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Honda: Seven Automakers Unite to Create a Leading High-Powered Charging Network Across North America

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Thursday, July 27, 2023
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The joint venture aims to become the leading network of reliable high-powered charging stations in North America.

Key Points: 
  • The joint venture aims to become the leading network of reliable high-powered charging stations in North America.
  • In line with the sustainability strategies of all seven automakers, the joint venture intends to power the charging network solely by renewable energy.
  • The network will provide a seamless, vehicle integrated, best-in-class charging experience, based on renewable energy and supported by the quality, reliability, and resources of world-leading automakers.
  • The creation of a best-in-class charging network will ensure that the EV infrastructure will support current and projected EV sales and will foster the adoption of electric vehicles.

Honda to Begin Track Testing of Civic Type R-GT, New Honda GT500 Model, Scheduled to Compete in the 2024 Season of the SUPER GT Series

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Wednesday, July 26, 2023
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TOKYO, July 26, 2023 - (JCN Newswire) - Honda Racing Corporation (HRC) today announced plans to conduct the first shakedown test of the Civic Type R-GT, which is scheduled to debut in the 2024 season and compete in the GT500 Class of the SUPER GT Series*.

Key Points: 
  • TOKYO, July 26, 2023 - (JCN Newswire) - Honda Racing Corporation (HRC) today announced plans to conduct the first shakedown test of the Civic Type R-GT, which is scheduled to debut in the 2024 season and compete in the GT500 Class of the SUPER GT Series*.
  • The test will be conducted on July 25 and 26, 2023 at the Okayama International Circuit in Japan.
  • The Civic Type R-GT is equipped with a dedicated 2.0-liter direct injection turbocharged inline 4-cylinder racing engine HRC has been developing and refining through racing.
  • Starting with the 2024 season, we will be competing in the GT500 class of SUPER GT, one of the most prestigious auto racing series in Japan.

Honda and SCSK Reach Basic Agreement on Software Development Partnership

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Friday, July 7, 2023
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TOKYO, July 7, 2023 - (JCN Newswire) - Honda Motor Co., Ltd. today announced that it has reached a basic agreement on a software development partnership with SCSK Corporation (SCSK), a Japan-based IT solution and service provider.

Key Points: 
  • TOKYO, July 7, 2023 - (JCN Newswire) - Honda Motor Co., Ltd. today announced that it has reached a basic agreement on a software development partnership with SCSK Corporation (SCSK), a Japan-based IT solution and service provider.
  • In light of such automotive technology trends, Honda has signed a basic agreement to form a partnership with SCSK to establish a system and capability that will enable more seamless and speedy software development.
  • Based on this partnership, SCSK is planning to increase the number of its IT engineers working with Honda to approximately 1,000 by 2030.
  • - Development of software engineers:
    Introduction/implementation of human resource development measures that leverage the strengths of both companies.

Honda Issues "Honda ESG Data Book 2023"

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Thursday, June 29, 2023
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TOKYO, June 29, 2023 - (JCN Newswire) - Honda Motor Co., Ltd. today issued its first "Honda ESG Data Book 2023," and made it available on the company website.

Key Points: 
  • TOKYO, June 29, 2023 - (JCN Newswire) - Honda Motor Co., Ltd. today issued its first "Honda ESG Data Book 2023," and made it available on the company website.
  • For a diverse range of Honda stakeholders, the Honda ESG Data Book 2023 comprehensively summarizes Honda's approach to sustainability and initiatives toward the fulfillment of the Honda 2030 Vision - to serve people worldwide with the joy of expanding their life's potential - from the perspectives of ESG (Environment, Social, and Governance).
  • In order to distinguish the content each report conveys to the stakeholders more clearly, Honda renamed the "Honda Sustainability Report" as the "Honda ESG Data Book" and modified the content.
  • By issuing the Honda ESG Data Book, Honda intends to facilitate an understanding among stakeholders of Honda's basic approach and initiatives related to the ESG.

Honda Teams to Compete in 2023 FIM Endurance World Championship "Coca-Cola" Suzuka 8 Hours Endurance Road Race 44th Tournament

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Tuesday, June 27, 2023
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TOKYO, June 27, 2023 - (JCN Newswire) - Honda announced an overview of its main teams to compete in 2023 FIM(1) Endurance World Championship "Coca-Cola" Suzuka 8 Hours Endurance Road Race 44th Tournament (Suzuka 8 Hours), to be held at the Suzuka Circuit in Mie Prefecture, Japan, on Sunday, August 6, 2023.

Key Points: 
  • TOKYO, June 27, 2023 - (JCN Newswire) - Honda announced an overview of its main teams to compete in 2023 FIM(1) Endurance World Championship "Coca-Cola" Suzuka 8 Hours Endurance Road Race 44th Tournament (Suzuka 8 Hours), to be held at the Suzuka Circuit in Mie Prefecture, Japan, on Sunday, August 6, 2023.
  • This year, the team will be represented by FIM Superbike World Championship (WSBK) riders Iker Lecuona and Xavi Vierge, and Takumi Takahashi, who is competing in the MFJ(3) All Japan Road Race Championship (JRR) ST1000 class this season.
  • TSR Honda France will be represented by its regular riders Josh Hook, Mike Di Meglio and Alan Techer.
  • The team is aiming to gain as many points as possible at Suzuka, to defend the championship.

Honda Aircraft Company Announces Plan to Commercialize New Light Jet

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Wednesday, June 14, 2023
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GREENSBORO, N.C., June 14, 2023 - (JCN Newswire) - Honda Aircraft Company today announced that it will commercialize the HondaJet 2600 Concept, an all-new light jet that was first introduced at the 2021 NBAA Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE).

Key Points: 
  • GREENSBORO, N.C., June 14, 2023 - (JCN Newswire) - Honda Aircraft Company today announced that it will commercialize the HondaJet 2600 Concept, an all-new light jet that was first introduced at the 2021 NBAA Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE).
  • The company also said it will target type certification in 2028 for the new light jet, which represents a new product line for Honda Aircraft Company and will be offered alongside its existing very light jet model, the HondaJet Elite II.
  • "The commercialization of our new light jet represents Honda's next chapter of skyward mobility, which further expands the potential of people's lives," said Hideto Yamasaki, President and CEO of Honda Aircraft Company.
  • Honda Aircraft Company is finalizing engineering designs for the new light jet, with fabrication activities underway.

Honda: Production, Sales and Export Results for April, 2023

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Tuesday, May 30, 2023
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TOKYO, May 30, 2023 - (JCN Newswire) - Honda Motor Co., Ltd. today announced a summary of automobile production, Japan domestic sales, and export results for the month of April 2023.

Key Points: 

TOKYO, May 30, 2023 - (JCN Newswire) - Honda Motor Co., Ltd. today announced a summary of automobile production, Japan domestic sales, and export results for the month of April 2023.
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Honda to Participate in FIA Formula One World Championship from 2026 Season as Power Unit Supplier for Aston Martin Aramco Cognizant Formula One Team

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Wednesday, May 24, 2023
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TOKYO, May 24, 2023 - (JCN Newswire) - Honda Motor Co., Ltd. today announced plans to participate in the FIA(1) Formula One World Championship (F1) from the 2026 season as a power unit supplier.

Key Points: 
  • TOKYO, May 24, 2023 - (JCN Newswire) - Honda Motor Co., Ltd. today announced plans to participate in the FIA(1) Formula One World Championship (F1) from the 2026 season as a power unit supplier.
  • Honda has agreed to enter into a works partnership with the Aston Martin Aramco Cognizant Formula One Team to supply power units compliant with the new F1 power unit regulations which will take effect in the 2026 season.
  • These changes in F1 power unit regulations are consistent with the direction Honda has been taking toward the realization of carbon neutrality.
  • "I would like to welcome Honda and HRC to the Aston Martin Aramco Cognizant Formula One Team.

Ministerial Approval Granted to Form Research Body "HySE" for Development of Hydrogen Small Mobility Engines to Help Build Decarbonized Society

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Thursday, May 18, 2023
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Key Points: 
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    To realize a decarbonized society, a multi-pathway strategy to address various issues in the mobility sector is necessary, rather than focusing on a single energy source.
  • Against this backdrop, research and development targeted at commercialization of mobility with engines powered by hydrogen - deemed a next-generation energy source - is gaining momentum.
  • The members of HySE will continue to deepen their collaborative relations in order to provide a variety of small mobility options to users and meet their diverse needs, thereby contributing to the realization of a decarbonized society.
  • There are many challenges in the development of hydrogen-powered engines, but we hope to see the association's activities advance the fundamental research in order to meet those challenges.