General InformationHonda R&D is the innovation division of Honda Motor Company, a Japan-based automotive and robotics giant with over 1,000 employees dedicated to deep-tech research, founded in 1986.
Funding & FinancialsAs a subsidiary of Honda Motor Company (TYO: 7267), Honda R&D benefits from Honda's corporate funding and resources rather than venture capital; Honda Motor reported consolidated revenues exceeding $130 billion annually.
Leadership & TeamHonda R&D operates under Honda Motor Company's leadership structure; the division is headed by executives within Honda's R&D organization, with oversight from Honda's executive management.
Recent ActivityHonda R&D has recently focused on advancing autonomous driving technology, humanoid robotics (including the ASIMO successor program), and electric vehicle platforms as part of Honda's commitment to carbon neutrality by 2050.