Honda has outsourced part of its vehicle platform development to India's Tata Technologies, it has emerged. The scope covers certain vehicle models, including HVs, while vehicles for North America are currently excluded.
Honda has outsourced vehicle platform development to Tata Technologies, a subsidiary of India's major Tata Group conglomerate. The move is believed to be aimed at reducing development costs.
The platforms covered are expected to support certain vehicle models, including hybrid vehicles, while platform development for North America is reportedly not included at this time.
The move appears to be Honda's first partnership with an Indian company on vehicle platform development and could form part of a development structure targeting sales in Asia and other markets.
The situation is drawing attention as the market awaits further information and follow-up reports.