Honda has canceled two electric vehicles it was developing through its Sony Honda Mobility joint venture, following recent cancellations of three other US-bound EVs. The partnership, formed in 2022, aimed to combine Sony's electronics and entertainment expertise with Honda's automotive manufacturing. This setback reflects Honda's broader struggles in the EV market, where it has lagged behind competitors despite early success with hybrid technology.
Background
Honda and Sony formed a joint venture in 2022 to develop electric vehicles combining Sony's technology with Honda's automotive expertise. Honda has struggled in the EV market despite being an early hybrid leader, with recent models facing sales challenges after US tax credit changes.
- Source
- Ars Technica
- Published
- Mar 25, 2026 at 09:12 PM
- Score
- 6.0 / 10