U.S. auto sales fall 11.8% in March amid elevated vehicle prices and weakening demand The number of new vehicles sold in the U.S. in March 2026 (preliminary figures including estimates for GM/Stellantis/Tesla, etc.), aggregated by MarkLines as of April 2, totaled 1,405,817 units, down 11.8% year over year. March had 25 selling days, one fewer than a year earlier. Seasonally adjusted at annual rates (SAAR, millions/year)  *March data will be upda...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/02

Honda Thailand sets 76,000-vehicle sales target for 2026, expands electrified line-up Announced on February 13, 2026, Honda Automobile (Thailand) Co., Ltd. has set a 2026 sales target of 76,000 units, amid a projected Thai market of 630,000 vehicles. The company will introduce a newly designed “H mark” logo across core EV and HEV models, alongside at least four new launches in 2026 spanning hybrid (e:HEV) and battery EV vehicles, including a ...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/18

Honda Mexico sales up 18% in January On February 11, Honda de México reported its sales results for January 2026, showing positive performance across both SUVs and passenger cars. During January, Honda sold 4,054 vehicles in Mexico, an 18% increase compared to the same month in 2025. SUVs represented 63% of total sales with 2,546 units, led by the CR-V which placed 1,141 units, growing 19.4% year-over-year, and maintaining its position as one of...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/17

Honda Malaysia closes 2025 with 72,301 units sold, retains non-national PC segment lead Announced on January 29, 2026, Honda Malaysia reported total vehicle sales of 72,301 units in 2025, securing an 8.8% share of the overall market. The automaker also maintained its position as the leading brand in the non-national passenger vehicle segment for the 12th straight year. Honda Malaysia ended 2025 on a resilient note, supported by healthy demand acr...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/04

Honda Brazil announces best annual sales performance since 2020 On January 1, Honda Automóveis announced that it closed 2025 with a 13% year-on-year increase in vehicle sales in Brazil, reaching more than 103,000 units, its best annual performance since 2020. The HR-V was a key contributor, achieving record monthly sales during the year and posting its strongest annual result since launch, with more than 61,000 units sold in 2025. The model has ...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/08

Omoda | Jaecoo Malaysia confirms upcoming launch of Jaecoo J5 SUV (ICE) Reported on January 6, 2026, Omoda | Jaecoo Malaysia released a short teaser video of the Jaecoo J5 on its social media page. The teaser arrives following earlier previews and the opening of registrations of interest, marking the next step toward the model’s market entry. The Jaecoo J5 is positioned as a B-segment SUV. While the model is offered as a fully electric vehicle ...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/07

Four Japanese OEMs’ November sales in U.S. decline y/y for first time in five months It was reported that four Japanese automakers’ new vehicle sales in the U.S. in November totaled 400,586 units, a year-over-year (y/y) decrease of 4.6% for the first time in 5 months. Sales of three automakers other than Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota) declined. Especially. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. (Honda) reported a 15.3% y/y decrease. The decline was affecte...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/12

Thai Motor Expo 2025: Honda unveils new CR-V e:HEV, HuNT Series, and STEP WGN e:HEV Announced on November 28, 2025, Honda Automobile (Thailand) Co., Ltd. took part in the 42nd Thailand International Motor Expo, with a highlight being the price announcement of the new CR-V e:HEV, now offered as a full-hybrid lineup across all variants. The model features enhanced usability and upgraded standard equipment, with prices starting from THB 1,399,000. T...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/03

Honda Vietnam to assemble CR-V e:HEV locally from early 2026 Honda Vietnam (HVN) announced that it will start assembling the CR-V e:HEV at its factory in Phu Tho (formerly called Vinh Phuc) in early 2026, according to the authorized dealer Honda Oto Kim Thanh. This will be the first time this advanced hybrid model is assembled in Vietnam, marking an important milestone in Honda’s sustainable development efforts in the domestic market. Since 202...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/14

Japanese manufacturers are stepping up efforts to respond to Nexperia’s semiconductor shipment suspension The suspension of shipments by Nexperia B.V. (Nexperia), a Chinese semiconductor manufacturer based in the Netherlands, is causing widespread controversy. A technical executive of a Japanese manufacturer said that, “Many kinds of Nexperia’s chips are extensively used. The suspension of their supply would have a profound impact on almost...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/31

Honda halts production in Mexico due to semiconductors shortage On October 29, it was reported that Honda halted operations at its Celaya, Guanajuato plant due to a shortage of semiconductors supplied by Nexperia, which is facing export restrictions. The production halt started on October 28, affecting the assembly of vehicles for the North American market. Honda indicated that production adjustments have been in place since October 27 at several...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/31

Honda launches refreshed 2026 ZR-V in Brazil On October 16, Honda announced the launch of the refreshed 2026 ZR-V in Brazil, a compact SUV positioned between the HR-V and CR-V. The model is powered by a 2.0-liter DOHC i-VTEC gasoline engine producing 161 hp and 19.1 kgfm of torque, paired with a CVT transmission. Built on the global Civic platform, the ZR-V offers refined handling with MacPherson front and multilink rear suspension. The 2026 upda...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/18

Honda Atlas launches first locally assembled hybrid SUV in Pakistan On July 14, Honda Atlas unveiled its first locally assembled hybrid SUV in Pakistan — the Honda HR-V e:HEV, priced at PKR 8.99 million. Bookings for the SUV are now officially open. The HR-V e:HEV comes equipped with Honda’s e:HEV dual-motor hybrid powertrain, offering improved fuel efficiency and performance.  It also features Honda Sensing safety technologies, including co...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/17

Honda unveils 2026 HR-V SUV in Brazil On July 14, Honda Brazil unveiled the 2026 HR-V, celebrating a decade of local production. The HR-V offers two 1.5-liter Flex-fuel engines: a naturally aspirated 126 hp version for EX and EXL, and a turbocharged 177 hp unit for Advance and Touring. Both use a CVT with paddle shifters and feature improved dynamics through chassis and suspension tuning. The sportier bumpers and new 18” wheels on top trims enh...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/15

Honda Brazil reports 33% sales increase during H1 2025 On July 7, Honda Automóveis do Brasil announced a 33% year-over-year sales growth for the first half of 2025, outpacing the national market average of 5% and marking its best first semester in five years. This strong performance is driven by a renewed portfolio, notably the HR-V, which became the best-selling Honda model in Brazil and achieved a global sales record of over 6,000 units in Jun...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/10

Honda Indonesia records retail sales of 4,740 units in May 2025 (down 39.3% YoY) Announced on June 17, 2025, PT Honda Prospect Motor recorded retail sales of 4,740 units in Indonesia for May, marking a 4.4% increase compared to April, despite a 39.3% decline YoY. The monthly growth was driven by strong sales across several of Honda’s flagship models. The Honda Brio continued to lead with 2,574 units sold. In the SUV segment, the Honda HR-V post...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/19

Honda Indonesia launches new HR-V RS e:HEV On June 10, 2025, PT Honda Prospect Motor launched the locally produced new HR-V RS e:HEV, Honda’s first hybrid in Indonesia’s compact SUV segment. Priced from IDR 449 million, it boosts Honda’s presence in the midsize SUV market with a blend of value and advanced hybrid technology. Powered by the e:HEV system, the HR-V e:HEV combines a 1.5L DOHC i-VTEC Atkinson-cycle petrol engine (106 PS, 127 Nm)...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/11

Brazilian vehicle sales up 16.2% to 225,710 units in May 2025 (ANFAVEA) The Associacao Nacional dos Fabricantes de Veiculos Automores (ANFAVEA) announced that Brazilian vehicle sales (including trucks and buses) increased 16.2% YOY to 225,710 units in May 2025.Vehicle sales in May consisted of 167,547 passenger cars; 47,059 light commercial vehicles; 9,161 trucks; and 1,943 buses. Of the newly registered vehicles, locally manufactured vehicles in...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/06

Brazilian vehicle sales increase 16.2% in May 2025 (Fenabrave) On June 4, the Brazilian dealer association Federacao Nacional da Distribuicao de Veiculos Automotores (Fenabrave) announced combined sales of 225,685 new passenger cars, light commercial vehicles, trucks, and buses in May 2025, an increase 16.2% compared to May 2024 and an increase of 8.2% from April 2025. Vehicle sales in May 2025 consisted of 167,563 passenger cars; 46,820 commerci...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/05

Honda Mexico unveils 2026 HR-V SUV for North American market On May 21, Honda de México unveiled the 2026 Honda HR-V SUV, a model built in Celaya, Guanajuato for North America, and other markets. The vehicle is powered by a 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine producing 155 hp and 136 lb-ft of torque, paired with a reengineered CVT for better responsiveness and fuel efficiency. Paddle shifters and Step-Shift logic simulate gear changes for a sportier dri...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/24