Honda is pivoting towards hybrids by reducing EV investment by $20 billion amidst a sales slowdown and regulatory changes.
CEO Toshihiro Mibe highlighted the necessity of the strategic shift due to a decline in EV sales and regulatory changes impacting the market.
The decision to focus on hybrids comes after the failed merger with Nissan, adding pressure on Honda to secure its future.
Honda aims to launch 13 new hybrid models globally from 2027, with the goal of selling 2.2 million hybrids annually by 2030 while still aiming for 100% zero-emission vehicle sales by 2040.