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Sony Group and Honda Motor are collaborating to integrate artificial intelligence (AI) into the development of autonomous driving features for their joint electric vehicle (EV) venture, Honda Mobility. Their luxury EV brand, Afeela, will debut in Japan and the U.S. by 2026, featuring AI-driven autonomous capabilities.

The AI in these vehicles will continuously improve self-driving functionality through software updates, potentially once or twice a year. The initial AI systems are expected to support Level 3 autonomy, allowing for autonomous driving on highways and under specific conditions. This level of autonomy means the car can handle driving tasks while still requiring human intervention in certain scenarios.

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Dongfeng Honda Automobile Co., Ltd. (Dongfeng Honda) baru sahaja melancarkan kilang pengeluaran kenderaan tenaga baharu (NEV) di Wuhan, Wilayah Hubei, China, yang merupakan kilang pengeluaran EV khusus pertama Honda di seluruh dunia. Ini menandakan satu langkah besar dalam strategi Honda untuk memperkukuhkan kapasiti pengeluaran kenderaan elektriknya.

Kilang ini menggunakan teknologi automasi yang canggih dalam proses pengeluaran, dengan penekanan kepada kecekapan masa nyata dan kelestarian alam sekitar. Susun atur kilang ini dirancang untuk mengurangkan penggunaan tenaga, termasuk memanfaatkan tenaga haba yang dijana semasa proses pengeluaran untuk pemanasan. Selain itu, kilang ini dilengkapi dengan teknologi pemantauan tenaga masa nyata untuk meminimumkan pembaziran.

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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.

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Honda sedang bergerak pantas untuk menyaingi pesaingnya dalam dunia kenderaan elektrik (EV) dengan memperkenalkan rangkaian EV Siri 0 yang inovatif. Walaupun syarikat ini mungkin sedikit ketinggalan dalam perlumbaan EV sebelum ini, mereka kini bersedia untuk menarik perhatian dengan pendekatan baharu yang menggabungkan elemen nostalgia kenderaan enjin pembakaran dalaman (ICE) klasik dengan teknologi EV moden.

Satu ciri menarik dalam EV Siri 0 ini ialah bunyi tiruan dan getaran yang direka untuk meniru pengalaman pemanduan kereta berkuasa petrol. Honda memahami bahawa motor elektrik tidak mempunyai variasi bunyi atau personaliti yang ketara, tidak seperti enjin empat silinder atau V10 dalam kenderaan ICE. Untuk menangani kekurangan ini, Honda sedang membangunkan penyelesaian perisian yang akan memberikan setiap EV mereka “personaliti unik”, membantu mereka menonjol dalam pasaran EV yang semakin sesak.

Antara inovasi menarik ialah kemampuan EV ini meniru profil bunyi kereta legenda Honda, seperti S2000, Civic Type R, NSX Type S, dan NSX-R asal. Prototaip yang sedang diuji juga meniru bunyi unik daripada Honda Jet, dan Honda sedang membangunkan dua lagi profil bunyi untuk kereta klasik Honda CRX serta kereta Formula 1 mereka. Bukan sekadar bunyi, tetapi getaran di tempat duduk pemandu juga akan disesuaikan untuk meniru sensasi fizikal ketika memandu model-model bersejarah ini. Ini memberikan pengalaman yang lebih imersif dan mendalam kepada pemandu.

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Honda may be trailing some of its rivals in the electric vehicle (EV) space, but it is catching up quickly with the development of its all-new 0 Series range of battery-electric vehicles. This upcoming lineup will be heavily influenced by the Honda Saloon concept, which debuted earlier this year and will include innovative features designed to mimic the driving experience of traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles. One of the standout characteristics of these EVs will be artificial sounds and vibrations that replicate the sensation of driving a petrol-powered car.

In the evolving EV market, where differentiation is becoming more challenging due to the nature of electric powertrains, software is playing a critical role. Unlike the clear distinctions that once existed between a four-cylinder engine and a V10, electric motors are far more uniform in their characteristics. To address this, Honda is developing software solutions that will give their EVs unique personalities, helping them stand out in a crowded market.

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Honda kini sedang meneroka cara inovatif untuk mengekalkan keunikan pengalaman transmisi manual yang terkenal, walaupun syarikat itu beralih ke arah kenderaan elektrik (EV). Dalam satu acara teknologi baru-baru ini, yang mempamerkan “Siri 0” EV masa depan Honda, seorang jurutera mengesahkan bahawa mereka telah membangunkan transmisi manual sintetik untuk EV, lengkap dengan pedal klac. Ini merupakan langkah menarik untuk terus menawarkan pengalaman pemanduan yang disukai oleh peminat, terutama bagi mereka yang meminati transmisi manual.

Pembangunan ini menandakan perubahan ketara dari pandangan sebelumnya Ketua Pegawai Eksekutif Honda, Toshihiro Mibe, yang pada tahun 2022 meragui kemampuan transmisi manual simulasi untuk menggantikan versi tradisional. Namun, Shinji Aoyama, yang memimpin elektrifikasi di Honda, menjelaskan bahawa walaupun cabaran mekanikal wujud, mencipta manual buatan mungkin dilakukan melalui sistem yang menyerupai kawalan bunyi aktif.

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Honda is exploring innovative ways to retain its celebrated manual transmission experience even as it transitions to electric vehicles (EVs). At a recent tech event showcasing its future “0 Series” of EVs, a Honda engineer confirmed that the company has developed a synthetic manual transmission for EVs, complete with a clutch pedal, according to The Drive. This represents an intriguing approach to preserving the driving dynamics that have made Honda a favourite among enthusiasts, particularly for its manual transmissions.

The development of this synthetic manual system marks a shift from previous scepticism expressed by Honda’s CEO, Toshihiro Mibe, who in 2022 doubted whether a simulated manual could replace traditional ones. However, Honda’s electrification lead, Shinji Aoyama, suggested that while mechanically challenging, creating an artificial manual transmission is possible, potentially through a system resembling active sound control.

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Honda Malaysia telah melancarkan varian Edisi Khas bagi dua model popular mereka, City dan WR-V, masing-masing terhad kepada 99 unit sahaja, bertujuan menarik minat peminat kereta tempatan dengan penambahbaikan eksklusif dan sporty.

City V Edisi Khas

Edisi Khas City V menampilkan rupa sporty yang diperbaharui dengan tambahan seperti Spoiler Depan, Sisi, dan Belakang, serta lambang Edisi Khas. Selain itu, ia dilengkapi dengan Perakam Video Digital (DVR), Lampu Kaki, Hiasan Langkah Sisi, dan Trunk Tray. Ciri-ciri ini melengkapi varian City V yang sedia ada dengan:

  • Lapan pembesar suara
  • Tempat duduk belakang 60:40
  • Ruang kargo 519 liter
  • Enam beg udara
  • Sistem Honda SENSING dengan lapan ciri keselamatan
  • Walk Away Auto Lock

City telah menjadi model yang popular di Malaysia sejak diperkenalkan pada 2001, dengan lebih 450,000 unit terjual sehingga kini. Generasi kelima facelift yang dilancarkan pada Ogos 2023 telah mencapai lebih daripada 26,200 unit jualan.

WR-V RS Edisi Khas

WR-V RS Edisi Khas pula menarik perhatian dengan tambahan seperti Spoiler Bawah Depan, Tepi dan Belakang, lambang Edisi Khas, DVR hadapan, Finisher Paip Ekzos, Penutup Lining Panel Belakang, dan Hiasan Step Belakang. Model ini dirancang untuk memenuhi keperluan mereka yang mencari SUV kecil yang serba boleh dengan sentuhan eksklusiviti. WR-V RS juga dilengkapi dengan sistem keselamatan Honda SENSING dan telah memperoleh penarafan lima bintang daripada ASEAN NCAP.

Sejak dilancarkan, lebih 13,400 unit WR-V telah dijual di Malaysia, dengan varian RS menjadi yang paling popular, menyumbang 53% daripada jumlah jualan.

Harga dan Ketersediaan
  • City V Edisi Khas: RM94,900 dengan tambahan surcaj RM300 untuk warna Platinum White Pearl.
  • WR-V RS Edisi Khas: RM107,900 dalam warna Stellar Diamond Pearl.

Kedua-dua model ini mengekalkan harga yang sama seperti varian biasa mereka, menjadikannya pilihan yang berbaloi dengan ciri tambahan yang eksklusif. WR-V RS Edisi Khas akan tersedia di bilik pameran Honda mulai 12 September 2024, manakala City V Edisi Khas akan tiba pada akhir September 2024.

Pelanggan yang berminat boleh mengunjungi pengedar Honda sah atau menghubungi Honda Malaysia untuk maklumat lanjut dan tempahan.

Honda Malaysia has introduced Special Edition variants of two of its most popular models, the City and WR-V, each limited to just 99 units. These exclusive models are designed to create excitement in their respective segments and offer unique enhancements to further captivate Malaysian car enthusiasts.

City V Special Edition

The City V Special Edition brings a refreshed exterior with sporty enhancements, including Front, Side, and Rear Under Spoilers, along with a Special Edition emblem. For added convenience and style, it includes a front Honda Digital Video Recorder (DVR), Foot Light, Side Step Garnishes, and a Trunk Tray. These features build upon the already well-equipped City V variant, which includes:

  • Eight speakers
  • 60:40 Split Rear Seat
  • 519 litres of cargo space
  • Six airbags
  • Advanced Honda SENSING with eight safety features
  • Walk Away Auto Lock

The City has enjoyed widespread popularity in Malaysia since its 2001 debut, with over 450,000 units sold to date. The current fifth-generation facelifted model, introduced in August 2023, has sold more than 26,200 units.

WR-V RS Special Edition

The WR-V RS Special Edition is designed to appeal to those seeking a versatile small SUV with added exclusivity. It features Front, Side, and Rear Under Spoilers, a Special Edition emblem, a front DVR, an Exhaust Pipe Finisher, a Rear Panel Lining Cover, and Rear Step Garnishes. These upgrades enhance the WR-V RS’s appearance and value, making it a standout in the small SUV segment.

Since its launch, more than 13,400 units of the WR-V have been sold in Malaysia, with the RS variant being the most popular, accounting for 53% of total sales. The WR-V RS is equipped with Honda SENSING and earned a five-star rating from ASEAN NCAP.

Pricing and Availability

  • City V Special Edition: Priced at RM94,900 with an additional RM300 surcharge for the Platinum White Pearl colour.
  • WR-V RS Special Edition: Priced at RM107,900 in Stellar Diamond Pearl.

Both models maintain the same pricing as their regular variants, offering excellent value with exclusive features. The WR-V RS Special Edition will be available for viewing at Honda dealerships starting 12 September 2024, followed by the City V Special Edition at the end of September 2024.

Interested customers can visit Honda authorised dealerships or contact Honda Malaysia for more details or to secure their units.

Honda Malaysia has introduced special edition models for the popular Honda WRV as well as the Honda City.

The Honda WRV, a small, versatile SUV that has been quite popular among Malaysians with over 13,400 units sold, now comes with aesthetic upgrades that will appeal to those looking to distinguish themselves from the rest of the WRV crowd.

The new WRV offers a touch of exclusivity with new exterior upgrades such as a new front, side and rear skirtings, or under spoilers as some call it. Further distinguishing the special edition model from the rest of the pack is a chrome exhaust pipe finisher, or exhaust tip.

You also get something Honda calls a rear panel lining cover, or otherwise known as anti-scratch boot sill. This is particularly useful to avoid scratching the boot liner when storing and removing items.

And to avoid unnecessary spending, the special edition WRV also gets a Digital Video Recorder (dash cam), as standard. Just so that everyone knows that you are driving something unique, the WRV also comes with a Special Edition emblem on the boot lid.

Everything else remains the same. You still get a versatile interior that can accommodate active lifestyles with foldable seats, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, as well as safety systems that include eight systems that make up the Honda Sensing safety suite.

The special edition Honda City on the other hand (not available for photos as of publishing) also gets a refreshed exterior with new front, side and rear skirts. You also get a Special Edition emblem that is also placed on the boot lid.

Inside, the new City offers a Honda Digital Video Recorder, foot lights that light up the foot wells, side step garnishes and a trunk tray for added convenience.

These updates are limited to the Honda City V variant only and the car has other notable features such as an eight speaker sound system, 60:40 split rear seats, 519 litres of boot space, six airbags, Honda Sensing suite with eight safety features, and walk away auto lock.

The Honda City Special Edition is available at RM94,900 but if you opt for the Platinum White Pearl Colour, that will set you back an additional RM300.

The Honda WRV Special Edition on the other hand is priced at RM107,900, and is available in Stellar Diamond Pearl colour only.

Honda Malaysia will showcase the WRV special edition models at its dealerships starting today (12 September, 2024), while the City special edition will be available for viewing at the of September, 2024.

For inquiries, you can call Honda Malaysia’s toll-free number at 1800-8-2020 or log on to www.honda.com.my.

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