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Honda aims to create regenerative fuel cell system to support life in space and on Earth Honda will test its water electrolysis system on the International Space Station New Space Development Division at American Honda seeks to promote technology development in the U.S. and enhance collaboration with the U.S. space industry  TORRANCE, Calif., April 4, 2025 – Honda R&D Co., Ltd. (“Honda”) today announced plans to test its high-differential pressure water electrolysis system at the International Space Station (ISS) in collaboration with leading space and technology companies Sierra Space and Tec-Masters. The project is part of Honda’s vision for a regenerative fuel cell system that could provide advanced energy storage capable of supporting human life on the lunar surface.  Regenerative Fuel Cell System for Outer Space Honda is leveraging decades of hydrogen fuel cell technology expertise to develop a regenerative fu...

YOKOHAMA, Japan, Tuesday 11 March 2025 - Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. today announced changes to its senior management, introducing a significantly renewed leadership line-up to achieve the company's short- and mid-term objectives while positioning it for long-term growth. Effective April 1, the board of directors has approved titles and areas of responsibility for the representative executive officer and executive officers. Ivan Espinosa, currently the chief planning officer, has been appointed as the representative executive officer, president, and CEO, succeeding Makoto Uchida.   Executive Committee Nissan is announcing significant changes to its Executive Committee, which will report to Espinosa effective April 1: Guillaume Cartier, chief performance officer and chairperson of the Management Committee for AMIEO, will have an expanded role that includes global marketing and customer experience. Eiichi Akashi, currently corporate vice president (CVP) of the Vehicle Plannin...

Honda Motor Co., Ltd. and Honda Mobilityland Co., Ltd., which operates the Suzuka Circuit, will host the official promotional event for the F1 Japanese Grand Prix *1 , “F1 TOKYO FAN FESTIVAL 2025.” The event will take place over four days—April 2 (Wednesday) and April 4 (Friday) to April 6 (Sunday), 2025—at Tokyo BAY (Odaiba/Aomi). In addition to a public viewing of the F1 Japanese Grand Prix, the event will feature F1 car exhibitions, interactive F1 experiences, live music performances, and cuisine from countries hosting F1 races. A wide variety of attractions will be available, ensuring that both passionate motorsport enthusiasts and newcomers, as well as families, can all enjoy the event. The year 2025 marks the 75th anniversary of the FIA *2 Formula One World Championship (F1) and the 60th anniversary of Honda’s first F1 victory, making it a milestone year. F1 TOKYO FAN FESTIVAL 2025 will connect the public viewing site in Odaiba with Suzuka Circuit in Mie Prefect...

Honda 0 SUV Based on the Space-Hub concept model unveiled at CES 2024, proposing the new value of EVs as a “space” for people that Honda wants to offer with its future EV models, Honda presented the prototype of a mid-size EV SUV, which will be the first Honda 0 Series model. By applying the “Thin, Light, and Wise” approach to an SUV, the interior space was further increased, and a spacious cabin was achieved with an outstandingly clear and unrestricted field of view and great flexibility. As with the Honda 0 Saloon, the Honda 0 SUV will feature a wide variety of next-generation technologies which embody the “Thin, Light, and Wise” development approach of the Honda 0 Series. This model will offer the value of an “ever-advancing” space through the “ultra-personal optimization” and digital UX made possible by the ASIMO OS. Moreover, the Honda 0 SUV will apply high-precision attitude estimation and stabilization control based on 3D gyro sensors, technology...

Honda 0 Saloon By further advancing the concept model introduced last year at CES 2024, the Honda 0 Saloon prototype was developed in preparation for a market launch scheduled in 2026. While maintaining the exact styling design of the concept model, the prototype model features both a low height, sporty styling that sets the Saloon apart from other EVs at first glance and an interior space that is more spacious than people can imagine based on the exterior dimensions. The Honda 0 Saloon, the flagship model of the Honda 0 Series, will be based on the newly-developed dedicated EV architecture and will feature a number of next-generation technologies that will embody the “Thin, Light, and Wise” development approach of the Honda 0 Series. At CES 2025, Honda is focusing on introducing certain technologies and features that contribute to the “Wise” value of the Honda 0 Saloon. This includes the highly reliable automated driving technologies backed by the Level 3...

Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. ("Nissan"), Honda Motor Co., Ltd. ("Honda"), and Mitsubishi Motors Corporation ("Mitsubishi Motors") have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to explore the possibility of Mitsubishi Motors’ participation, involvement, and synergy sharing in relation to the business integration through the establishment of a joint holding company outlined in an MOU signed between Nissan and Honda. Nissan, Honda, and Mitsubishi Motors have reached a basic agreement to proceed with discussions based on the framework established in the MOU signed by Nissan and Honda on August 1 regarding the commencement of a strategic partnership focused on intelligence and electrification. Mitsubishi Motors has been participating in this framework, and the three companies have been proceeding with discussions. Following the agreement between Nissan and Honda to start consideration toward a business integration through the establishment of a joint ...

TOKYO, Japan, December 2024 – Honda will present the world premiere of two prototype models at CES 2025 representing two Honda 0 Series models the company is planning to introduce to the global market starting in 2026. Honda will also introduce its original vehicle operating system (OS) planned to be adopted to the Honda 0 Series models. CES 2025 will be held January 7-10, 2025 in Las Vegas, Nevada, U.S. In January of this year, at CES 2024, Honda premiered the Honda 0 Series and its “Thin, Light and Wise” development approach. At CES 2025, Honda will hold a press conference on January 7, 2025 with a focus on the “Wise” value of the Honda 0 Series. Honda will introduce the value to be realized by the original vehicle OS and automated driving technologies to be installed to its Honda 0 Series models, and provide an overview of the System on Chip (SoC) that will support the value Honda 0 Series models will offer as Software Defined Vehicles (SDV). Honda is also planning to...

 December 17, 2024 — TORRANCE, Calif. Sixth-generation Prelude marks return of iconic nameplate to the Honda lineup Prelude will advance the "joy of driving" into the electrified future with Honda’s award-winning two-motor hybrid powertrain Electrified sport coupe will debut innovative Honda S+ Shift feature designed to enhance the driving experience First introduced in November 1978, the Prelude nameplate has long attracted enthusiasts with its sporty looks and performance Honda celebrates 25 years of electrification – Honda introduced America’s first hybrid-electric model a quarter century ago Honda today announced an all-new hybrid-electric Prelude sports coupe will be introduced to the U.S. market late next year, returning one of the brand's most iconic nameplates to the lineup. The stylish new Prelude will mark the debut of Honda S+ Shift, an innovative new drive mode that further advances Linear Shift Control to deliver maximum levels of driver engagement, in keepin...

Honda announced that it will participate in JAPAN MOBILITY SHOW BIZWEEK 2024 to be held at Makuhari Messe in Chiba Prefecture, Japan from October 15 (Tuesday) to 18 (Friday), 2024. JAPAN MOBILITY SHOW BIZWEEK 2024 will be held as an event to promote new business co-creation by strengthening collaboration between companies. The Honda booth aims to communicate with participating and visiting companies by showcasing UNI-ONE capable of DX coordination such as augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR), and seek partners interested in selling / handling “SmaChari,” a service that converts conventional bicycles to be electrically assisted and connected by attaching an electric power assist unit and connecting a smartphone app. Honda will also introduce IGNITION, a new business creation program aimed at solving social issues, and Honda Xcelerator Ventures, an open innovation program promoting collaboration between startup companies and Honda. Main Exhibits UNI-ONE Hands-Free Personal Mob...