'Honda to Launch All Electric Vehicle by 2015'

Honda to Launch All Electric Vehicle by 2015

09/04/09 08:43

Rumors recently spread over the internet that Japanese automaker Honda is readying its technology for making an all-electric vehicle to be sold in the United States by 2015. Honda is known as one of the innovators of fuel-efficient cars but has not yet ventured on an all-EV model.

Honda will be shifting from gasoline, to hybrid, to pure battery power in order to meet upcoming zero-emission regulations in the US. The new regulations will most likely be adapted by other countries as well and moving some of its old and future vehicles to this category would be a wise decision for Honda.

The rumors spread after Nikkei business daily reported of Honda's plans. As a matter of fact, the report said Honda has already begun developments for its planned 2015 all electric vehicle, which will only be released in the United States. Perhaps if successful it will be released in other foreign markets as well.

The 2015 planned Honda all-EV is said to focus on the battery life and quality. It is also rumored that the vehicle will take the size of a minicar or a small hatchback and will have at least 100 miles per hour to give a good fight to supposed rivals, Nissan's Leaf and Chevrolet Volt.

Honda is also planning a hybrid version of the popular Fit. The hybrid Honda Fit is said to be scheduled for released in 2010. If the Honda Fit will undergo some changes and if Honda decides on powering it with an all-electric system, it will be the closest rival for Nissan's EV hatchback, the Leaf.

Honda, one of the leaders in developing fuel-efficient cars at the age increasing price of gas, is also focusing on its Insight model, a close rival of the more established Toyota Prius.

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