The Honda-General Motors EV saga may be ending sooner than expected. Honda’s CEO, Toshihiro Mibe, said the automaker is scrapping plans to build affordable EVs with GM because of the “changing business environment.”
“After studying this for a year, we decided that this would be difficult as a business, so at the moment we are ending development of an affordable EV,” Mibe said in an interview with Bloomberg Television.
Mibe added that “GM and Honda will search for a solution separately. This project itself has been canceled.”
GM and Honda revealed plans to expand their relationship in April 2022 by codeveloping a series of affordable EVs using next-gen Ultium battery tech.
The first models, including electric compact crossover vehicles, were expected to roll out in 2027. In the press release, GM said it was “working to accelerate new technologies” like lithium-metal, silicon, and solid-state batteries.
However, it looks like the plans are falling through. GM announced it would be delaying production of the Equinox EV, Silverado EV RST, and GMC Sierra electric truck following its Q3 earnings Tuesday.
Chevy Equinox EV (Source: GM)
Honda and GM go separate ways on affordable EVs
GM’s CEO Mary Barra explained the move will “make our vehicles less expensive to produce and more profitable” in the future.
The American automaker plans to slow EV production in North America “to protect pricing” while introducing new engineering enhancements and other improvements.
GM also withdrew its profit guidance for the year following the UAW strike. The company said once new contracts are signed, they will have more clarity around financials.
Honda Prologue Elite (Source: Honda)
Despite choosing not to release EV margins, GM said it’s still aiming to achieve double-digit profit margins on its electric vehicles by 2025. Meanwhile, the company pushed back its goal of making 400,000 EVs in North America by mid-2024.
Mibe didn’t cite the UAW strike as the reason behind the move but did mention cost and range limitations were behind it.
Chevy Blazer EV SS (Source: GM)
Honda and GM were planning to build EVs starting under the expected $30,000 Equinox EV price. However, GM has already raised the starting price of the Blazer EV while a petition is going around calling for the company to stand by its $30,000 Equinox EV starting price.
Barra explained on the company’s earnings call that the next-gen Bolt EV will be the first Ultium-based EV to receive LFP batteries, which will help lower costs.
Electrek’s Take
Honda’s first EV in North America, the Prologue electric SUV, will go on sale later this year based on GM’s Ultium platform.
The electric SUV is expected to start in the upper $40,000s (before taxes and incentives) with up to 300 miles of range.
Meanwhile, GM has struggled to ramp up Ultium EV output all year. Deliveries of Ultium-based EVs like the Cadillac Lyriq and Hummer EVs finally began picking up in the third quarter. In addition, the Chevy Blazer EV started to roll out. The company expects 2/3 of EV production to be Ultium-based in Q4.
With the delay of the Equinox EV and no mention of a release date for the next-gen Bolt, GM might want to consider keeping the existing Bolt around as an affordable option.
The electric car continues carrying sales, and with the Equinox EV being pushed back, it could leave GM in a tight spot over the next few quarters.
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Honda’s electric SUV was the third most popular EV in the US in August, behind the Tesla Model Y and Model 3. Offering over $12,000 in average incentives, the Honda Prologue scored big as buyers rushed to claim the federal EV tax credit.
Honda Prologue registrations surge with huge incentives
As the $7,500 credit expired at the end of September, automakers were offering pretty notable discounts, many in the five digits with combined incentives.
The Honda Prologue has been one of the most discounted EVs over the past few months. Last month, buyers could score up to over $20,000 in combined savings, including a $7,500 credit, $9,500 in financing bonuses, trade-in offers, and 0% interest for six years.
According to the latest registration data from S&P Global Mobility (via Automotive News), the incentives helped propel the Honda Prologue to become the third most popular EV in August.
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A total of 138,457 EVs were registered in the US in August, up 24% from a year ago. Honda Prologue registrations surged 81% to 9,005 vehicles, the data showed.
2025 Honda Prologue Elite (Source: Honda)
Since some automakers don’t report monthly or US sales numbers, the S&P Global Mobility data offers a snapshot of sales performance.
The Prologue was yet again one of the most discounted models, with incentives of $12,704 in August, according to Motor Intelligence. Last August, Prologue incentives were just $5,813. Honda’s gas-powered CR-V had just $2,016 in incentives in August.
2025 Honda Prologue (Source: Honda)
Although the $7,500 credit expired on September 30, Honda is still offering generous incentives for Prologue buyers and lessees.
The 2025 Honda Prologue is available with up to $16,550 in lease cash in most states. Alternatively, Honda is offering 0% APR financing for up to 60 months.
2025 Honda Prologue trim
Starting Price*
EPA Range (miles)
EX (FWD)
$47,400
308
EX (AWD)
$50,400
294
Touring (FWD)
$51.700
308
Touring (AWD)
$54,700
294
Elite (AWD)
$57,900
283
2025 Honda Prologue prices and range by trim (*Does not include $1,450 D&H fee)
Although the Acura ZDX will not return for a 2026 model year, Honda is planning to launch the 2026 Prologue. We have yet to learn prices, but we could see it priced slightly lower due to the loss of the $7,500 EV credit.
Hyundai announced earlier this month it’s reducing 2026 IONIQ 5 prices by up to nearly $10,000 on some trims. The 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 5 now starts at under $35,000. Will Honda match it?
XCharge North America (NA) has opened Oregon’s first solar + storage DC fast charging station at Arrowhead Travel Plaza in Pendleton, part of the Wildhorse Resort & Casino complex owned by the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation.
NetZero Energy helped bring the project to life, handling system design and project management. The solar canopy provides renewable power to the chargers, while the integrated batteries make the site more resilient and capable of off-grid operation during outages.
The new station integrates four dual-dispenser 215kWh GridLink chargers with 40kW of solar that can output up to 194kW per unit, allowing drivers to charge quickly with CCS1 or NACS plugs while reducing strain on the grid. The site’s location on Interstate 84 is key because Arrowhead serves more than 1.7 million vehicles a year. Many drive the steep, rough weather-prone Cabbage Hill grade, where a full charge is essential for safety.
“We partnered with XCharge NA because they provide a grid-friendly charging solution with battery storage that seamlessly integrates with a custom solar canopy – a perfect fit for our climate,” said Tom Fine, general manager of Arrowhead Travel Plaza.
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Each GridLink charger includes bidirectional capability, meaning it can send power back to the grid or function off-grid in the event of an emergency. It also has a built-in safety system that monitors battery packs with multiple sensors and fire suppression technology.
With this project, XCharge North America now operates in 18 states. Cofounder and president Aatish Patel called Oregon’s first solar-supplemented DC fast-charging site a milestone: “Our Arrowhead Travel Plaza installation goes beyond simply delivering ultra-fast charging – it’s a powerful demonstration of how integrating our GridLink technology with solar power can offset grid demand, enhance a charging site’s resilience and flexibility, and even bolster the region’s energy architecture.”
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Bluetti launches new Pioneer Na(Sodium) portable power station with exclusive savings starting from $735
Bluetti has launched its newest backup power solution, and we’ve secured some exclusive savings for our readers on it and its bundle options. You can now pick up Bluetti’s Pioneer Na(Sodium) Portable Power Station at $735.08 shipped, after using the exclusive code 9TO5TOYS8OFF at checkout for an additional 8% savings. It’ll normally go for $1,299 at full price once these initial launch savings end, with the discount today starting things at $799, while our readers score a bonus $64 price cut further. All-in-all, that’s a combined 43% markdown that cuts a total of $564 off the tag and sets the bar for future discounts down the road.
The standout feature of Bluetti’s new Pioneer Na(Sodium) portable power station, as the name might hint to you, is its cold-proof construction and sodium-ion battery cells, which make it ideal for trips and/or emergencies during severe cold weather as low as -13 degrees. It’s also even more eco-friendly than typical power station designs, utilizing sustainable sodium over rare metals like lithium and cobalt. Great for ice fishing trips, snow camping, or blackouts in winter, this model brings along a 900Wh capacity that provides up to 1,500W of steady power for daily essentials, while surging up to 2,250W for high-demand appliances.
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The Bluetti Pioneer Na portable power station is built to last for 4,000+ charge cycles, with the brand rating it for a 10-year lifespan – plus, it even boasts ultra-low standby consumption of 1.5W, meaning it’ll always be ready to assist you with portable power regardless of it sitting idle for months. It sports five primary recharging methods, with a typical AC outlet putting it back to 80% in 45 minutes or to full in 65 minutes. Of course, there’s a 500W max solar input, which can also be used simultaneously with an AC outlet to cut down times to 35 minutes (80% battery) or 52 minutes (100% battery). There’s also the options to plug into your car’s auxiliary port, or you can get faster on-the-go charging from the brand’s 500W Alternator Charger 1 (bundle below).
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Bluetti’s Na(Sodium) power station launch deals:
Save a total $1,116 on Tenways’ AGO X all-terrain mid-drive e-bike with FREE gear and 180Wh power bank at $1,999
Tenways is offering a special extra battery promotion (known as the Tenways Power Bank here) on its AGO X All-Terrain e-bike at $1,999 shipped that also comes with $307 in FREE additional add-on gear, while also offering a 50% discount on the standalone power bank, were you wanting to pick one up for any other models from the brand you may already have. The AGO X e-bike normally goes for $2,499 without discounts, which we’ve mostly seen taken down to this rate over the year, with some occasional drops lower to $1,899. This is the first bundle with the Tenways Power Bank ($309 value), however, giving you a total of $1,116 savings, which is the biggest deal we’ve tracked to date. Alongside this model, you can also find the CGO600 Pro Lightweight e-bikes with $300 price cuts and $118 in FREE gear, as well as the option for a 50% off Power Bank add-on.
Mount this tiltable BougeRV e-bike rack hitch to your vehicle and carry up to 200 pounds for a new $350 low
Through its official Amazon storefront, BougeRV is now offering the best rate yet on its 2-inch e-bike Rack Hitch with Ramp for cars, SUVs, and trucks at $349.99 shipped, after clipping the on-page coupon. Earlier in the week we spotted its more affordable e-bike-compatible counterpart returning to its $180 low, and now, this more premium model is coming down from its full $500 price tag to follow suit. Discounts here have only gone as low as $400 up until today, with that rate beaten out by this $150 markdown that lands costs at a new all-time low price.
Greenworks’ gen 2 13A 1,900 PSI portable compact electric pressure washer goes anywhere for $110
Amazon is offering the Greenworks 13A 1,900 PSI Portable Compact Electric Pressure Washer at $109.99 shipped, which matches the price direct from the brand’s website. While it carries a $160 MSRP, this newer cleaning model has been keeping down at $128 at Amazon since the summer began, with this rate only having been beaten by the one-time $104 low we spotted during the Prime Day event last week. If you missed your chance at that low price, you’re getting the next-best rate here with a total $50 savings from its MSRP. You can also shop all the brand’s current electric pressure washer deals by heading to its Amazon storefront here.
The savings this week are also continuing to a collection of other markdowns. To the same tune as the offers above, these all help you take a more energy-conscious approach to your routine. Winter means you can lock in even better off-season price cuts on electric tools for the lawn while saving on EVs and tons of other gear.