considering an additional 81,000, though this would remain under 40% of its treaty obligation. The treaty also requires that the U.S. deliver 1.5 million acre-feet of water annually to Mexico from the Colorado River, and recent deliveries have been reduced also due to severe drought, which the 1944 accord allows for. The dispute risks spilling into broader trade negotiations as both sides seek solutions amid worsening drought conditions. (multipl...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/11

Honda recalls 256,603 Accord Hybrids over loss of drive power from software error On November 17, Honda announced it is recalling 256,603 2023-2025 Accord hybrid vehicles over a software error that may cause a potential loss of drive power. "Due to a software error, the integrated control module (ICM) central processing unit (CPU) may reset while driving, causing a loss of drive power," Honda said in an acknowledgement to the U.S. National Highwa...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/19

bia reached an agreement to maintain tariff exemptions for Brazilian vehicles exported to Colombia. The announcement, made by Brazil’s Ministry of Development, Industry, Commerce, and Services (MDIC), reverses Colombia’s earlier unilateral decision in September not to renew the automotive trade accord. The new agreement will remain in effect for one year while both nations negotiate a new framework that reflects technological progress and upd...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/14

to be taxed at those higher levels. The 15% tariff ceiling does not stack on top of any existing industry-specific tariffs, and the EU expects it to also cover any future sectoral levies that may be introduced on drugs and chips. The two sides, however, have yet to make much progress on reaching an accord to lower tariffs on steel and aluminum, where the bloc is facing 50% duties on its exports. The U.S. said in its notice that the list of produc...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/26

Acura TLX sedan production to be discontinued at Marysville plant Honda will end production of the Acura TLX in Marysville, Ohio, in July, reducing the Acura lineup to one sedan and four crossovers. The TLX is built on the same line as the Honda Accord, as well as the Acura Integra, which significantly outsells the TLX.  Sales of the TLX slumped in 2024 while the company consolidated production of the Accord, Integra, and TLX to one line as it r...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/24

Honda introduces Civic Advanced Hybrid model in Brazil On June 30, Honda Brazil introduced the new Civic Advanced Hybrid in Brazil, a model that joins the Accord and CR-V with the ultra-efficient e:HEV system. The Civic Advanced Hybrid features a powertrain of two electric motors and a 2.0-liter Atkinson-cycle gasoline engine with direct injection. The electric drive delivers 184 hp and 32.1 kgfm of torque, while the combustion engine produces 14...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/01

Dynamic Map Platform’s 3D map data adopted by Honda Accord Dynamic Map Platform Co., Ltd. (DMP) announced that its high-precision three-dimensional (3D) map data has been adopted by Honda Motor Co., Ltd. (Honda) for its Honda Sensing 360+, an all-directional safety and driver-assistance technology installed on the Honda Accord. The Honda Sensing 360+ is a system installed on an additional grade of the Accord released on May 30 in Japan. The sys...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/27

   Tesla Model 32.    Tesla Model Y3.    Tesla Model S4.    Tesla Model X5.    Jeep Gladiator6.    Kia EV67.    Honda Ridgeline8.    Honda Odyssey9.    Honda Passport10.    Volkswagen ID.411.    Acura MDX12.    Honda Pilot13.    Jeep Wrangler14.    Acura RDX15.    Honda Accord16.    Acura Integra17.    Kia Sportage18.    Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid19.    Chevrolet Colorado20.    Nissan Pathfinder The index ...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/18

Astemo Americas expanding tech offerings to North American customers On June 9, Astemo Americas, part of the Astemo Group, announced that major changes taking place. Formerly known as Hitachi Astemo Americas, the auto supplier's name has officially changed to Astemo Americas in accord with the corporate headquarters' name change from Hitachi Astemo, Ltd. to Astemo Ltd. Having outgrown its technical center and headquarters in Farmington Hills, Mic...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/11

he company reiterated its flexibility to adjust production based on market needs but stated that there are no plans to modify the Guanajuato plant or introduce new models there.   Honda’s electrification strategy remains focused on Indiana, where it plans to expand hybrid production for CR-V and Accord, reinforcing its commitment to regionalized manufacturing. (Multiple sources on March 4, 2025)...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/06

r of internal taxes, halved the second tier, and introduced a 0% tariff for hybrid and electric vehicles, though the latter measure has not yet taken effect. Honda lowered prices on models previously taxed, including the Civic Hybrid whose price dropped by USD 7,600, and models such as the CR-V and Accord Hybrid. Hyundai reduced prices on all Tucson versions by up to USD 8,900 and plans to reintroduce the Santa Fe. Volkswagen cut prices for the V...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/13

resenting an increase for American Honda of about 5% compared to 2024.     • The CR-V sold 402,791 units in 2024, marking the first time a Honda model reached over 400,000 in sales since 2001. 50% of CR-V sales were hybrids, leading the brand to record electrified sales, which also include the Accord hybrid, Civic hybrid and all-electric Prologue. In 2025, Honda will begin production of its first original EV in Ohio while also introducing an...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/16

rom 31 leading automotive brands, including a record-breaking showcase of electric and hybrid models, which make up over 70% of the lineup.  Among the highlight models at the show were Audi Q6 e-tron, the all-new BMW 1 Series, BYD Sealion 7, Deepal S07, Yangwang U9, the all-new Self-Charging Honda Accord e:HEV, the all-new Hyundai Tucson AWD N Line, Jaecoo J6 e-CUBE, KIA EV5, the all-new Mazda CX-80, Neta X and Neta AYA, the all-new Nissan Qashq...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/15

Honda launches Accord HEV in Argentina On January 2, it was announced that Honda has begun selling its Accord Hybrid model in Argentina, imported from the United States. The vehicle had not been imported since late 2019 due to government-imposed import restrictions at the time. The new Accord Hybrid features Honda’s e:HEV technology, which includes a 1.05-kWh lithium-ion battery, a motor producing 184.5 hp and 34.1 kgf.m of torque, and a 2.0-li...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/03

BR-V and the luxury Pilot experienced significant growth, with increases of 65.3% and 108%, respectively. The Odyssey minivan also saw a 35.8% increase in sales. In the passenger car segment, the Honda City registered 529 units sold, contributing to a 65.5% year-to-date growth, while the Civic and Accord contributed to the company's positive performance with 92 and 101 units sold, respectively. These results underscore Honda's strong presence in...

News  Updated at: 2024/10/25

rt. Due to a defective high-pressure fuel pump core, cracks may form inside the fuel pump, which during vehicle operation, can grow, leading to possible fuel leaks; fuel smell while idling or driving; and the risk of fire, crash, or injury. The list of recalled U.S. models include: 2023-2024 Honda Accord and Accord Hybrid 2025 Honda Civic Sedan and Civic Sedan Hybrid 2023-2025 Honda CR-V Hybrid Registered owners of all affected models will be c...

News  Updated at: 2024/10/18

(a total of about 145,000 units) affected its automotive production until the cause was identified. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. reported a y/y sales increase for the 17th month in a row, with robust sales of the “Civic”, “Pilot” large SUV, as well as hybrid vehicles such as the “CR-V” and “Accord”. Subaru Corporation marked a y/y sales increase for the 24th month in a row with a 36.3% y/y increase of the “Crosstrek”, and a 14.3% y/...

News  Updated at: 2024/08/06

duction at the Ayutthaya plant (that will become a parts manufacturing site), all the vehicle assembly, including the models for the Philippines, will be transferred to the Prachinburi plant by 2025 and not affect customer vehicle deliveries. Currently, the Ayutthaya Plant is where HCPI sources the Accord, CR-V, and Civic. (From an article of CarGuide.PH on July 12, 2024)...

News  Updated at: 2024/07/17

tive to conventional ICE vehicles. The Qin L’s impressive range of 2,100 kilometres with a full fuel tank and fully charged battery, along with its competitive pricing between CNY99,800 and CNY139,800 (approximately US$13.8k to US$19.3k), targets both joint venture C/D-segment cars like the Honda Accord and Toyota Camry, and popular ICE models such as the Sagitar and Lavida from Volkswagen. BYD’s Qin L meets the demand for low-cost, high-qual...

News  Updated at: 2024/06/19

Honda and Acura combined sell 695 EVs in U.S. in May On June 3, Honda reported electrified sales of 26,912 units in the U.S., led by its CR-V hybrid, Accord hybrid and Prologue EV. CR-V sales topped 30,000 units for 4th straight month, with May hybrid sales topping 50% of the model mix. Sales of its new Prologue EV reached 612 units in May, as initial rollout continues in targeted markets. Meanwhile, Acura started sales of the Acura ZDX model, wi...

News  Updated at: 2024/06/06