Japanese government welcomes partnership between Sony Semiconductor Solutions and TSMC Japan’s Minister of Economy, Trade, and Industry (METI) Ryosei Akazawa announced to the press after a cabinet meeting held on May 12 that the government welcomes the news that Sony Semiconductor Solutions Corporation (Atsugi City, Kanagawa Prefecture), of Sony Group Corporation, and Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company, Ltd. (TSMC) will collaborate on ...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/14

Sony and TSMC to collaborate for development and production of next-generation image sensors Sony Semiconductor Solutions Corporation (Sony Semiconductor Solutions), a group company of Sony Group Corporation that manufactures semiconductor devices (Atsugi City, Kanagawa Prefecture), and Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company, Ltd. (TSMC) announced on May 8 that they have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to enter into a strategic par...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/11

Sony scales back its EV collaboration with Honda, but will not give up dream of entering mobility business Sony Group Corporation President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Totoki Hiroki reiterated at an online press conference held on May 8 the company’s willingness to enter the mobility sector, although it will drastically reduce the business of Sony Honda Mobility Inc. (SHM), a joint venture of electric vehicles (EVs) with Honda Motor Co., ...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/11

project for two years, then citing tariff uncertainty under the Trump administration. The decision to shelve the project entirely comes after Honda announced a massive restructuring in March that included canceling the Honda 0 Series sedan and SUV and Acura RSX, as well as ending involvement in the Sony Honda Mobility AFEELA project. Honda says current employment at its existing Alliston plant, which employs 4,200 workers building ICE-powered veh...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/07

Sony Honda Mobility to scale down operations On April 21, Sony Group, Honda Motor and Sony Honda Mobility (SHM), the joint venture formed by Sony and Honda announced they have reached an agreement to scale down the operations of SHM. Following Honda’s reassessment of its automobile electrification strategy announced on March 12, 2026, Sony, Honda, and SHM announced on March 25, 2026 the discontinuation of the development and launch of the first...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/21

Japanese government to provide up to JPY 60 billion in subsidies for Sony Group company’s image sensor volume production to meet to autonomous driving, physical AI demand At a press conference following a cabinet meeting on April 17, Mr. Ryosei Akazawa, the Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) of Japan, announced that the government would provide up to JPY 60 billion in subsidies for the image sensor production plan submitted by Sony ...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/20

SoftBank to lead new Japanese AI platform firm; Honda, NEC, Sony invest A new company has been established to develop a Japanese-made artificial intelligence (AI) platform model, with SoftBank Corp. leading the investment alongside major corporations such as Honda Motor Co., Ltd. The aim is for Japanese players to make a comeback in the field of AI development, which has been dominated by the U.S. and China. With government support in mind, the n...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/14

a combined 165 kW of power and 295 Nm of torque. It can accelerate from 0–100 kmph in 7.9 seconds and has a top speed of 175 kmph. It is equipped with a 1.83 kWh LFP battery and a 51-litre fuel tank, offering a driving range of over 1,000 km. It features a dual 12.3-inch screens, an eight-speaker Sony sound and range of advanced driver assistance features such as parking sensors, a 360-degree camera, blind-spot detection, rear cross-traffic ale...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/08

Sony Honda Mobility concludes “ AFEELA” exhibition in Ginza following discontinuation of development Sony Honda Mobility Inc. (SHM, Minato Ward, Tokyo), which decided to discontinue development of the  AFEELA electric vehicle (EV), announced on March 27 that it had ended its exhibition at the "G735 Gallery" in Ginza, Tokyo. “We deeply regret this outcome and are heartbroken. We would like to once again offer our sincere apologies for any i...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/30

Sony Honda Mobility announces discontinuation of development and launch of AFEELA 1 and second model of AFEELA vehicles On March 25, Sony Honda Mobility Inc. (SHM) announced that it has decided to discontinue the development and launch of its first model, AFEELA 1, and its second model of AFEELA vehicles that had been under development. As a result of its parent company Honda Motor Co., Ltd. (Honda)’s reassessment of its automobile electrificat...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/25

Sony Honda Mobility announces AFEELA Studio & Delivery Hub Torrance opening On March 16, Sony Honda Mobility of America Inc. (SHMA) announced it will host the grand opening of the AFEELA Studio & Delivery Hub Torrance on March 21 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. PT. Attendees will include SHMA Executives, the Mayor of Torrance, civic leaders, AFEELA 1 reservation holders, and invited guests. The AFEELA 1 will be on-site for guided, in-cabin experienc...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/17

Sony Honda Mobility awaits decision on AFEELA project On March 13, the day after Honda announced it was cancelling three EV production programs in the U.S., Sony Honda Mobility announced only that it will present a “AFEELA Prototype Tuned Up by Hajime Sorayama” exhibit at CREATIVE MUSEUM TOKYO in Tokyo starting March 14 through May 10. No mention has yet been made about a change in plans for the AFEELA 1 electric sedan that is based on the pl...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/14

within the EV Hub that the company established in Ohio, and other supporting plants, that include:   •  Marysville Auto Plant in Ohio, which was to build the three discontinued EVs  •  East Liberty Auto Plant in Ohio which was to provide a supporting role in EV production, but still has the Sony Mobility AFEELA planned for production  •  Georgia Transmission Plant which was to produce E-axles  •  Anna Engine Plant in Ohio which wa...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/13

automatic transmission, and all-wheel drive (AWD). It produces 428 PS of power and 580 Nm of torque.  For the first time on a JAECOO model, the JAECOO 8 SHS-P introduces lockable differentials working alongside the brand’s adaptive all-terrain response system. It has a dual 12.3-inch displays, a SONY 14-speaker sound system, and wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay as standard. It is equipped with 10 airbags and up to 19 advanced driver ass...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/12

Automakers are actively developing in-vehicle AI agents Automakers are actively developing in-vehicle artificial intelligence (AI) agents. Japanese manufacturers such as Toyota Motor Corporation, Nissan Motor Co., Ltd., and Sony Honda Mobility Inc. (Minato Ward, Tokyo) are also advancing their development. Leading automakers such as U.S.-based Tesla, Inc. and Chinese OEMs are introducing their own proprietary AI models. The key feature of AI agen...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/24

or hybrid-electric system". For two decades, and three generations, the Acura RDX has been a staple of the Acura SUV lineup, beginning with the 2007 model year, with cumulative sales of around 850,000 units in North America. The East Liberty Auto Plant is currently gearing up for production of the Sony Honda Mobility AFEELA 1. (Honda release on January 14, 2026) ...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/15

CES 2026: Sony Honda Mobility unveils AFEELA Prototype 2026 On January 5, Sony Honda Mobility (SHM) unveiled a new prototype, the AFEELA Prototype 2026, at a press conference ahead of the opening of CES 2026 in Las Vegas. The AFEELA Prototype 2026 builds on the core concept of AFEELA 1 while offering greater spatial flexibility and accessibility, aiming to deliver joy and value to a broader range of users. The company plans to develop a productio...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/06

software-defined vehicles (SDVs) that use software to realize functions. In 2025, Honda Motor Co., Ltd. and Suzuki Motor Corporation had booths and Toyota Motor Corporation held a press conference at CES 2025, but none of them will participate this year. This year’s automaker participants include Sony Honda Mobility Inc. (SHM), Germany-based BMW Group, Korea-based Hyundai Motor Group, and two Chinese automakers: Great Wall Motor Co., Ltd. and G...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/06

Sony Honda Mobility initiates AFEELA 1 trial production in Ohio, U.S. On January 2, Sony Honda Mobility Inc. (SHM) announced that it recently conducted trial production runs of its first model, AFEELA 1, using the production line at the East Liberty Auto Plant of its contract manufacturing partner, Honda Development & Manufacturing of America, LLC (Honda). This trial was conducted as part of the preparation process for mass production. SHM also a...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/05

to further develop digital platforms and connected vehicle solutions. It will present music streaming via native integrations and spatial audio with Dolby Atmos in Apple CarPlay. At the Xperi stand, it will present video streaming in the CLA with DTS AutoStage Video powered by TiVo and RIDEVU from Sony Pictures Entertainment with IMAX optimized content and DTS:X sound. Based on Mercedes-Benz press release...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/02