Honda
Honda announces new relocation plan of head office to Yaesu, Tokyo in 2029
On August 29, Honda Motor announced new plans for relocation of its global head office to Yaesu Area in Tokyo and reconstruction of Honda Aoyama Building, its former global head office.
In September 2023, Honda decided reconstruction of Honda Aoyama Building with target completion in the fiscal year ending March 31,

JMS 2025: Honda to exhibit wide variety of mobility products for land, sea and skies
On August 28, Honda Motor announced plans to exhibit a wide variety of Honda mobility products, including automobiles, motorcycles, power products and aircraft, as well as related technologies and concept models at the Japan Mobility Show 2025 (press days: October 29 – 30, public days: October 31 – November 9, 2025).

Honda partners with Helm.ai to advance self-driving tech by 2027
Honda Motor Co. has signed a multi-year agreement with Silicon Valley startup Helm.ai Inc. to co-develop advanced driver assistance systems for mass-market vehicles by 2027. The partnership builds on Honda’s equity investment in Helm.ai, where it has contributed at least USD 30 million since 2021. Helm.ai, founded in
Honda Motor Company sets up financing arm in India
On August 20, Honda Motor Co., Ltd. announced that it has established a new local subsidiary, Honda Finance India Private Ltd., on August 1, that will provide direct retail sales financing services for its motorcycles and automobiles in India.
In India, the number of customers using loans to purchase motorcycles and
DFMC to sell 50% stake in Dongfeng Honda Engine
According to information on the Guangdong United Assets and Stake Exchange (GDUAEE) website dated August 18, Dongfeng Motor Corporation (DFMC) plans to sell a 50% stake in Dongfeng Honda Engine Co., Ltd. (DHEC). Currently under pre-listing, the project, for which the transfer reserve price is yet to be determined, wi
Acura refreshes 2026 Integra with new tech, styling and features
Acura has updated its best-selling Integra for 2026 with added technology, design upgrades, and new trim options. The Integra is now available at U.S. dealers starting at USD 33,400. All models have a larger 9-inch touchscreen, standard wireless charging, and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
The Integra A-Spe

Honda Vietnam announces sales of cars and motorbikes in July 2025
On August 12, 2025, Honda Vietnam Company (HVN) announced retail sales of motorbikes and automobiles in July 2025.
Sales of motorcycles reached 197,349 units, up 3.1% YoY. Meanwhile, HVN’s car sales in July 2025 reached 2,617 vehicles, up 8.8% YoY.
(From Honda Vietnam press release on August 12, 2025)
Honda launches Thailand’s first immersive experience center “The M.O.V.E.”
On August 14, 2025, Asian Honda Motor Co., Ltd., Thai Honda Co., Ltd., and Honda Automobile (Thailand) Co., Ltd. officially announced the launch of “The M.O.V.E. by Honda”, the brand’s first immersive experience center in central Bangkok.
Open from August 15, 2025, to November 30, 2026, at EMSPHERE Shopping Mall, the

Three Japanese OEMs release July 2025 new car sales figures in China, with Toyota seeing growth y/y for six consecutive months
Three Japanese OEMs recently announced their July 2025 new car sales results in China.
Toyota sold 151,700 units in July, up 5.7% year-over-year (y/y) and achieving growth y/y for 6 consecutive months. FAW Toyota and GAC Toyota accounted for 68,034 units and 66,018 units, up 3% y/y and 11.7% y/y, respectively. Year-t
Acura unveils RSX Prototype, previewing 2026 all-electric performance SUV
Acura has revealed the RSX Prototype at Monterey Car Week, offering a first look at its next-generation all-electric SUV set to launch in the second half of 2026.
Finished in “Propulsion Yellow Pearl,” the RSX is the first Acura engineered in-house on Honda’s new global EV platform and will be built at the Honda EV H

Honda launches top-of-the-line variant of City hatchback in Brazil
On August 8, Honda Brazil announced the launch of the City Hatchback Touring Sport, a new top-of-the-line variant designed for customers seeking a sportier and more personalized look.
The Touring Sport retains the technical specifications of the Hatchback Touring, including a 1.5-liter 16V DOHC i-VTEC engine with dir
Honda reports Q1 FY2025 results with halved operating profit, lifts full-year outlook
On August 6, Honda Motor Co., Ltd. announced that its consolidated sales revenue for the first quarter (Q1: April 1, 2025 through June 30, 2025) of the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026 (FY2025) decreased by 1.2% year-on-year to JPY 5.3 trillion.
Operating profit decreased 49.6% year-on-year to JPY 244.2 billion. Alt
Flash Report: Honda's operating income for the April-June quarter of 2025 is JPY 244.2 billion, down 49.6%
Honda's FY2025 first quarter financial results were announced.
Revenue decreased 1.2% YoY to JPY 5,340.3 billion. It was a JPY 64.6 billion decrease over the previous year's JPY 5,404.9 billion.
Operating income fell 49.6% YoY to JPY 244.2 billion. This was a decrease of JPY 240.5 billion from the JPY 484.7 billion
Honda to establish new motorcycle factory in Turkiye
On August 1, Honda Turkiye A.S. (HTR), 100% subsidiary of Honda Motor Europe, announced that it has decided to establish a new motorcycle factory in Aliaga, İzmir, aimed at supporting growth in the motorcycle market and boosting global motorcycle sales.
The COVID-19 pandemic has led to an increased demand for persona
