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Honda said today that that its Anna Engine Plant (AEP) has built more than 32.5 million engines for automobiles and powersports products, as well as a variety of powertrain components for engines and transmissions since it began production of motorcycle engines on July 22, 1985. Production of auto engines began in 1986 with a 4-cylinder powerplant for the Honda Civic. (Read AutoInformed.com on: American Honda Posts Q2 2025 Sales Increase of 8.4% and Milestones – Honda Makes 30 Millionth US Vehicle)
“Everything that Honda has accomplished at the Anna Engine Plant during the past 40 years has been achieved through the skills and commitment of our associates and this will continue as we pursue an expanded form of flexible manufacturing in the future,” said Michael Tinch, plant lead of Anna Engine Plant. “As we maximize production of ICE and hybrid models, even while preparing for the future of EV production, I know our associates will continue to produce high quality products that meet the needs of our customers.” Continue reading
Stellantis Struggles – Q2 2025 Shipments Mostly Down Again
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Stellantis N.V. (NYSE: STLA) today released some preliminary and unaudited financial information for the First Half of 2025, in addition to its global quarterly consolidated shipment estimates and commentary on related trends in what appears to be an attempt to ameliorate financial market expectations based on its recently dismal operating results and program cancellations as it struggles to maintain what some consider too many brands and too little resources. See The Stellantis Spin below. (Read AutoInformed.com on: Stellantis Net Profit Down 70% in 2024)*
“In the absence of financial guidance, which was suspended by the Company on April 30, 2025, financial analyst consensus forecasts currently constitute the primary metric for market expectations. The disclosure of the following preliminary financial data for the First Half 2025 is intended to address the difference between these analyst consensus forecasts and the Company’s performance for the period,” Stellantis said.** Continue reading →