Honda’s new Zero EV platform is coming out soon. We test drove a prototype in Japan to see how the company’s efforts to slim down batteries and motors are progressing.

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Honda introduced its new electrified platform, the Honda Zero, which will underpin seven models by 2030, with the first vehicle debuting in CES 2025. During a brief drive of the prototype, Honda highlighted the platform's lightweight design and innovative technology, including new compact inverters and motors. However, details about the power output, range, and battery life remain scarce. The company is using advanced production techniques to reduce component weight and enhance vehicle performance. Future models will feature advanced UX software, AI, facial recognition, and Level 3 automated driving systems.

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