Future Honda hybrids sold in the US will use the automaker’s new two-motor driveline introduced with the 2014 Accord range.
Honda also said sales of the Insight would end by the end of 2014 with production halting mid-year. Earlier reports had said production for some markets ended in February. US sales of the model plunged 18% to 4,802 last year.
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“Keyed to the continued rollout of a new lineup of Earth Dreams Technology engines, transmissions and electro-motive technologies, the strategy will be executed over the next three to four years,” Honda’s US unit said.
“Honda’s hybrid product direction in the US will move forward with greater focus on expanded application of the innovative two-motor hybrid system.”
The two-motor system was introduced with the 2014 Accord plug-in hybrid.
“No manufacturer has more experience with electromotive technologies than Honda and we are committed to applying our expertise to a wide range of products in the coming years,” said Michael Accavitti, senior vice president of auto operations at American Honda. “Our hybrid vehicle strategy will focus on new models aimed at delivering the class-leading fuel economy and performance our customers’ desire in segments that represent significant growth opportunities.”
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By GlobalDataThe Insight was introduced to the US in spring 2009.
