Honda will build an electric vehicle in the United States and sell it for less than US$30,000 in response to the US government's import tariffs. The news was reported by Japanese financial outlet Nikkei which reported Honda’s plan to manufacture a small electric vehicle in Ohio.

According to Nikkei, Honda plans to launch a smaller EV priced under $30,000 in the US as early as 2026. It will be made locally, starting with the batteries, to cut costs. The new EV is expected to be the entry-level model for its upcoming Honda 0 Series. It will be a cornerstone for Honda’s global expansion.

After CES, we had the chance to visit Honda’s North American headquarters in Los Angeles for a closer look at the show cars. Inside the studio, we explored their cabins and lear