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Honda looks to master flexibility to futureproof production operations

2025-04-23T19:20:00+01:00By

Honda North America’s newly upgraded production operations in Ohio are going to be the OEM’s template for flexible production of ICE, hybrids and EVs on a single line.

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Will exports drive production growth across India?

2025-04-22T09:27:00+01:00By

Building on the rising value of vehicle exports and components, the Indian government wants 50% of vehicles made in India to be exported by 2030.

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Ambitious targets and big investments for India’s carmakers

2025-04-08T10:38:00+01:00By

After a period of downsizing or complete withdrawal by some foreign OEMs, investment in Indian production is on the rise again with the domestic vehicle makers leading the way.

Trump's tariffs push Honda to change US procurement strategy and sourcing locations

Honda turns to Toyota for hybrid batteries in the US

2025-03-21T10:05:00+00:00By

Honda will buy hybrid batteries from Toyota’s US factory to avoid rising tariffs, as US trade policies and EV rollbacks reshape global automotive supply chains

Honda cuts ICE production in China as EV gains regional momentum

Honda cuts China ICE production by 50% as EVs gain momentum

2025-03-13T16:58:00+00:00By

Honda is cutting ICE production in China as EV demand surges. Facing fierce domestic competition, the automaker is betting on a new electric SUV to regain ground.

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Honda upgrades production with advanced processes for 2026 Passport models

2025-03-04T09:43:00+00:00By

Innovative manufacturing enhances efficiency, quality, and ergonomics at Alabama Auto Plant.

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Honda North America’s big investment in flexible manufacturing for EVs, hybrid and ICE vehicles

2025-02-11T11:06:00+00:00By

Honda invests $1 billion in retooling its Ohio manufacturing plants to build ICE, hybrid, and EV models on same production line. 

US tariffs threaten North American auto production

US tariffs threaten North American auto production

2025-02-04T18:15:00+00:00By

The threat of US tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico is disrupting automotive manufacturing, raising costs, and putting supply chain strategies under pressure.

Nissan to halt AD van production as Honda merger takes shape

Nissan to halt AD van production as Honda merger takes shape

2025-01-22T11:06:00+00:00By

Nissan has announced it will discontinue its AD compact van production in November, aligning with ongoing merger talks with Honda, aiming to form the world’s third-largest automaker.

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The automotive industry weighs the challenges of geopolitics and market factors in 2025

2025-01-13T18:38:00+00:00By

Trade wars, geopolitical tensions, mergers, increasing competition. Ian Henry highlights some of the automotive industry challenges to look out for in 2025.

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China: Fierce domestic competition sees international brands suffer

2024-12-16T20:11:00+00:00By

International brands, which have benefited from growth in the Chinese market over the years, now face serious headwinds.

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Honda sets up a demonstration production line for all-solid-state batteries

2024-11-25T18:42:00+00:00By

Honda’s demonstration production line will support development for the mass production of solid-state batteries.

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Asahi Kasei breaks ground on Canada lithium-ion battery separator plant

2024-11-19T11:12:00+00:00By

The new lithium-ion battery separator facility in Port Colborne, Ontario, Canada will operate as a joint venture with Honda and is expected to begin commercial production in 2027.

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Honda expands new energy vehicle manufacturing in China with new Wuhan plant

2024-10-15T09:38:00+01:00By

Honda opens its first dedicated new energy vehicle (NEV) production plant in Wuhan, China, which will utilise advanced automation and eco-friendly technology.

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GAC eyes EV production in Europe to avoid looming tariffs

2024-10-15T09:04:00+01:00By

As EU tariffs loom, Chinese automaker GAC is actively exploring local production of EVs in Europe, with its electric SUV set to launch in 2025 at under €40,000 ($43,610)

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Hybrid powertrains – building the bridge to e-mobility

2024-10-07T17:09:00+01:00By

The future of internal combustion engines (ICE) is being extended through growing demand for hybrid powertrains as OEMs rebalance EV product line-ups.

Associates building the CR-V at Honda of Canada Mfg., in Alliston, Ontario.

Canada – Mixed fortunes for production operations

2024-09-09T17:23:00+01:00By

Canadian vehicle and component production operations are feeling the impact of slow EV sales.

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Nissan and Honda agree to joint research for next-gen SDV platform

2024-08-01T19:37:00+01:00By

The two companies have agreed to joint research in fundamental technologies next-generation software-defined vehicles (SDVs).

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ASEAN: Chinese OEMs increase investment through EV production

2024-07-15T18:49:00+01:00By

The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) is now seeing increasing investment in electric vehicle production with Chinese OEMs leading the way.

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Honda starts production of fuel cell electric vehicles in the US

2024-06-10T14:35:00+01:00By

The 2025 CR-V e:FCEV fuel cell electric vehicle is now being produced at Honda’s Performance Manufacturing Center (PMC) in Marysville, Ohio.

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