Honda embraces AI, robots at China EV plant to slash staffing

Automaker boosts efficiency with eye on 100% electrification goal

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Around 30% of the EV assembly process has been automated at the new GAC Honda plant. (Photo by Shizuka Tanabe)

SHIZUKA TANABE

GUANGZHOU -- Honda Motor is using artificial intelligence and automation to streamline production at a new Chinese electric vehicle plant, cutting staffing needs by 30% compared with its conventional factories.

GAC Honda Automobile, Honda's joint venture with Chinese automaker Guangzhou Automobile Group, opened its EV plant in Guangzhou, which came online late last year, to the media on Wednesday. Production of the P7 electric sport utility vehicle, set to release in April, kicked off that day.

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