Sony and Honda have officially decided to pull the plug on their highly anticipated AFEELA electric vehicle project. The joint venture, known as Sony Honda Mobility (SHM), announced on March 25, 2026, that it has discontinued the development and launch of the AFEELA 1 electric sedan, as well as a planned SUV model. The high-tech […]
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Mar 18, 2026
Sony Honda Mobility Tags Hajime Sorayama and Matt Copson for AFEELA 1 Art Cars
In the wake of Honda canceling three upcoming EV projects, Sony Honda Mobility (SHM) has unveiled two new art cars based on its AFEELA 1 model. Scheduled to launch later this year with a starting price of $89,900 USD, the AFEELA 1 is currently the centerpiece of new creative collaborations aimed at generating excitement around […]
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Jan 7, 2026
Sony Honda Mobility’s AFEELA 1 EV to Integrate PS Remote Play
Sony Honda Mobility has officially confirmed that its highly anticipated EV, the AFEELA 1, will begin customer deliveries in California by late 2026. Ahead of the CES 2026 Las Vegas showcase, SHM outlined a roadmap that integrates Sony’s entertainment prowess with Honda’s manufacturing legacy. The announcement also included the surprise world premiere of the AFEELA […]
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Mar 27, 2025
From Streaming to Gaming, Sony x Honda’s AFEELA 1 Elevates Every Ride
Some cars take you places, but Sony Honda Mobility’s (SHM) AFEELA 1 takes you into the future. Blending entertainment, technology, and automotive innovation, AFEELA 1 is set to redefine how we interact with our vehicles. More than just a car, it’s a personal entertainment hub, a customizable digital space, and a seamless fusion of cutting-edge […]
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Jan 6, 2025
Sony and Honda’s ‘AFEELA 1’ Debut Electric Car Is Finally Available to Pre-Order
Sony and Honda‘s eagerly anticipated AFEELA 1 electric vehicle is available to pre-order now, the brands announced jointly today at CES 2025 in Las Vegas – the same city and show where they first unveiled their joint project in 2023. Two versions of the AFEELA 1 have been made available to pre-order: the base “Origin” […]
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Dec 29, 2024
Sony Pictures Entertainment Brings Movie Magic to Mercedes-Benz
Mercedes-Benz has partnered with Sony Pictures Entertainment to launch RIDEVU, an in-car entertainment app designed to deliver a cinematic experience on the go. Integrated with the brand’s MBUX infotainment system, RIDEVU offers access to a large library of blockbuster movies, behind-the-scenes content and exclusive extras. Users can also rent or purchase the latest releases directly […]
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Jan 10, 2024
Sony and Honda’s AFEELA Project Is Driven With a DualSense Controller
During Sony‘s recent CES 2024 press conference, the Japanese tech company unveiled its long-awaited AFEELA project in partnership with Honda. Spectacularly hitting the stage, the concept car was surprisingly controlled with a Sony PlayStation 5 controller. According to Sony and Honda, “AFEELA powers unparalleled intelligence, remembering, communicating, protecting, and inspiring people. The AV electric vehicle […]
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Jan 7, 2024
Mercedes-Benz Crafts 50 Sony PlayStation 5 Cars
Following word back in early December 2023, Mercedes-Benz has now shared the first offering from its partnership with Sony. Dubbed the “A-Class Vibes,” the Mercedes-Benz and Sony PlayStation collaboration is a limited-edition release centered around the PlayStation 5. The car itself features a familiar “Digital White” exterior accented by blue ambient lights, and black leather […]
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Jan 6, 2023
Sony Honda Mobility Unveils Its Afeela Prototype EV
With their first EV set for pre-order in 2023, Sony and Honda shared the concept for their first model at CES 2023. The electronics and automobile union of Sony Honda Mobility (SHM) unveiled the Afeela prototype EV, revealing a minimalist sedan-like design in a futuristic gray paint. Maintaining an aerodynamic shape, the vehicle expresses a […]
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Oct 16, 2022
Pre-Order for the First Sony × Honda EV Will Come In 2025
According to reports, Sony and Honda‘s independent electric vehicle business has announced that pre-orders for its first model will come during the first half of 2025. Sony Honda Mobility Inc. (SHM) is expecting United States deliveries to come during Spring 2026, with local Japanese deliveries set for the second half of 2026, a European launch […]
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Jun 17, 2022
Sony and Honda Reveal Name of Its Independent EV Business
Just a little more than a week after Sony and Honda confirmed their plans to create an independent electric vehicle manufacturing venture, the two Japanese conglomerates have now unveiled the new company’s name: Sony Honda Mobility Inc. According to a press release from both companies, each will hold an equal 50% stake in the newly-formed […]
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Jun 7, 2022
Sony and Honda’s EV Partnership May Launch as an Independent Venture
Back in March, Sony and Honda announced a new partnership to design and manufacture electric vehicles together, but it now seems that the two Japanese companies have decided to create a separate entity instead of using their own names. According to a statement from Sony’s president and CEO Kenichiro Yoshida to Nikkei, the two corporations […]