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Honda Vietnam outlines FY2027 Euro 4 compliance and electrification plans
Announced on May 29, 2026, Honda Vietnam outlined key business priorities for FY2027 across its motorcycle and automobile operations. HVN reaffirmed its commitment to green development and carbon neutrality by 2050 as part of its long-term strategy.
From FY2027, HVN aims for all newly manufactured internal combustion
Honda recalls 98,892 vehicles in U.S. over unintended airbag deployment
On May 28, American Honda announced it is recalling 98,892 Honda and Acura brand vehicles in U.S. over unintended airbag deployment.
Honda said the front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, which can cause the air bags to deploy unintentionally during a crash.
The company is recalling 2018-2021,
Honda to invest in battery material company Nexeon
On May 28, Nexeon announced that Honda Motor Co., Ltd. is investing in the company through its global open innovation program, Honda Xcelerator Ventures.
The funding will support Nexeon’s continued growth and the advancement of its silicon anode materials, which enable higher energy density and improved battery perfo
Honda reported to pause Ridgeline production at Alabama plant until 2028 refresh to meet emissions rules
Honda will reportedly halt Ridgeline production at the Alabama Auto Assembly plant in Lincoln for approximately 18 months to meet tougher emissions rules, according to internal sources familiar with the company’s plans.
Honda will stop building the midsize Ridgeline truck in Q4 2026, while production of a significant
Honda recalls 59,887 Prologue, Acura ZDX EVs over rear view camera
On May 20, Honda announced it is issuing a recall of 59,887 vehicles in the U.S. over a rear view camera issue.
The recall affects 44,199 2024-25 Honda Prologue and 14,688 2024 Acura ZDX electric vehicles.
The manufacturer of the faulty rearview camera system, which could show a blank or distorted image, is Sharp in
Honda Cars India, launches updated City sedan and ZR-V hybrid SUV, plans 6 launches in FY 2026-27
On May 22, Honda Cars India (HCIL) launched the updated City sedan, priced from INR 11.99 lakh to INR 20.99 lakh, and introduced the ZR-V e: HEV hybrid SUV. Honda mentioned that India is among its top three focus markets globally, and it has six strategic launches planned for FY 2026-27.
The updated City is now 4,594
GAC considers Mexico production, Honda plant in Jalisco cited as option
On May 21, it was reported that GAC is preparing to begin operations in Mexico through a local assembly strategy that could involve production at a Honda facility in El Salto, Jalisco where motorcycles, power products, and service parts are currently produced.
The company is currently finalizing agreements with partn
North American OEM-supplier relations improve in 2026 despite EV costs, tariffs
On May 18, results of the 2026 North American Automotive OEM-Supplier Working Relations Index (WRI) study were released by Plante Moran, showing improvement for all six major North American OEMs for the first time in the survey’s 26-year history despite tariff pressures and EV cost challenges, with Ford, Toyota and S
Honda to begin sales of Super-ONE A-segment EV
On May 21, Honda Motor announced that it will begin sales in Japan of the Honda Super-ONE, A-segment EV, on May 22.
Under the grand concept of “e: Dash BOOSTER,” the Super-ONE adopts a dedicated chassis based on the mini passenger EV “N-ONE e:” with an expanded vehicle width. The model delivers an exciting and uplift
Three Japanese OEMs release April 2026 new car sales figures in China, all down y/y
Three Japanese OEMs recently announced their April 2026 new car sales results in China.
Toyota sold 106,500 units in April, down 25.4% year-over-year (y/y). Year-to-date (YTD) sales volume totaled 477,100 units, down 10.0% y/y. GAC Toyota accounted for 54,116 units of the April sales volume, including 14,664 units, o
Honda Vietnam announces April 2026 motorcycle and automobile sales
Announced on May 13, 2026, Honda Vietnam Company (HVN) reported retail sales results for its motorcycle and automobile segments for April 2026.
Motorcycle sales totaled 173,468 units, up 1.5% YoY compared to April 2025. Meanwhile, automobile sales reached 1,830 units, down 14.6% YoY compared to April 2025.
(From Hon
Honda to introduce 15 HEV models globally by FY2029 to rebuild automobile business
On May 14, Honda Motor Co., Ltd. held a business briefing to elaborate on the rebuilding of its automobile business and the future direction of Honda business. Honda will focus on rebuilding its automobile business structure over the next three years and strive to achieve record consolidated operating profit – includ
Honda Canada confirms EV production plans suspended indefinitely
On May 14, Honda Canada confirmed it has indefinitely suspended its plans for a CAD 15-billion EV complex in Ontario. “Based on our revised strategic objectives, we have determined that an indefinite suspension of the value chain project is appropriate at this stage,” Honda said in its statement.
Honda said it made t
Honda and Acura create Partnered Accessories programs in U.S.
On May 11, Honda and Acura brands in the U.S. both announced new programs for selling components and accessory packages supplied by trusted third-party vendors through its U.S. dealerships by directly tying them into the vehicle purchase process.
Honda Partnered Accessories is a new line designed to enhance the vehic
KPIT Technologies, India updates about new order wins, Honda EV Cancellation and Hero Motors partnership
On May 7, 2026, in an investor update, KPIT Technologies announced that it added 13 new clients in FY 2026 (ending March). The additions include 4 truck OEM clients, 6 off-highway OEM clients across 4 countries, and 3 new passenger car OEMs. A Japanese Tier-1 supplier was also won for next-generation digital cockpit
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