Honda’s self-driving car: A smooth ride when all goes right

TOKYO — Level 3 autonomous driving promises to let drivers take their hands off the wheel and their eyes off the road under certain conditions. So how does Honda Motor’s Legend sedan — the first passenger car on the market equipped with this technology — deliver on that promise? To answer that question, a fellow… Continue reading Honda’s self-driving car: A smooth ride when all goes right

@Honda: Honda of the UK Manufacturing Confirms New Owner for Swindon Site

26 Mar 2021 ID: 330857 Honda of the UK Manufacturing (Honda) has today announced it has entered into a contract for sale of its Swindon site. Originally purchased by the Japanese car manufacturer in 1985, the site will be sold to Panattoni, Europe’s largest developer of new build industrial and logistics facilities. In 2019, Honda… Continue reading @Honda: Honda of the UK Manufacturing Confirms New Owner for Swindon Site

@Honda: Agreement Reached to Standardize Swappable Batteries for Electric Motorcycles

Honda Motor Co., Ltd.Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd.Suzuki Motor CorporationYamaha Motor Co., Ltd. March 26, 2021 – The Swappable Battery Consortium for Electric Motorcycles (Consortium) has reached an agreement to standardize swappable batteries and replacement systems, allowing battery sharing and paving the way for increased adoption of electric motorcycles in Japan. The Consortium was established by… Continue reading @Honda: Agreement Reached to Standardize Swappable Batteries for Electric Motorcycles

@Honda: ALL-NEW HR-V e:HEV: A DEEPER LOOK INTO THE DESIGN CONCEPT

All-new HR-V incorporates Honda’s seamless, clean design philosophy with strong SUV stance Honda’s unique centre fuel tank layout is maintained as basis of flexible, spacious cabin Further improvements maximise interior space and comfort, despite its compact dimensions Design embodies key concepts of function and desirable beauty, enhancing its role in supporting everyday life The next… Continue reading @Honda: ALL-NEW HR-V e:HEV: A DEEPER LOOK INTO THE DESIGN CONCEPT

GM further cuts production in North America due to global chip shortage

By Ben Klayman 3 Min Read DETROIT (Reuters) -General Motors Co extended production cuts in North America on Wednesday due to a worldwide semiconductor chip shortage that has impacted the auto sector. Slideshow ( 2 images ) The U.S. automaker said its Wentzville, Missouri, assembly plant would be idled during the weeks beginning March 29… Continue reading GM further cuts production in North America due to global chip shortage

Auto industry CEOs discuss CO2 with Timmermans

Brussels, 24 March 2021 – Under the umbrella of the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA), the CEOs of Europe’s car makers met last week with the European Commission Vice-President for the European Green Deal, Frans Timmermans, for a constructive discussion on climate change and CO2 emissions. “EU policy makers and the auto industry share the… Continue reading Auto industry CEOs discuss CO2 with Timmermans

Honda to extend production suspension at some North American plants

By David Shepardson 2 Min Read FILE PHOTO: Honda’s logo on its Modulo model is pictured at its showroom at its headquarters in Tokyo, Japan, Feb. 19, 2019. REUTERS/Kim Kyung-hoon WASHINGTON (Reuters) – Honda Motor Co said on Tuesday it will extend production suspensions at some North American plants into the week of March 29… Continue reading Honda to extend production suspension at some North American plants

GM says no reason to cut Brazil auto production as rivals curb output due to pandemic

By Marcelo Rochabrun 2 Min Read SAO PAULO (Reuters) – General Motors Co on Monday said it saw no reason to cut auto production in Brazil due to the worsening pandemic, striking a different tone to two other vehicle manufacturers who have curbed production, citing health concerns. Slideshow ( 2 images ) On Friday, Volkswagen… Continue reading GM says no reason to cut Brazil auto production as rivals curb output due to pandemic

Vertu Motors acquires Honda dealership from Hepworth Motor Group

Vertu Motors has acquired a Honda dealership based on Leeds Road, Huddersfield from Hepworth Motor Group to grow its Yorkshire presence to 23 sites. The business, which also holds an authorised repair contract for Mitsubishi, has been located in Huddersfield for 40 years. All colleagues will remain at the dealership following the acquisition, ensuring continuity… Continue reading Vertu Motors acquires Honda dealership from Hepworth Motor Group

General Motors was ‘un-Australian’ and treated dealers with disrespect when Holden closed

A Senate committee has called on Australia’s competition watchdog to fast-track its investigation into General Motors’ decision to kill off the iconic Holden brand and its “disappointing” treatment of local car dealers. The committee report, released on Thursday evening, follows a year-long inquiry into the circumstances surrounding the February 2020 decision to end the Holden… Continue reading General Motors was ‘un-Australian’ and treated dealers with disrespect when Holden closed