Honda Invests Over $1 Billion in Ohio to Launch Flexible EV Production Lines
New car carriers were installed at the Marysville Auto Plant (MAP) in Ohio, to handle the weight of heavier EV models that will be produced on the same line with ICE and hybrid models at the company’s Honda EV Hub. Honda also added new people movers on the line which improves ergonomics and reduces fatigue for associates performing their processes. Courtesy of Honda Marysville
MARYSVILLE, OH—Honda is investing over $1 billion to transform its Ohio manufacturing plants into the "Honda EV Hub," enabling the production of internal combustion engine (ICE), hybrid, and electric vehicles (EVs) on the same assembly lines. The first EV to be produced at the hub will be the all-new Acura RSX SUV in late 2025, followed by models based on the Honda 0 Saloon and Honda 0 SUV prototypes unveiled at CES 2025.
The initiative aligns with Honda’s goal of achieving 100% zero-emission vehicle sales by 2040. A separate $3.5 billion joint venture with LG Energy Solution will establish a battery plant in Ohio, with production starting in late 2025. Honda is also incorporating its new ASIMO OS into the Honda 0 Series models.
As part of its "Triple Action to Zero" sustainability plan, Honda is implementing environmentally friendly manufacturing processes, including high-efficiency melt furnaces, renewable energy usage, and material recycling efforts. The EV Hub will also serve as a knowledge base for EV production advancements to be shared across Honda’s global operations.
Key upgrades include:
- Marysville Auto Plant (MAP): Consolidation of production lines to accommodate EV assembly, a new EV battery pack assembly area, and reconfigured welding operations.
- Anna Engine Plant (AEP): Installation of high-pressure die casting machines for EV battery cases, use of friction stir welding for efficiency, and photogrammetry for quality control.
- East Liberty Auto Plant (ELP): New paint and quality inspection facilities, strengthened assembly infrastructure for heavier EVs, and an updated battery pack installation process.
Honda has been manufacturing in Ohio for over 40 years and continues to modernize its facilities with this major investment, reinforcing its commitment to flexible, sustainable, and human-friendly production.
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