# Acura's IMSA GTP Program Ends After Four Years

> Acura's racing program ended after four years of success, leaving teams with a win but no future in top-tier competition.
- Title: Acura's IMSA GTP Program Ends After Four Years · Road & Track
- Summary: Acura's racing program ended after four years of success, leaving teams with a win but no future in top-tier competition. Acura's IMSA GTP program ended…
- Keywords: acura, imsa, gtp, arx-06, meyer shank racing, wayne taylor racing, hrc us, petit le mans, daytona, long beach, 2024, cars
- Source: Road & Track — https://roadandtrack.com/news/a73998495/acura-imsa-gtp-program-conclusion
- Author: Fred Smith
- Published: 2026-10-07T18:57:42+00:00
- Read time: 2 min
- Topics: acura, imsa, gtp, arx-06, meyer shank racing, wayne taylor racing, hrc us, petit le mans, daytona, long beach, 2024, cars
## Acura's IMSA GTP Program
Acura's IMSA GTP program began four years ago with the ARX-06 car winning the 2023 24 Hours of Daytona.
## Early Development Challenges
HRC US faced significant hurdles in developing the ARX-06, including software issues and suspension failures during initial tests.
## First Race Success
The ARX-06 won the 2023 24 Hours of Daytona from pole, securing Acura's first win in the LMDh rule set.
## Reliability Issues
The program faced reliability problems, with the ARX-06 experiencing gearbox oil leaks and other mechanical failures during races.
## Penalty for Data Manipulation
MSR received a penalty for allegedly manipulating tire pressure data, losing 200 championship points and the title.
## Program Pause Announcement
Acura's IMSA GTP program was placed on indefinite pause, effectively retiring the ARX-06 after four years of racing.
## Meyer Shank Racing's Experience
Meyer Shank Racing won two championships with the GTD car but switched to the ARX-06 after the 2021 DPI contract change.
## 2024 Season Highlights
The ARX-06 won the 2024 12 Hours of Sebring and Detroit races, but the program was paused before the final season.
## Long Beach Victory
The ARX-06 won at Long Beach just a day after the program pause was announced, providing a final boost to morale.
## Team Reactions
Meyer Shank Racing's team leader expressed disappointment over the program's end, saying it was a 'big blow' to what they signed up for.
## Future Plans
Acura plans to return to IMSA racing through its Civic Type R TCR cars in Michelin Pilot Challenge.
## Program Pause Details
Acura's IMSA GTP program is now on indefinite pause, with teams ready to resume if Honda chooses to continue.
## 2025 and Beyond
Meyer Shank Racing plans to return to IMSA racing in 2025 with new drivers and a focus on the 2028 IndyCar season.
## Final Season Challenges
The final season saw multiple incidents involving the ARX-06, including contact between teammates at Petit Le Mans.
## Long Beach Victory Impact
The Long Beach win provided a final emotional boost to the team, with the winner's circle and Honda executives present.
## Program's End
Acura's IMSA GTP program ended after four years, leaving teams with a win but no future in top-tier competition.
## Key takeaway

Acura's IMSA GTP program ended after four years, winning three major races but facing reliability issues and a penalty that cost the championship.