# Honda Partners on General Motors’ Next Gen Battery Development

- Link: https://greenlivingguy.com/2018/07/honda-partners-on-general-motors-next-gen-battery-development/
- Published: 2018-07-30T21:18:09-04:00
- Author: greenlivingguy

## Introduction

In a groundbreaking move that promises to accelerate the electric vehicle revolution,
Honda and General Motors have joined forces to develop next-generation battery technology.
This strategic partnership, announced in July 2018, marks a significant milestone
in the automotive industry’s shift towards sustainable transportation solutions.

The collaboration between these two automotive giants aims to overcome one of the
biggest hurdles in electric vehicle adoption: battery performance and cost. By pooling
their resources and expertise, Honda and [GM](https://greenlivingguy.com/2019/11/gms-siding-with-trump-administration-reveals-a-lack-of-commitment-to-clean-efficient-vehicles/)
are poised to make substantial advancements in battery technology, potentially leading
to electric vehicles with longer ranges, shorter charging times, and more affordable
price tags.

This partnership not only highlights the growing importance of electric vehicles
in the automotive landscape but also demonstrates how traditional competitors are
willing to work together to address the challenges of a rapidly evolving industry.
As the world moves towards a greener future, collaborations like this will play 
a crucial [role in shaping the future of transportation](https://greenlivingguy.com/2023/01/evnoires-role-in-the-u-s-a-blueprint-for-ev-transportation/)
and reducing our carbon footprint.

### Context

Detroit and Tokyo —Firstly, General Motors Co. (NYSE: GM) and [Honda](https://greenlivingguy.com/2023/03/lg-honda-joint-venture-ev-battery-plant-ohio/)(
NYSE: HMC) announced an agreement for new advanced chemistry battery components.
This includes the cell and module to accelerate both companies’ plans for all-electric
vehicles.

Furthermore, the next-generation battery will also deliver higher energy density.
In addition, expect smaller packaging and faster-charging capabilities.  This will
also be for both companies’ future products.  Although they specified it’ll be mainly
for the North American market.

#### Conclusion

In conclusion and under the agreement, the companies will collaborate based on GM’s
next-generation battery system.  This, in addition, is with the intent for Honda
to source the battery modules from GM. As well, the collaboration will support each
company’s respective and distinct vehicles. Finally, the combined scale and global⌊
chevrolet spark ev General Motors and Honda better batteries⌉manufacturing efficiencies
will ultimately provide greater value to customers.

### Multi-Year Agreement

“This new, multiyear agreement with [Honda](https://greenlivingguy.com/2022/04/test-drive-results-honda-cr-v-hybrid-electric-suv/)
further demonstrates General Motors’ capability to innovate toward a profitable 
electric portfolio,” said Mark Reuss, General Motors Executive Vice President of
Global Product Development, Purchasing and Supply Chain. “GM’s decades of electrification
experience and [strategic](https://greenlivingguy.com/2018/06/copper%20the%20ideal%20metal%20for%20electric%20vehicles/)
EV investments, alongside Honda’s commitment to advancing mobility, will result 
in better solutions for our customers and progress on our zero emissions vision.”

“In addition to our ongoing joint [development](https://greenlivingguy.com/2011/11/rev-technologies-electric-vehicle-news/)
and production of fuel cells, this battery component collaboration will enable us
to take a [new step toward](https://greenlivingguy.com/2011/11/rev-technologies-electric-vehicle-news/)
the realization of a sustainable society,” said Takashi Sekiguchi, Chief Officer
for Automobile Operations and Managing Officer of Honda.

**_Source: 2018-06-07, _**General Motors Co.  (NYSE: GM) [http://www.gm.com](https://www.gm.com/)
and Honda Motor Co. (NYSE: HMC)