Honda reveals two new electric vehicle prototypes, a sedan and an SUV, signaling its commitment to a future of battery-powered models. While aiming for 100% zero-emission automobile sales in North America by 2040, Honda acknowledges the possibility of adjusting its EV investment pace if demand weakens. Production and sales details are provided, along with information on the company's proprietary Asimo operating system and a partnership with Renesas Electronics Corp. for a high-performance system-on-chip.
Honda unveiled two electric vehicle prototypes, a sedan and an SUV, signaling its commitment to a future of battery-powered models. While the company aims for 100% zero-emission automobile sales in North America by 2040, it acknowledges the possibility of adjusting its EV investment pace if demand weakens. Production of these prototypes will commence at Honda 's Ohio plant, with US sales starting in early 2024.
Honda will equip these models with its proprietary Asimo operating system, which manages advanced driver-assistance functions. Furthermore, Honda announced a partnership with Renesas Electronics Corp. to develop a high-performance system-on-chip for its 20 series models, slated for release later this decade. This collaboration seeks to achieve top-tier AI performance in the automotive industry
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