Honda Proudly Announces the Late Ayrton Senna Enters the Automotive Hall of Fame

At American Honda and Honda Racing Corporation (HRC), we're honored to congratulate the late Formula One legend, Ayrton Senna, on his induction into the Automotive Hall of Fame. This esteemed award recognizes individuals who have made significant and influential contributions to mobility and automotive innovation.

The tribute honors Senna's remarkable contributions to the world of motorsport and his lasting impact on automotive innovation and road safety.

Ayrton Senna's legacy extends beyond his incredible achievements in Formula One, embodying an unwavering spirit of perseverance, unmatched driving skills, and an enduring passion for competition – all closely tied to Honda's most historic moments in motorsports.

The partnership between Ayrton Senna and Honda gave birth to iconic achievements that continue to inspire millions of fans and engineers worldwide.

To commemorate this historic moment, Honda showcased the legendary McLaren Honda MP4/7 from 1992, a Formula 1 car driven by Senna himself. This iconic vehicle represents not only his championship success but also the enduring bond between Senna and Honda.

Toyoharu Tanabe, a member of the Honda F1 team during Senna's era who now works at HRC Sakura, attended the tribute ceremony and expressed his heartfelt congratulations:

'I want to extend my sincere congratulations to Ayrton Senna and his family on his induction into the Automotive Hall of Fame,' said Tanabe.

'It's an honor for Honda to see Senna join our founders, Soichiro Honda and Takeo Fujisawa, in the Hall of Fame. Mr. Honda had a very close relationship with Senna, and I'm sure he would be thrilled to hear this news.'

This celebration solidified Senna's reputation for bravery, intensity, and unwavering dedication to excellence.

Over 11 seasons in Formula One, Senna achieved outstanding successes:

Ayrton Senna tragically passed away on May 1, 1994, after a fatal accident while leading the F1 Grand Prix San Marino at Imola, Italy. He passed away at the age of 34.

Honda proudly acknowledges Senna's enduring legacy in motorsports and automotive innovation, which remains at the heart of 'The Power of Dreams' brand spirit.

Honda remains committed to continuing Senna's spirit, dedication, and vision in bringing new innovations and challenges to the future.