Japanese legacy automaker Honda has announced plans to join the growing number of brands adopting Tesla’s North American Charging Standard (NACS) in 2025.
This major charging tech shift would also cover its luxury brand Acura. In effect, both Honda and Acura models will soon gain access to Tesla’s vast and reliable Supercharger charging network.
How GM influenced Honda’s decision?
As EV-a2z previously reported, GM is among the earliest automakers to support Tesla NACS after Ford.
Notably, Honda currently relies on GM’s Ultium Platform for its North American EV offerings, such as the Prologue and Acura ZDX.
That said, the industry already expected the Japanese brand to follow in GM’s footsteps toward a new charging standard by 2025.
Finally, Honda executives have verified the anticipation in an exclusive interview with automotive publication Autoblog.
“It is quite important. We also have to push NACS, as well. It is clear.”
Noriya Kaihara, American Honda Motor Co. President and CEO
Honda’s VP also emphasized the company’s reliance on GM in the North American region. Therefore, it is natural for the company to pursue its plans related to their common ground, the Ultium platform.
“We clearly depend on GM. Once they [switch to NACS], this will follow for ZDX, as well.”
Shinji Aoyama, Honda Motor Co. Executive VP
Just like GM, Honda will integrate the Tesla NACS port in its next-gen EVs by 2025. However, its initial access to the Musk-led company’s Supercharger network via an adaptor remains unclear.
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Gaining access to Tesla’s industry-leading Supercharger network will undoubtedly aid Honda in attracting more customers to its brands. However, it must also be noted that Honda joined the other six automakers in establishing a charging network in North America to compete with Tesla Superchargers.
