R and require dealers to use it in the service department.

Not gonna happen, too expensive, but we can dream all we want

 

[TypeRD]

Ooh the oil arguments we're about to have over this will be epic!!!

Engine Oil Red Pill Thread is triggered.

 

[Spart]

Formula R will be offered in 6 viscosity grades including 0W-40, the same formulation used in the championship-winning IMSA Civic Type R TCR race car.

This is impossible, I've been reliably informed that 0W-40 will cause your K20 to explode immediately.

 

[MooMoo]

Engine Oil Red Pill thread is triggered.

Our boy jonloov gonna have some sleepless nights coming up

 

[menikmati]

This is impossible, I've been reliably informed that 0W-40 will cause your K20 to explode immediately.

Can't wait for people touting they run 0W-40 bEcAuSe rAcEcAr.

 

[B16B]

It's made by Phillips.

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