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Dongfeng Honda Wuhan Full-Function Center opens in Wuhan Economic & Technological Development Zone
On July 16, Wuhan Economic & Technological Development Zone announced that the Dongfeng Honda Wuhan Full-Function Center officially opened and commenced operations, marking Dongfeng Honda’s first directly operated store.
The Dongfeng Honda Wuhan Full-Function Center features multiple functional areas, including a bra
Acura adds AI-powered Google Gemini to ADX, MDX, ZDX models in U.S.
On July 16, Acura announced it is adding the Google Gemini AI assistant to Acura vehicles in the U.S. equipped with Google built-in, offering drivers a more conversational, hands-free voice experience across select ADX, MDX and ZDX models.
A seamless upgrade to Google Assistant, Gemini can engage in more intelligent,
Honda Aircraft Co. celebrates two decades in U.S., displays eVTOL flight-test model
On July 16, as Honda Aircraft Company celebrates two decades of Aviation Innovation, it announced its return to Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) AirVenture Oshkosh 2026, where it will present products spanning aviation, mobility, and motorsports.
For the first time in the U.S., a 1/3-scale Honda electric verti
Honda joins Noetra for Japan-developed multimodal AI foundation model
On July 16, Noetra Corp. and its core member companies and investors—Sony Group Corporation, SoftBank Corp., NEC Corporation, and Honda Motor Co., Ltd.—announced that the companies launched full-scale R&D for a Japan-developed multimodal foundation model that will serve as the foundation for AI-enabled robots and phy
Honda Vietnam records motorcycle and automobile sales growth in June 2026 and H1 2026
Reported on July 10, 2026, Honda Vietnam Company (HVN) posted YoY growth in both its motorcycle and automobile retail sales for June 2026.
In June, motorcycle sales totaled 172,299 units, up 4.7% YoY. In the automobile segment, retail sales reached 2,002 vehicles, representing a 31.5% YoY increase.
In the first half
Honda to end sales of Prologue EV in U.S. after 2026 model year
On July 16, Honda confirmed that it will conclude sales of Prologue EV later this year following completion of the 2026 model year, noting customers “will continue to receive full support through our dealer network, including service, parts, and warranty coverage".
Lance Woelfer, vice president of automobile sales f
Honda Car India obtains approval for Wind Tunnel Facility
On July 15, the Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI) announced that Honda Cars India Ltd. obtained approval for its Wind Tunnel Facility, which is used for the determination of road load for M1 category vehicles. ARAI also provided a WLTP compliance certificate to Honda Cars India.
This certification reco
Honda adds Google Gemini AI assistant to Civic, Accord, CR-V, Pilot, Prelude, Passport in U.S.
On July 15, Honda announced it is adding Google Gemini, a helpful AI assistant, to Honda vehicles in the U.S. equipped with Google built-in, giving drivers a more conversational, hands-free voice experience across select Civic, Accord, Prelude, CR-V, Passport and Pilot models.
A seamless upgrade to Google Assistant,
Three Japanese OEMs release June 2026 new car sales figures in China, all posting double-digit y/y declines
Three Japanese OEMs recently announced their June 2026 new car sales results in China.
Toyota reported sales of 115,300 units in June, down 26.9% year-over-year (y/y), marking its fifth consecutive month of decline. Year-to-date (YTD) sales fell 17.1% y/y to 694,700 units. GAC Toyota sold 60,359 units in June, down 1
Honda CR-V overtakes Ford F-150, Toyota RAV4 in U.S. sales in H1 2026
Honda’s CR-V took over the top spot in U.S. sales for the first half of 2026, surpassing the Ford F-150 and Toyota RAV4 as it did, according to media reports. The CR-V’s sales rose YoY by 19% in May, and then by 30% in June, to a total of 226,114 vehicles over the first six months, according to MarkLines data.
The RA
Honda to launch Prelude in Brazil in late August
On July 9, Honda Brazil launched a dedicated webpage for the all-new Prelude, marking the start of a 50-day countdown to the hybrid coupe's official market launch in Brazil.
The Prelude combines Honda's two-motor hybrid system with the high-performance platform of the Civic Type R. Its hybrid powertrain pairs a 2.0-l
Honda Ohio Transmission Plant builds over 26 million transmissions in 30 years
On July 9, Honda celebrated its 30th anniversary of the Honda Transmission Plant-Ohio (TMP-O) in Russells Point, where it has manufactured more than 26 million transmissions since 1996 through its system of flexible manufacturing.
The plant has been producing the award-winning two-motor hybrid system available in th
Honda releases its Honda ESG Report 2026
On July 6, Honda Motor Co., Ltd. issued the Honda ESG Report 2026 on the company website. The annual Honda ESG Report summarizes the company's approach and initiatives to enhance its sustainability from the Environment, Social, and Governance (ESG) perspectives.
Honda has realigned the powertrain portfolios and produ
Honda Australia reports highest customer orders since 2022 amid hybrid expansion
Reported on July 9, 2026, Honda Australia said customer orders in June 2026 reached their highest level since 2022, which the company attributed to its expanded hybrid lineup with more attractive pricing.
While June sales grew 0.9% YoY, the company said orders are growing at a faster pace than vehicle deliveries, wit
Honda establishes new financial services subsidiary in Argentina
On July 8, Honda Motor de Argentina S.A. (HAR), Honda Motors’ subsidiary in Argentina, announced that it has established a new company, Honda Plan Argentina (HPA). The new company aims to provide "Saving Plans," which enable the planned, installment-based purchase of motorcycles.
Amid Argentina's volatile economic en
Honda recalls 325,588 Odyssey vans in U.S. over rearview camera image
On July 7, American Honda Motor Co. announced it is recalling 325,588 2018-2020 Odyssey vehicles. The U.S. National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA) said that water may enter into the rearview camera, causing the printed circuit board (PCB) to corrode.
As the rearview camera image fails to displa
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