Honda Canada to Retool Alliston, Ont., Plant to Expand Hybrid Production
Honda Canada says it will retool its manufacturing facilities in Alliston, Ont., to expand production of hybrid-electric and gasoline-powered vehicles. The Japanese automaker announced Monday it is partnering with the federal and provincial governments to fund plant upgrades, including the reintroduction of engine manufacturing, with an initial $166 million investment. It said that funding is [...]
Honda Canada is retooling its Alliston, Ontario, manufacturing facilities to increase production of hybrid-electric and gasoline-powered vehicles. This initiative is supported by a significant investment from the federal and provincial governments, totaling $867 million, which will fund plant upgrades including the return of engine manufacturing. The company emphasizes this investment solidifies Canada’s importance in its North American strategy and competitiveness.
- Honda Canada will retool its Alliston, Ont., plant.
- The expansion will increase production of hybrid-electric and gasoline-powered vehicles.
- The project involves a partnership with federal and provincial governments.
- An initial investment of $166 million is part of a larger $867 million commitment.
- Plant upgrades include the reintroduction of engine manufacturing.
- The funding aims to enhance quality, efficiency, and manufacturing flexibility.
- Honda Canada president and CEO Dave Jamieson stated the investment reinforces Canada’s role in the company’s North American growth and hybrid strategy.
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