Honda Motor Company is considering building a new factory in the United States. As the company plans to expand its lineup of gasoline-electric hybrid models starting in 2030, a senior executive from the Japanese automaker stated that further increases in production capacity are needed. This plan comes after a broader strategic shift announced by Honda earlier this year, when the company canceled its previously planned launch of three all-electric models for the U.S. market. Honda now plans to i

Honda Motor Company is considering building a new factory in the United States. As the company plans to expand its lineup of gasoline-electric hybrid models starting in 2030, a senior executive from the Japanese automaker stated that the company needs to further increase its production capacity. This plan comes after Honda made a broader strategic shift earlier this year, when it canceled plans to launch three pure electric vehicle models for the US market. Honda plans to introduce 15 brand-new hybrid models by March 2030, primarily targeting the North American market. Honda's Executive Vice President said: “To meet customer demand, we do indeed need to increase capacity. The next production plant should be located in North America.”