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Honda Unveils Demonstration Production Line for All-Solid-State Batteries in Japan
https://hondanews.eu/eu/en/cars/media/pressreleases/524650/honda-unveils-demonstration-production-line-for-all-solid-state-batteries-in-japan
TOKYO, Japan, November 21, 2024 – Honda Motor Co., Ltd. has unveiled the demonstration production line for all-solid-state batteries, which are being developed independently by Honda for mass production at the site located at Honda R&D Co., Ltd. In Sakura City, Tochigi Prefecture, Japan.
When conducting technical verification to establish a mass production process on the demonstration line, Honda will determine the basic specifications of the battery cells, with an aim to begin applying its all-solid-state batteries to the electrified models introduced to market in the second half of the 2020s.
Honda built the demonstration line to replicate the processes required for mass production. It has a total floor area of approximately 27,400 m2 (295,000 ft2) and is equipped with facilities and equipment that enable verification of each production process. This includes weighing and mixing of electrode materials, coating and roll pressing of electrode assembly and the formation of cells, and assembly of the module.
The construction of the facility was completed in the spring, with almost all key equipment necessary for verification now installed. Honda is planning to begin battery production on this demonstration line in January 2025 and will conduct verification of mass production technologies and costs for each process, while also developing battery cell specifications.
By increasing cost competitiveness of its all-solid-state batteries through the adoption of a highly efficient production process and by expanding application of the batteries to a wide range of Honda mobility products, including automobiles, motorcycles and aircraft, Honda aims to further reduce battery costs via economies of scale and expand the joy of mobility.
Roll-pressing process
Cell assembly process
Keiji Otsu, President and Representative Director of Honda R&D Co., Ltd.: “The all-solid-state battery is an innovative technology that will be a game changer in this EV era. Replacing engines that have been supporting the advancements of automobiles to date, batteries will be the key factor of electrification. We believe that advancement of batteries will be a driving force in the transformation of Honda.
“Now, the start of operation of our demonstration production line for our all-solid-state batteries is in sight, and we can say that we have reached an important milestone for Honda and the country of Japan. We will continue taking on challenges to launch our mobility products equipped with our all-solid-state batteries as quickly as possible so that Honda can offer new value to our customers.”
For more technical information, visit: https://global.honda/en/newsroom/news/2024/c241121eng.html
About the demonstration production line for all-solid-state batteries
Location
Sakura City, Tochigi Prefecture, Japan
Lot size
Approximately 12,900 m2 (139,000 ft2)
Total floor area
Approximately 27,400 m2 (295,000 ft2)
Investment amount
Approximately 43 billion yen
Note: This demonstration line is partially funded by a grant from the Green Innovation Fund of the New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization (NEDO) of Japan.
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Two Honda 0 Series Prototype Models to Premiere at CES 2025
https://hondanews.eu/eu/en/cars/media/pressreleases/525276/two-honda-0-series-prototype-models-to-premiere-at-ces-2025
Honda will present the world premiere of two Honda 0 Series prototype models at CES 2025 ahead of their introduction to the global market starting in 2026.
The company will also introduce the original vehicle operating system (OS) it plans to adopt for its Honda 0 Series models during the event, which will be held from 7-10 January in Las Vegas.
Honda premiered the Honda 0 Series and its ‘Thin, Light and Wise’ development approach at CES earlier this year. At the next edition, it will hold a press conference on January 7 with a focus on the “Wise” value of these upcoming models.
Alongside the introduction of the original vehicle OS, the company will also focus on the automated driving technologies to be installed on the Honda 0 Series and provide an overview of the System on Chip (SoC) that will support these models as Software Defined Vehicles (SDV).
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<About the Honda press conference at CES 2025＞
Date/Time: Tuesday, January 7, 2025, 10:30 am – 11:00 am (local time)
[Tuesday, January 7, 2025, 7:30 pm – 8:00 pm (CET)]
[Tuesday, January 7, 2025, 6:30 pm – 7:00 pm (UK)]
Venue: Honda booth (West Hall, booth #4640) at Las Vegas Convention Center
Livestreaming (URL): https://youtube.com/live/3M87dqNbY3U
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Honda Presents World Premiere of Honda 0 Saloon and Honda 0 SUV Prototypes at CES 2025 – alongside ASIMO OS, a Honda Original Vehicle Operating System
https://hondanews.eu/eu/en/cars/media/pressreleases/525391/honda-presents-world-premiere-of-honda-0-saloon-and-honda-0-suv-prototypes-at-ces-2025-alongside-asi
Honda presented the world premiere of two prototype Honda 0 Series models, Honda 0 Saloon and Honda 0 SUV.
Honda introduced its original vehicle operating system (OS), the ASIMO OS, which will be installed to Honda 0 Series models.
Honda will rapidly expand global application of its Level 3 automated driving (eyes-off function) through the Honda 0 Series, striving to become the world’s first automaker to enable eyes-off driving in all driving situations to open up new possibilities for mobility.
Honda and Renesas Electronics Corporation announced that they have signed an agreement to develop a high-performance system-on-chip (SoC) for the next-generation Honda 0 Series models it will launch in the late 2020s.
LAS VEGAS, Nevada, USA, January 7, 2025 – Honda today presented the world premiere of two prototype models at CES 2025 – Honda 0 Saloon and Honda 0 SUV – representing two Honda 0 Series models to be introduced to global markets from 2026. The company also introduced its original vehicle operating system (OS), the ASIMO OS, to be applied to its global EV series.
■ Honda 0 Saloon
By further advancing the concept model introduced last year at CES 2024, the Honda 0 Saloon prototype was developed in preparation for a market launch in 2026. While maintaining the exact styling design of the concept model, the prototype features both the low height and sporty styling that sets the Saloon apart from other EVs, and an interior space that is more spacious than people would expect based on the exterior dimensions.
The Honda 0 Saloon, the flagship model of the Honda 0 Series, will be based on the newly developed dedicated EV architecture and will feature a number of next-generation technologies that embody the “Thin, Light and Wise” development approach.
At CES 2025, Honda is focusing on introducing certain technologies and features that contribute to the “Wise” value of the Honda 0 Saloon. This includes the highly reliable Level 3 automated driving technology, which Honda put into practical use for the first time in the world, as well as “ultra-personal optimization” that will offer a mobility experience customized for each individual user, which will become possible with the ASIMO OS.
The production model of the Honda 0 Saloon is scheduled to be introduced first in the North American market in 2026, then in global markets, including Japan and Europe.
■ Honda 0 SUV
Based on the Space-Hub concept model unveiled at CES 2024, proposing the new value of EVs as a “space” for people that Honda will offer with its future EV models, the company has now presented the prototype of a mid-size EV SUV – which will be the first Honda 0 Series model. By applying the “Thin, Light, and Wise” approach to an SUV, the interior space was further increased, and a spacious cabin was achieved with an outstandingly clear and unrestricted field of view with great flexibility.
Alongside the wide variety of next-generation technologies, the Honda 0 SUV will apply high-precision attitude estimation and stabilization control. This is based on 3D gyro sensors, technology Honda has amassed through the development of its original robotics technologies, to enable dynamics at the will of the driver on various road surfaces.
The production model of the Honda 0 SUV is scheduled to be introduced first in North American market in the first half of 2026, then in global markets, including Japan and Europe.
■ ASIMO OS
Honda 0 Series models will be equipped with the ASIMO OS, an original vehicle OS developed by Honda, which will be the core technology to achieve the ‘Wise’ value of the global EV series.
ASIMO was a humanoid robot capable of autonomous walking, developed as part of Honda fundamental technology research with the aim of helping people while coexisting with those in society. Honda began robotics research and development in 1986, and introduced ASIMO in 2000, becoming an icon in the field of robotics from the 2000s through 2010s and loved by people all over the world.
Even after concluding development of ASIMO, Honda has been further advancing its robotics technologies, including those that recognize external environments and autonomous behavior control enabling ASIMO to understand the intentions of people around it. By combining such robotics technologies with advanced intelligence technologies for the Honda 0 Series, the company strives to offer a unique value for software defined vehicles (SDVs).
As a software platform, ASIMO OS will apply integrated control of electronic control units (ECUs) for vehicle systems such as automated driving / advanced driver assistance systems (AD/ADAS) and the in-vehicle infotainment (IVI) system.
By constantly updating the in-vehicle software through over the air (OTA) updates even after the purchase of the vehicle, functions and services will be continuously advanced in accordance with the preferences and needs of each user. The functions and services subject to constant updates include those which enhance the value of “space” and the digital UX, that ensures a fun and comfortable mobility experience. Also, integrated control of dynamics unique to Honda, that determines the joy of driving, enabling the driver to feel at one with the vehicle.
■ Automated driving (AD) technology
In 2021, Honda became the world’s first automaker to put Level 3 automated driving equipment into practical use with the launch of the all-new Legend equipped with Honda SENSING Elite, which qualified for Level 3 automated driving (eyes-off), and conditional driving automation in limited areas.
Honda developed Honda SENSING Elite to put this AD technology into practical use by anticipating all driving conditions and scenarios based on the premise that, in addition to reducing the number of traffic collisions in society, Honda AD must completely eliminate traffic accidents that people think a “human driver could avoid.”
Honda believes that the widespread use of eyes-off technology will lead toward the realization of zero traffic collision fatalities in the future. Based on this belief, Honda will strive to offer affordable automated driving vehicles to more customers around the world through the Honda 0 Series.
To this end, Honda has applied an original Honda AI technology that combines the unsupervised learning*1 technology of Helm.ai and the behavior models of experienced drivers, which enable AI to learn with smaller amounts of data, and efficiently expand the range of situations where automated driving and driver assistance can be available.
In addition, Honda will apply its original cooperative AI developed through research into people and mobility to further improve the precision of cooperative behavior, such as yielding the right of way to others on the road, which is difficult even for a human driver. By applying these advanced technologies, Honda will realize a highly reliable driver assistance system that can respond quickly and appropriately to unexpected situations, such as an animal darting into the lane or an object falling onto the road.
Honda 0 Series models will be equipped with a system that enables the expansion of the range of driving conditions where driver assistance and Level 3 automated driving will be available. This expansion will start with eyes-off technology available in traffic congestion on highways, and will continue through OTA updates.
With Level 3 automated driving, the vehicle will be in charge of driving, which will enable a human driver to perform a “second task” while en route to their destination, whether watching a movie or remotely joining a meeting. Honda will further advance its technologies and become the first automaker to expand the application of eyes-off functions to all driving situations, opening up new possibilities for mobility.
■ Development of SoC dedicated to Honda 0 Series
Honda and Renesas Electronics Corporation (Renesas) have announced an agreement to develop a high-performance system-on-chip (SoC) to realize the future SDVs the company aims to achieve with Honda 0 Series models.
For next generation models, which will be launched in the late 2020s, Honda will adopt a centralized E&E architecture that combines multiple ECUs, responsible for controlling vehicle systems, into a single, core ECU. This will serve as the heart of the SDV and manage various vehicle systems, such as AD/ADAS, powertrain control, and comfort features. To achieve this, the ECU requires a SoC that provides higher processing performance than traditional systems, while minimizing any increase in power consumption.
To fulfill such requirements, Honda and Renesas will realize a system that utilizes multi-die chiplet technology*2 to combine the Renesas generic fifth generation (Gen 5) R-Car X5 SoC series with an AI accelerator optimized for AI software developed independently by Honda. With this combination, the two companies aim to develop a system that achieves one of the industry’s top class AI performances of 2,000 TOPS*3 (Sparse) with 20 TOPS/W power efficiency.
*1 Unsupervised learning is one of the methods of machine learning, which supports AI. Unlike supervised learning through which AI learns the correct answers to derive from labeled input data, unsupervised learning lets AI learn without being provided with the correct answers and derives the patterns and unique characteristics of the unlabeled data on its own.
*2 Technology to build a system by combining multiple chips (dies) with different functions
*3 Tera Operations Per Second (TOPS) is a metric of AI processing performance and measures the number of operations that can be performed per second. Based on a sparse AI model.
Honda press conference at CES 2025 (livestreaming/archive)
https://youtube.com/live/3M87dqNbY3U
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HONDA CELEBRATES 25 YEARS OF HYBRID AT 2025 BRUSSELS MOTOR SHOW
https://hondanews.eu/eu/en/cars/media/pressreleases/525373/honda-celebrates-25-years-of-hybrid-at-2025-brussels-motor-show
Honda will showcase its fully electrified mainstream model line-up alongside the Civic Type R at the 101st Brussels Motor Show from 10-19 January
● The company will also celebrate 25 years of hybrid excellence with the public debut of its ‘Silver Civic’
● Premiering the new 2025 Honda HR-V e:HEV Full Hybrid, now on display in showrooms
● Hans de Jaeger, Senior Vice President, Honda Motor Europe will be on the stand between 13:00 – 16:00 on Friday 10 January 2025
January 02, 2025 – Honda will showcase its full automobile line-up at the 101st Brussels Motor Show from 10-19 January, alongside a first public appearance for the ‘Silver Civic’, created last year to celebrate 25 years since the brand launched Europe’s first ever hybrid model.
This will mark Honda’s first time exhibiting at the show since 2022, where it will exhibit its fully electrified mainstream model range, including the all-electric e:Ny1, alongside the hybrid Jazz e:HEV, Civic e:HEV, and ZR-V e:HEV, plus both the CR-V e:HEV and CR-V e:PHEV. Attendees will also be able to see the new 2025 HR-V e:HEV alongside the Civic Type R, which has captivated drivers for six generations with its perfect blend of exceptional handling, precision engineering, and cutting-edge technology.
With the full hybrid range in attendance, Brussels Motor Show is a great opportunity to celebrate Honda’s hybrid silver jubilee with the one-of-a-kind Civic e:HEV sprayed in the world’s most silver paint. Coated in a specially made batch of unique silver paint created by renowned artist and colour champion, Stuart Semple, it was created using 64% real silver flakes and pigments blended in an acrylic suspension.
Honda is now in its fourth decade of producing hybrid vehicles, having introduced the first petrol-electric hybrid car to Europe with its revolutionary Insight in 1999. Driven by a sense of responsibility to advance vehicle efficiency for societal benefit and for technical innovation, whilst also continuing to deliver the “joy of driving” to its customers, Honda has always been at the forefront of hybrid technology.
Hans De Jaeger, Senior Vice President, Honda Motor Europe said “Honda’s engineers have spent the last 25 years perfecting the hybrid powertrain and our current model offering demonstrates our leadership in this area. And we are not stopping there, as we continue to build on our heritage with the iconic hybrid Prelude e:HEV nameplate, which will return to Europe in early 2026 following a positive response across Europe. Not only is Brussels Motor Show a chance for us to celebrate our fully electrified mainstream automobile range, it will also come hot on the heels of the latest news regarding the Honda 0 Series at CES 2025, where we plan to further showcase that Honda’s switch to an all-electric future is advancing.”
Kathryn Jaworski, Head of Automobiles, Honda Benelux said “We are thrilled to present our lineup at the 2025 Brussels Motor Show. This event is not only a chance to showcase our range of cars, including the latest HR-V e:HEV, but also to celebrate our rich history in hybrid technology with the silver anniversary Civic e:HEV. We are excited to welcome visitors to our stand throughout the show.”
Hans de Jaeger, Senior Vice President at Honda Motor Europe will be at the booth from 13:00 to 16:00 on Friday 10 January 2025 to meet with media. Attendees can drop by or register their interest with amy.lay@honda-eu.com.
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