According to the Japanese company, they rely on General Motors for their first two all-electric Honda and Acura models, which are built on GM's Ultium platform and will be manufactured at GM's plants.
"Maybe 2025 or 2026 timing," Kaihara notes. "For ZDX... we clearly depend on GM. So once they do [switch to North American Charging Standard], it will follow for ZDX after that."
GM has also committed to transitioning to the CCS1-to-NACS switch, beginning in 2025. This indicates a strong possibility that Honda/Acura will be prepared for NACS by 2025 or 2026. However, initially, the first BEVs, such as the Honda Prologue and the recently unveiled Acura ZDX, will come equipped with the Combined Charging System (CCS1).
2024 Acura ZDX
Honda is actively developing its own platform for future all-electric models, building upon the success of the first two Ultium-based BEVs. Specifically for North America, these BEVs will offer seamless support for NACS right from the beginning.
Meanwhile, Honda, along with several other OEMs such as BMW Group, General Motors, Hyundai, Kia, Mercedes-Benz, and Stellantis, is set to establish a new joint venture fast charging network in North America. The primary objective is to ensure the network's security, reliability, and accessibility, while also enhancing the overall writing quality for improved readability and eloquence.
Source: Motor1
