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2021
Honda updates CB500F, CBR500R and CB500X for 2022
Honda’s 2022 CB500F, CBR500R and CB500X models received engine and chassis upgrades, improved fuel-injection settings, and updated styling with new colors and graphics.
2021
Honda introduces 2021 XRE 300 Adventure in Brazil
Honda introduced the 2021 version of its XRE 300 Adventure motorcycle in Brazil. The article says there was no information about a release in India.
2021
Honda plans to discontinue a gasoline-powered Odyssey model in December
The report says a Honda Odyssey model is planned to be discontinued in December of that year, possibly the gasoline-only version; it says the 2.0L hybrid version is expected to remain on sale. The source does not provide a publication date.
2021
Honda U-Go electric scooter enters China market
Honda introduced the U-Go electric scooter in China, offering two versions with different motor power and governed top speeds.
2021
Honda released the new Fit in South Africa
Honda released its new Fit, a replacement for the Jazz. The article describes the Fit range, including a hybrid derivative, and gives South African prices.
2021
Honda early-retirement program closes with more than 2,000 workers accepting
Honda's early-retirement program in Japan closed in July, with more than 2,000 workers accepting. The program was intended to restructure the workforce to produce more EVs.
2021
Acura announces planned electric vehicle launch in North America
Honda announced that its Acura luxury-car brand was expected to launch an electric vehicle in North America during 2024.
2021
Honda announces Prologue and Acura electric SUV plans
Honda said its new Honda Prologue and an accompanying Acura model will debut in 2024. The announcement described the vehicles as part of Honda's effort to accelerate EV introductions in U.S. showrooms; the models had not yet debuted.
2021
Acura Type S engine debuts in the TLX Type S
Honda said its Anna plant began production of a new turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 engine for Acura Type S models. The engine debuted in the 2021 Acura TLX Type S, which went on sale at Acura dealerships nationwide that week.
2021
Honda announces end of Clarity production
Honda announced that production of the Clarity Plug-in Hybrid and Clarity Fuel Cell would end in August 2021; the article says the fuel-cell model would remain available for lease through 2022.
2021
Honda announces planned closure of Sayama factory
Honda announced that it would close its Sayama, Japan factory by March 2022; the factory produces Honda Legend, Odyssey and Clarity models.
2021
Honda announces 2022 Civic hatchback global launch
Honda said the 2022 Civic hatchback would have an online global launch on June 23.
2021
Honda confirms production location for new Civic hatchback
Honda confirmed that the new-generation hatchback would not be produced at its UK factory and would instead be produced at its plant in Greensburg, Indiana.
2021
Honda previews Civic Hatchback ahead of Beijing reveal
Honda released a teaser image of the new Civic Hatchback and said it would be unveiled in Beijing on June 24. The article says it may enter the domestic market in the future.
2021
Honda Vietnam announces recall of 27,640 vehicles over faulty fuel pumps
Honda Vietnam announced a recall of 27,640 vehicles due to faulty fuel pumps, with the recall scheduled to begin May 5. The company said the fault could cause engines to stall or fail to start; replacements would be free of charge.
2021
Honda e wins 2021 World Urban Car of the Year
The Honda e was awarded the 2021 World Urban Car of the Year title by a panel of 93 international journalists from 28 countries.
2021
Honda and AutoX partner on autonomous driving research in China
Honda China partnered with AutoX on autonomous driving research in China. Honda will provide Accord and Inspire test vehicles, while leveraging AutoX technology and experience in testing and deploying autonomous vehicles.
2021
Honda and Verizon team up to test 5G-enabled vehicle safety
Honda and Verizon formed a research collaboration to test how Verizon's 5G Ultra-Wideband network and mobile edge computing could support autonomous-driving safety; the project also involves the University of Michigan's Mcity.
2021
Honda unveils H’ness-CB350 and CB-350 RS in Jammu
Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India unveiled the H'ness-CB350 and CB-350 RS at a BigWing showroom in Jammu.
2021
Honda recalls 628,124 vehicles over fuel-pump defect
Honda issued a recall covering 628,124 vehicles equipped with fuel pumps that may have low-density impellers. The reported defect may cause cracking, fuel absorption, impeller deformation and pump malfunction. The recall was expected to begin on May 18.