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2020
Honda China and Neusoft Reach establish joint venture
Honda China and Neusoft Reach announced the establishment of Hynex Mobility Service Co., Ltd., a joint venture intended to advance connected-vehicle technologies and services centered on Honda CONNECT.
2020
Honda suspends some global production amid suspected cyberattack
Honda suspended some auto and motorcycle production globally after a suspected cyberattack affected production at some plants.
2020
Honda announces European fuel-pump recall
Honda announced that a recall involving a defective fuel-pump part would affect more than 39,000 vehicles across Europe. The affected impellers could cause loss of engine power or stalling.
2020
Honda and Acura vehicles recalled in China over fuel-pump defect
A recall in China covered specified domestically produced Honda and Acura models manufactured from July 1 through December 31, 2018. The source attributed the recall to an issue with fuel-pump impeller resin molding that could cause the fuel pump to malfunction and, in extreme cases, the engine to stall. Guangqi Honda and Dongfeng Honda said they would replace the affected vehicles' fuel pumps with improved versions free of charge.
2020
Honda sues Hero Electric over e-scooter design
Honda sued Hero Electric, alleging that the Indian company infringed the registered design of the rear cover and front and rear lamps of Honda's Moove electric scooter; the report describes the allegation, not a determination.
2020
Honda recalls nearly 1.4 million vehicles over fuel-pump issue
Honda is recalling nearly 1.4 million vehicles worldwide because their fuel pumps could fail and cause engines to stall or lose power. Dealers will replace the pumps at no cost to owners.
2020
Honda recalls vehicles in China over fuel-pump defect
GAC Honda and Dongfeng Honda filed recall plans covering 774,774 domestically produced vehicles in China, with the recalls scheduled to begin on June 1, 2020. The affected fuel-pump impellers may swell and deform, potentially causing the engine to stall while driving.
2020
Honda-affiliated automakers announce vehicle recall in China
Guangqi Honda and Dongfeng Honda filed recall plans covering 774,774 domestically produced vehicles. The vehicles’ fuel-pump impellers may swell and deform, potentially causing the fuel pump to malfunction and, in extreme cases, the engine to stall while driving. The recalls were scheduled to begin on June 1, 2020.
2020
Honda Foundation donates 104 motorcycles to Philippine Red Cross
Honda Foundation, Inc. donated 104 motorcycles to the Philippine Red Cross to help deliver humanitarian aid and lifesaving services across the Philippines.
2020
Honda produces PPE for Great Western Hospital
Swindon-based Honda has been helping Great Western Hospital by producing thousands of PPE items and other supplies.
2020
Atsushi Ogata appointed president and CEO of Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India
Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India announced Atsushi Ogata as its new president, CEO and managing director. He succeeds Minoru Kato, whose return to Japan took effect on May 1, 2020.
2020
Honda introduces Honda from Home booking platform
Honda Cars India introduced its Honda from Home online vehicle-booking platform, allowing customers to manage a car purchase online; the company also said purchased vehicles could be home-delivered after formalities are completed.
2020
Honda and General Motors agree to develop electric vehicles and platforms
Honda and General Motors agreed to partner on two all-electric vehicles for Honda using GM’s electric-vehicle platform and Ultium batteries. Honda will develop the bodies and interiors, and the companies described additional integration of GM’s OnStar and Super Cruise systems.
2020
GM and Honda agree to jointly develop two electric vehicles
GM and Honda agreed to jointly develop two all-new electric vehicles for Honda. The vehicles will use GM’s global EV platform and Ultium batteries, while Honda will design their interiors and exteriors.
2020
Honda Fit hybrid goes on sale in the UK
The new-generation Honda Fit hybrid went on sale in the UK, with four listed trim levels and starting prices ranging from £18,980 to £23,580.
2020
Honda announces six-day North American factory shutdown
Honda announced that it would temporarily close all its North American factories for six days, with the shutdown scheduled to begin March 23 and production planned to resume March 31. The shutdown was attributed to expected market declines resulting from the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
2020
Honda Pakistan announces March vehicle offers
Honda announced March special offers on multiple models, including free registration, free navigation, and a one-year free maintenance package.
2020
Honda confirms planned discontinuation of Clarity Electric
Honda confirmed that the Clarity Electric will be discontinued during 2020; the plug-in hybrid and fuel-cell versions will continue to be produced.
2020
Prices increase for the 2020 Honda Civic facelift in Malaysia
The 2020 Civic facelift was priced above its pre-facelift versions in Malaysia, with increases varying by variant.
2020
Honda Malaysia introduces the 2020 Civic facelift
Honda Malaysia officially introduced the facelifted 2020 Civic in Malaysia, with styling and equipment updates including Honda Sensing.