Sony and Honda will start deliver their first electric vehicle in 2026

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Sony and Honda have announced a joint venture for electric vehicles. Named Sony Honda Mobility Inc. (SHM), the company will start accepting pre-orders for the first electric vehicle model in the first half of 2025 and start deliveries in the United States by the spring of 2026.

At the announcement event, the company didn't reveal any details regarding the upcoming vehicle, neither pricing nor its battery technology and range. However, it mentioned that the vehicles would focus on online sales, like Tesla, and the first model will have a "somewhat high price range." Honda will manufacture their first model at its facility in North America, while Sony will develop the vehicle's software system and sensors. It's also said that SHM aims to develop a Level 3 autonomous driving system, which can eventually drive itself in certain conditions.

Besides that, Reuters reports that Sony's software system will offer a monthly subscription for entertainment and other services, which provides SMH with recurring revenue. Sony also plans to venture into new types of in-vehicle entertainment, and metaverse is in consideration. CEO Yasuhide Mizuno stated that the joint company is "speedily" developing the first vehicle. The company can't miss taking pre-orders in 2025, as the year is believed to be a turning point for the electrification of vehicles.

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