# Honda Motor Co plans to delay introduction of its artificial intelligence-based self-driving technology to 2028 from its earlier goal of 2027.

*robotics · news · 2026-04-28 · Japan Today*

## Key points

- Honda will delay its AI-based self-driving technology launch to 2028 from 2027.
- The AI self-driving technology will first appear in hybrid vehicles, not electric vehicles.
- In Japan, Honda’s hybrid Vezel SUV will be the initial recipient of this technology.
- Honda’s system uses onboard cameras and AI to navigate both highways and ordinary roads.

**Companies:** Honda Motor Co, Tesla Inc, Nissan Motor Co
**Countries:** Japan, United States

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