Honda Motor announced this week that it will relocate production of its Civic Hybrid hatchback from Japan to the United States. This decision follows a period of increased tariffs imposed by the Trump administration. These tariffs include a 25% levy on imports from Canada and Mexico, as well as potential 25% auto tariffs.
A spokesperson for American Honda Motor Co. confirmed that the Civic Hatchback Hybrid is currently being produced in both Indiana and Japan. However, production will be consolidated in Indiana later this year.
The specific reasons for this production shift were not explicitly stated. Another spokesperson indicated that the decision aligns with the company's long-standing policy of manufacturing vehicles in locations where demand is highest.
The Honda hybrid hatchback is a semi-electric variant of the popular Honda Civic, a leading small car in the United States.
According to industry reports, over two-thirds of Honda and Acura models sold in the U.S. are already manufactured domestically. The company has also denied any plans to move production of its Honda Civic Hybrid sedan, currently produced in Canada, to the U.S.
9 Comments
Marishka
A good decision by Honda to consolidate production where the market is. Makes perfect business sense.
Pupsik
This is a smart move by Honda to adapt to the changing trade landscape. Supporting local industry is key.
Marishka
More 'Made in America' is always a win-win. Keeps money circulating here, supports local jobs.
Pupsik
Hopefully, this paves the way for more hybrid production and accelerates the move towards greener vehicles.
Marishka
This protects the company, and gives them agility. Smart move.
Raphael
Losing Japanese manufacturing jobs is a blow. This will affect the economy there, and their skills.
Michelangelo
Good to see a company responding to pressures. That 25% levy is real.
Donatello
This could lead to over-reliance on US market and less innovation. Honda has always been a global company.
Leonardo
This will improve the quality of the product, by keeping the quality of American production and labor.