The new Halfords Yuasa Racing British Touring Car Championship 2017 Honda Civic Type R has been unveiled for the first time. The new livery was launched by triple BTCC Champion team mates Matt Neal and Gordon Shedden at the Autosport International Show.

Featuring Yuasa’s red and white logo on the bonnet, sides, mirrors and rear bumper, the orange and black design concept was chosen for its aggressive and dynamic styling. The look accentuates the sporty lines of the Type R and is sure to stand out when it takes to the track at Brands Hatch in April for round one of the championship.

2017 will be the seventh year in succession Yuasa has backed the works Honda BTCC time. Since 2011, the partnership has brought unprecedented success delivering 5 manufacturers’ and 4 drivers’ championship crowns.

Yuasa has a strong and proud heritage in motorsport, alongside their BTCC involvement the battery brand sponsors MotoGP’s Repsol Honda team and their three time world champion Marc Marquez.