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The e:N1: All Electric. All Honda.

Auckland, 15th May, 2025.

The e:N1 has made its debut on the roads of New Zealand!

As Honda's first fully electric vehicle in the country, it truly embodies the spirit of electric driving with Honda's signature touch. Although the powertrain is fresh and innovative, the e:N1 upholds Honda's well-loved characteristics – it's
engaging, joyful, and a delight to drive.

The all-new Honda hybrid Civic Hatch SR: An icon reborn

Auckland, 31st December 2024.

The Honda Civic has returned to our shores with a refined, dominant fresh look and feel.

Powered by Honda’s latest e:HEV hybrid technology and with all-new Google Assistant built-in, the new Civic is where bold innovation meets striking good looks.

From the sharp sculpted lines, bold 18” alloy wheels, and rear privacy glass, the Civic strikes a commanding presence.

The all-new Honda hybrid HR-V comes to New Zealand

Auckland, 19th August 2024.

It’s been a while, but it’s been well worth the wait…New Zealand’s favourite compact SUV is back!

The Honda HR-V is returning to our shores after a two-and-a-half-year hiatus, and it’s more impressive than ever. But now it also boasts Honda’s latest hybrid technology, e:HEV, a unique twomotor hybrid system, combining high environmental performance with driving pleasure. More joy, less cost, lower carbon footprint.  Expand your life with HR-V.

Honda New Zealand Board of Directors Update

Auckland, 22 May 2024.

Honda New Zealand Limited announces changes to the board of directors in New Zealand.

Nobuya Sonoda Managing Director of Honda New Zealand is pleased to welcome the appointment of Ms Carolyn McMahon Vice President of Honda Australia from 1st April 2024 who will now be joining the long-established board with himself and Mr Nakanishi Director of Asian Honda Motor Co.,Ltd.

Honda listed as one of the top favourite car brands in New Zealand!

Auckland, 7th May 2024

Pump the brakes: Consumer reveals the best and worst cars rated by New Zealanders.

We surveyed over 8,000 New Zealanders to find out which cars have the most satisfied owners. Of the 72 different models reported on, we found 11 well-known brands to swerve.

“While our People’s Choice winners like Honda, ...

Top cars 2024: Honda's mighty Civic Type R is the People's Choice

Auckland, 8th May 2024

Stuff Top Cars 2024 People's Choice Award winner, Honda Civic Type R.

More mature looks, a better infotainment system, but the same razor sharp chassis and eager engine make the Civic Type R one of the best sports cars on the market today.

Honda is redefining mobility from zero.

TOKYO, Japan, 10th January 2024

Honda Presents World Premiere of the “Honda 0 Series” Represented by
Two New Global EV Concept Models at CES 2024

- Adopting new “H mark” design exclusively for the next-generation EVs -

Honda today unveiled the “Honda 0 Series,” a new EV series Honda will launch globally starting in 2026, with the world premiere of two concept models, namely Saloon and Space-Hub, at the CES 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada, U.S. Honda also presented the world premiere of the new H mark to be used exclusively for the next-generation EV models of Honda.

ZR-V awarded the best medium SUV of the Year

Auckland, 1st December 2023

The ZR-V has won AA Driven Car Guide’s Best Medium SUV of the Year.

“This is a very special day for Honda New Zealand !” says Mr Nobuya Sonoda, Managing Director, Honda.

“It is excellent recognition for our latest model. The Honda ZR-V is an exceptional vehicle but also a relative newcomer to the local market. Yet already, the enquiries and interest have exceeded all expectations.”

Civic Type R powers Honda New Zealand to awards success

Auckland, 1st December 2023.

Honda New Zealand is in celebration mode after its legendary Civic Type R roared to victory at the AA
DRIVEN Car Guide NZ awards.

The Type R – which recently smashed racetrack records in Germany and Japan – has cemented its iconic status with a Best in Class for Sports & Performance, as well as making it into the Top 3 overall for 2023. The unstoppable Type R also won Performance Car of the Year in the 2023 TopGear.com Awards.

The all new CR-V

Auckland, 18th October 2023

Honda delivers so much more with the all-new CR-V with e:HEV technology.

Honda, a name synonymous with race-bred success and design innovation, is set to revolutionize the driving experience with the launch of the all-new CR-V. This versatile SUV line-up offers two distinct powertrains,
including the e:HEV 5-seater, as well as VTEC 5 and 7-seater models.

Honda’s Sporting Heritage Continues

Auckland, 1st July 2023

Honda’s introduces all-new Jazz RS Mugen and the return of the previously sold-out Civic Type R

Honda New Zealand is excited to introduce the Honda Jazz RS Mugen, a fusion of the successful Honda Jazz RS with the legendary Mugen Sports performance brand. Also, Civic Type R is now available to purchase. After a very successful launch in late 2022, Honda has been able get the additional stock for Nürburgring record-setting Civic Type R's.

Honda to Participate in FIA Formula One® World Championship

Tokyo, Japan, May 24th 2023

Honda Motor Co., Ltd. today announced plans to participate in the FIA Formula One World Championship (F1) from the 2026 season as a power unit supplier.

Honda has agreed to enter into a works partnership with the Aston Martin Aramco Cognizant Formula One® Team to supply power units compliant with the new F1 power unit regulations which will take effect in the 2026 season.

Introducing: the all new ZR-V

Auckland, 4th May 2023

Honda delivers next-level hybrid electrification with the all new ZR-V with e:HEV technology.

Building upon many years of race-bred success and design innovation, Honda is about to redefine the joy of driving with the launch of the all new ZR-V.

Civic Type R Sets A New Record

Tokyo, Japan, April 20th 2023

Civic Type R Sets New Front-Wheel Drive Lap Time Record at Nürburgring

Honda Motor Co., Ltd. today announced that the all-new Honda Civic Type R has set a new lap time record for a front-wheel drive car at the Nürburgring Nordschleife in Germany during testing conducted for the model’s performance
evaluation.

Type R Reservations are now REOPENED

Auckland, 1st April 2023

Christmas has come early. The Honda Civic Type R could finally be yours.

After overwhelming demand and a sold out launch, we know many of you were disappointed not to get your hands on the Honda Civic Type R. That’s why we’re excited to announce that an additional 50 are now up for grabs.

The All New Jazz e-HEV RS

Auckland, 20th February 2023

The All-New Jazz e-HEV RS showcases Modern Technology, Functionality and Premium Quality in one

Introducing a new and true 'everyday sport model' to our electrified Jazz range. Completed with a new sporty look and upgraded features to ensure premium comfort and safety, the all-new Jazz model makes an anticipated comeback after topping AA's Driven Car Of The Year 2022.

Civic Type R Wins Performance Car of the Year

We're thrilled that the Honda Civic Type R has won 2022 Performance Car of the Year!

In making the Award, New Zealand Autocar says of the Civic Type R: "It's superb in every performance facet and owners will appreciate that it's not overly refined. Still it's a performance car that you could use everyday....While highly evolved and thoroughly modern, that all-out attack mantra of the original Civic Type R still resides at the heart of this machine."

Read the Type R Review

The All New Civic Type R

Introducing the All New Civic Type R.

Building on 25 years of ultimate hot hatch performance. The first glimpse of the production car, without its special camouflage wrap is scheduled for later this month!

The world premiere will be available for viewing on the official Honda YouTube channel, with streaming set to start at 2:00pm on July 21, 2022 (NZST).

Watch the World Premiere

Honda Crowned New Zealand's Cleanest Car Company

Honda New Zealand has come out on top in recent data released by Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency.

Of the top 18 brands sold so far this year, Honda's fleet was the cleanest on average, at 132 g/km.

Honda pipped Hyundai’s 135g/km at the post, with Suzuki (141g/km), MG (151g/km), and Skoda (159g/km) rounding out the top five.

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Honda Happy Families - Parental Leave Policy

Honda passionately believes in being a company society wants to exist. Our brand new Honda Happy Families - Parental Leave Policy is aimed at providing better support for our new parents.

This policy will provide greater financial security for our new parents and also makes it easier to return to work when the time is right.

It promotes diversity and inclusion, reduces the gender pay gap, gender pension gap and upholds Honda’s commitment to being a company that cares for the wellbeing of it's employees.

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Max Verstappen WINS 2022 Formula 1 Driver's World Championship 🏆

Global, 9 October 2022

Honda’s Advanced Power Unit Technologies Contribute to Max Verstappen’s Second Consecutive Driver's World Championship in F1

Oracle Red Bull Racing driver Max Verstappen won the Japanese Grand Prix, the 18th round of the 2022 FIA*1 Formula World Championship, held today, clinching the World Championship title for the second time and for the second consecutive season.

Double win for Honda!

Global, 20 June 2022

Today we are celebrating one year on from the incredible Honda Double Win in the MotoGP and the Formula 1 GP!

To celebrate the Honda-powered double victory at the very peak of motorsport on two and four wheels, Honda Racing Global have created a commemorative poster of Max Verstappen's Formula 1 and Marc Marquez's MotoGP victories on 20 June 2021

You can download this epic poster here:

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All New Civic Type R

Global, 13 December 2021

Development of the best performing Honda Civic Type R ever continues at the world famous Suzuka Circuit.

The all-new Civic Type R will be introduced in 2022.

Stay tuned as we build up to the release of this exciting new model next year!

Pierre Gasly wins Italian GP

Global, 8 September 2020

On 6th September 2020, driving for Scuderia AlphaTauri Honda, in a car using Honda’s RA 620 Power Unit, Pierre Gasly won the Italian Grand Prix.

This is his first win in F1 and the team’s second ever win, after its 2008 victory at this same Monza track, racing as Scuderia Toro Rosso.

It is Honda’s first win with the team and its 77th in Formula 1.

Honda e Prototype unveiled

Global, 5 March 2019

Honda took to the stage at Geneva today to announce the further acceleration of its electrification ambitions. The company announced its intention to move 100 per cent of its European sales to electrified powertrains by 2025. This new ambition builds on the brand’s 2017 aim of two-thirds of its sales to be electrified by 2025, and places it firmly at the forefront of Honda’s global electrification shift announced as part of its 2030 vision.