The manufacturer plans to bring the first models of its new, fully electric “Honda 0 Series” onto the market in 2026 – first in North America and then worldwide. Two models have now celebrated their premiere in Las Vegas: the “Saloon” and the “Space Hub”. They represent the declared goal of “increasing the proportion of electric and fuel cell vehicles to 100 percent by 2024.”
According to previous announcements, Honda wants around two million worldwide by 2030 Electric cars build every year and bring 30 models with pure battery power onto the market. Honda boss Toshihiro Mibe (62) explained this to the business newspaper in Las Vegas “Nikkei”
that the car manufacturer is considering a new building for electric car production in Canada that will cost around $14 billion. The newspaper had rumors about this already reported
. Honda plans to discuss plans with Canadian officials this week.
The “Saloon” concept limousine presented in Las Vegas is said to offer space for up to five people. It is considered the flagship model of the new Honda series. The front view of the vehicle is reminiscent of a Japanese Shinkansen bullet train. According to management, the “Space Hub” minivan can accommodate up to seven people.
The new models will have so-called “e-axles” – drive systems that integrate the motor, inverter and transmission. Honda says the technology enables ranges of more than 300 miles (482 kilometers) on a single charge while minimizing battery size.
Honda initially did not comment on specific ranges, technical details, prices and sales targets for the vehicles. Like all other vehicles in the new series, both cars will also have a redesigned “H” logo.