1 / 10Honda’s Electric Future: At CES 2024, Honda unveiled two all-electric concepts. These previews a new EV series, named the 0 Series, set to hit global markets in 2026. The 0 Series will likely be sold alongside Honda’s current and upcoming e:N range of EVs.
2 / 10Flagship EV Preview: The 0 Series Saloon concept, a sleek-looking sedan, previews a flagship EV from Honda. This vehicle will sit on a new electric platform, focusing on low floors, sporty dynamics, and efficient powertrains.
3 / 10Futuristic Design: The 0 Series Saloon boasts a streamlined, futuristic design. It features a wedge-shaped nose, flowing roofline, and a high-set rear end, giving it an almost estate-like profile.
4 / 10Unique Front Fascia: The nose of the vehicle houses a digital panel with a new-look Honda ‘H’ logo, set to feature on future EVs. The panel adds a three-dimensional look to the fascia, with graphics making it appear inset compared to the nose of the sedan.
5 / 10Illuminated Rear Panel: The rear features a similar 3D-effect illuminated panel with light rings as the front, with Honda spelt out in the centre. The concept also features an extensive glass house, with the low-set windscreen merging with a panoramic glass roof.
6 / 10Gullwing Doors: What helps the concept stand out more are the pair of massive gullwing doors that stretch the length of the passenger cabin. (AP Photo)
7 / 10Minimalist Cabin: Inside, the concept features a four-seat layout with individual seats for all occupants. The yoke-style steering, part of a steer-by-wire system, emerges out of the dashboard to greet the driver. The overall style is minimalist, with digital screens near the centre console and on the passenger side.
8 / 10Human-Machine Interface: Honda says that the instrument panel features a human-machine interface (HMI) that enables simple and intuitive operations, realizing a sophisticated and seamless user interface.
9 / 10Powertrain and Charging: While Honda has not revealed any details on the powertrain, it confirmed that all 0 Series models will feature e-axles – the motor, inverter, and gearbox integrated into the car’s axle. It also confirmed fast charging for its new EV series, with a rate of 15 to 80 per cent in as little as 15 minutes.
10 / 10Advanced Driver Assistance: Honda also confirmed that all 0 Series models will come with its Honda Sensing Elite – its level 3 driver assistance systems. The vehicles will also be capable of ‘hands-off’ driving in several scenarios, with an AI-based system being used onboard to learn driver preferences and adapt the vehicle accordingly.
