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Honda's EV Push Fails, Trump's Policies Blamed
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Hondas first-ever annual loss, a staggering $2.7 billion, was primarily due to their ambitious electric vehicle (EV) initiatives, which were severely impacted by President Trumps pro-U.S. policies. These policies slowed down the green shift, leading to estimated losses of $16 billion across the last and current fiscal years. Despite scrapping several models and realizing markets werent ready for a rapid EV transition, Honda managed to boost motorcycle sales by 22.1 million units worldwide, contributing to a slight 0.5% increase in overall revenue. Looking ahead, Honda predicts a return to profit by March 2027, with CEO Toshihiro Mibe focusing on hybrids, gas engines, and fresh battery tech to achieve carbon neutrality.
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