Dongfeng Honda Automobile Co., Ltd. (Dongfeng Honda) celebrated the launch of its new energy vehicle (NEV) production plant in Wuhan City, Hubei Province, China, marking a significant milestone for both Honda and the electric vehicle (EV) industry. This facility is Honda’s first dedicated EV production plant globally, highlighting the company’s commitment to advancing its EV production capabilities.
The event was attended by notable figures, including officials from Wuhan City and Hubei Province, along with Toshihiro Mibe, Honda’s Global CEO, and Masayuki Igarashi, Managing Executive Officer of Honda for China operations.
The Wuhan plant features a highly automated production line, particularly in the assembly process, integrating real-time data from various operations to ensure efficiency. It also boasts several environmentally responsible initiatives, such as:
- Reducing overall energy consumption via an efficient daylighting layout.
- Using thermal energy generated during production for heating.
- Real-time monitoring of energy use to cut excess consumption.
One unique feature is the automation of parts logistics, making this the first Honda plant to completely eliminate logistics personnel in the stamping process.
This facility aligns with Honda’s long-term environmental goals, which include achieving carbon neutrality across all products and corporate activities by 2050. In China, Honda plans to launch 10 EV models by 2027, with ambitions to reach 100% EV sales by 2035. This includes the continued rollout of the e:N Series and the newly introduced Ye Series of next-generation EVs.
