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Honda begins production of 2023 Honda CR-V Hybrid in North America

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Honda’s most popular SUV backs up its strong new looks with a more fun-to-drive personality, more confident and refined dynamics, and increased torque and capability. TMP-O is the lead plant for production of the new two-motor system in North America. Cumulatively, Honda has invested nearly $24.6

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Honda to invest $40B over 10 years in electrification and software; launching 30 EV models by 2030; > 2M units p.a.

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In a press briefing held in Tokyo on its initiatives in automobile electrification, Honda announced that it will spend approximately ¥5 trillion (US$40 billion) in the area of electrification and software technologies to further accelerate its electrification over the next 10 years, including both R&D expenses (¥3.5 trillion / US$12 billion).

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Honda and Google to collaborate on in-vehicle connected services

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Honda and Google have agreed to integrate Google’s in-vehicle connected service into an all-new model that will come to market in the second half of 2022 in North America. Honda and Google have been collaborating since 2015 with the broader automotive industry to introduce the Android platform to automobiles.

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Stellantis and LG Energy Solution to form JV for Li-ion battery production in N America; 40 GWh plant

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Stellantis and LG Energy Solution have entered into a memorandum of understanding to form a joint venture to produce battery cells and modules for North America. I want to warmly thank each person involved in this strategic project. —Carlos Tavares, CEO of Stellantis.

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EAA National Board nominations from across North America

Electric Auto Association

Meet the 17 members from across North America who have been nominated for the 2022 National Electric Auto Association (EAA) Board, and will be voted on by members in early November. Personally meeting Sandy Munro to exchange ideas of the future of BEVs. What type of leadership makes you thrive? Servant and fairness.

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EAA National Board nominations from across North America

Electric Auto Association

Meet the 17 members from across North America who have been nominated for the 2022 National Electric Auto Association (EAA) Board, and will be voted on by members in early November. Personally meeting Sandy Munro to exchange ideas of the future of BEVs. What type of leadership makes you thrive? Servant and fairness.

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Stellantis to invest more than €30B in electrification and software through 2025

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Stellantis brands include Abarth, Alfa Romeo, Chrysler, Citroën, Dodge, DS Automobiles, Fiat, Fiat Professional, Jeep, Lancia, Maserati, MOPAR, Opel, Peugeot, RAM, Vauxhall, Free2Move and Leasys. In Paris, Stellantis N.V. In the US, Stellantis’ LEV mix for passenger cars and light-duty trucks is expected to be more than 40% by 2030.