Honda, Neoenergia ally for green hydrogen adoption in Brazil On November 27, it was reported that Neoenergia and Honda announced a strategic alliance to accelerate the adoption of green hydrogen in Brazil’s mobility sector. The partnership will be developed at Neoenergia’s first green hydrogen refueling station, located in Brasília, which is set to open in December 2025. The project is part of the Research, Development, and Innovation Progra...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/02

42nd Thailand International Motor Expo themed " The Magnificent Motor Expo" scheduled for November 29 to December 10 From November 29 to December 10, 2025, Thailand will host the 42nd Thailand International Motor Expo under the theme “The Magnificent Motor Expo” (Press/VIP Day: November 28). Participating international automotive brands include Aion, Audi, AVATR, BMW, BYD, Carryboy, Chery, Deepal, Denza, DFSK, Farizon, Ford, GAC, Geely, Geely...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/28

Pricol, India confirms new orders wins, targets facility growth with INR 6 billion capex In an investor update, Pricol Limited announced new business wins with confirmed orders from Ather, Hanon, Autoliv, and Schneider, and expects further orders from Hero, Honda, Bajaj, and Tata Motors. The company has managed supply chain disruptions related to rare earth magnets and the ongoing semiconductor shortage resulting from production issues at Nexperi...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/19

October electrified vehicle sales in Japan mark negative growth In October 2025, new electrified vehicle sales in Japan (passenger cars) decreased by 7.5% year-over-year (y/y) to 173,559 units for the fourth month in a row. Sales of hybrid vehicles (HVs), which made up 90% of the electrified vehicle market, were sluggish. On the other hand, sales of electric vehicles (EVs), led by robust sales of new models of Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota) an...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/17

U.S. auto sales fall 5.2% in October as OEMs struggle to sell EVs as tax credits end Note: Some figures were updated on November 12. MarkLines' preliminary figures for U.S. new vehicle sales for October 2025 (as of November 4, including estimates from GM, Stellantis, Tesla, etc.) were 1,272,043 units, down 5.2% from the same month last year. The number of business days in October was 27, the same as the same month last year. Light vehicle seasona...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/04

Honda Prelude e:HEV coupe on display in Thailand; Future launch possible Reported on October 15, 2025, the Honda Prelude legendary sports coupe was brought to Thailand for an exclusive showcase at “The M.O.V.E. by Honda,” the brand’s first immersive experience center in Bangkok, located at EMSPHERE shopping center. Visitors can experience the actual Honda Prelude, the latest electric motorcycle new Honda CUV e:, and the Super EV (Concept) p...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/21

Vietnam targets E10 fuel adoption in 2026 Reported on September 3, 2025, Vietnam will roll out E10 fuel nationwide from January 2026 as part of its energy transition. The Minister of Industry and Trade said the rollout will require tackling technological, policy, and market challenges to ensure reliable supply and consumer acceptance. A draft circular sets out the roadmap: nationwide adoption of E10 from 2026, followed by E15 or higher blends fro...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/08

Honda, Nissan aim for Level-2 autonomous driving on public roads with next-gen ADAS Level 2 autonomous driving (advanced driver assistance) is evolving. While it remains an advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) that requires the human driver to monitor their surroundings, features to reduce the burden on the driver are being enhanced, allowing hands-off driving on expressways and facilitating smooth transitions from one lane to another in conj...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/28

Honda, Tokuyama, and Mitsubishi start field testing for the reuse of automotive FCs Honda Motor Co., Ltd. (Honda) announced on August 1 that it has started a joint field testing for the reuse of by-product hydrogen and automotive fuel cells (FCs) with Tokuyama Corporation (Tokuyama) and Mitsubishi Corporation (Mitsubishi) at Tokuyama Cultural Gymnasium (Shunan City, Yamaguchi Prefecture). The demonstration tests will use a stationary FC power sta...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/04

ChargeScape enrolls BMW, Ford EVs in New York grid reliability program On July 22, ChargeScape, a joint venture between BMW, Honda, Ford, and Nissan, announced a partnership with PSEG Long Island to enroll electric vehicles (EVs) in the utility’s Peak Load Reduction program.  Designed to alleviate strain on the power grid during summer months, the initiative will leverage ChargeScape’s AI-powered technology platform and aims to intelligently...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/23

Lumax Auto Technologies, India wins new business form Mahindra, Honda, and Maruti Suzuki On May 28, Lumax Auto Technologies Limited announced that during the quarter that ended on March 31, 2025, it won a new business to supply cockpit assembly for Thar Roxx and its newly launched electric vehicles, BE6, and XEV 9E. It will also supply a gear shifter (automatic transmission and manual transmission) and a Shark fin antenna for the Honda Amaze seda...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/30

Vietnam’s motorcycle market rebounds in Q1/2025; Sales exceed 673,000 units Reported on April 18, 2025, Vietnam’s motorcycle market is showing strong signs of recovery, following a period of stagnation. This rebound is largely attributed to the introduction of electric motorcycles and innovative promotional strategies. According to recent data from the Vietnam Association of Motorcycle Manufacturers (VAMM), which includes figures from 5 major...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/24

Honda Vietnam launches upgraded HR-V SUV, featuring new e:HEV variant On April 4, 2025, Honda Vietnam Company (HVN) held a product launch ceremony themed “Green in Motion,” unveiling the new Honda HR-V, which is now equipped with an advanced and optimized hybrid engine for the first time. HVN also announced sales and service policies for 2 electric motorbike models: the ICON e: and CUV e:. The upgraded version of the 2nd-generation Honda HR-V...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/08

46th Bangkok International Motor Show themed "The Talk of Sensuous Automotive" runs from March 26 to April 6 From March 26 to April 6, 2025, Thailand's 46th Bangkok International Motor Show (46th BIMS) will be organized under the theme concept of "The Talk of Sensuous Automotive" (Press Day/VIP Day: March 24-25). International automotive brands joining the show included Aion, Audi, Aston Martin, BMW, BYD, Changan (Deepal / AVATR), Farizon, Ford, ...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/24

Nissan outlines progress of turnaround measures, plans cost reduction of JPY 400 billion On February 13, Nissan Motor announced additional details the actions to turnaround its performance and create a leaner, more resilient business, outlining targets for fiscal year 2026 (FY 2026) and key initiatives. Nissan plans to optimize its cost structure and reduce fixed and variable costs by a total of approx. JPY 400 billion in FY 2026, which will redu...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/14

Honda targets 50% global share of motorcycle, to start operating e-motorcycle plant in India by 2028 On January 28, Honda announced that their global motorcycle sales are expected to reach 20.2 million units for the current fiscal year ending March 31, 2025, which is approximately 40% share of global motorcycle sales. The Asian market, including India, Indonesia, Thailand and Vietnam, accounts for 85% of global sales (17.17 million units), and Ja...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/28

GlobalData Blog: Could the prospective merger of Honda and Nissan transform their futures? Honda and Nissan have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to start discussions that could pave the way for a merger of the two companies. Mitsubishi Motors is also considering joining a new consolidation, which, if it went ahead, would make it the world’s third largest vehicle manufacturer. In an industry facing great change, whether that be the tr...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/16

Honda, MC Retail Energy, Kaluza Japan, and ALTNA start smart charging demonstration test Honda Motor Co., Ltd., MC Retail Energy Co., Ltd., Kaluza Japan, and ALTNA Co., Ltd. announced on December 10 that they started a joint demonstration test for a new service that optimizes power charging and discharging in accordance with the supply and demand of electricity from December 6. They will consider a price system and other details to provide a full...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/11

41st Thailand Motor Expo opened, featuring “Innovative Spirit…Futuristic Vehicles” concept On November 28, 2024, the 41st Thailand International Motor Expo was officially opened, featuring the concept of “Innovative Spirit…Futuristic Vehicles”. This year’s event is scheduled to run until December 10, 2024. The 42 car brands from 9 countries and 22 motorcycle makers from 7 countries showcasing their products at the show include Aion,...

News  Updated at: 2024/11/28

GlobalData Blog: Hydrogen showdown, Japan vs. Korea in the race for FCEV dominance The global automotive industry is undergoing a revolution toward zero-emission technology, and in Asia, Japan and South Korea are leading the race for dominance in hydrogen-powered vehicles. This rivalry is more than a market battle—it’s a bid for energy independence and environmental sustainability. FCEVs (fuel cell electric vehicles) offer several advantages ...

News  Updated at: 2024/11/27