Honda is killing its EVs — and any chance of competing in the future

Honda has cancelled its key EV programs, including the electric Acura RDX, Honda 0 sedan/SUV, and the GM-built Prologue, citing U.S. tariffs and Chinese competition. Critics argue Honda never had a viable EV strategy, and by shelving EVs, the company risks falling further behind in both electric drivetrain development and the shift toward software-defined vehicles. The decision highlights how legacy automakers that treat EVs as simple drivetrain swaps may struggle to compete long-term.