Honda of Canada (HCM) has announced the completion of its 10 millionth vehicle - a 2023 Honda CR-V Touring Hybrid.
Since Honda's decision in 1986 to establish the first-ever Japanese automobile manufacturing facility in Canada, it has given life to Honda models, including the Accord, Odyssey, Pilot, and Ridgeline. HCM has also contributed to the production of Acura vehicles such as the EL, CSX, and ZDX.
The significance of this achievement is not lost on Jean Marc Leclerc, President and CEO of Honda Canada, who expressed his gratitude and admiration for the hard work and dedication of generations of HCM associates. "This milestone is a testament to the unwavering commitment and exceptional efforts of our HCM team," said Leclerc. He continued, "Since its establishment, HCM has consistently set the bar high in Canadian automotive manufacturing, solidifying its status as one of Honda's most crucial global facilities. It has become a pillar of our local economy and community, a legacy that will endure for generations to come."
HCM's contributions have been acknowledged through numerous prestigious designations. In 2015, the plant was recognized as the global lead plant for the Honda Civic, HCM also holds the position of the global lead plant for the all-new, sixth-generation 2023 Honda CR-V, underscoring its ongoing commitment to innovation and cutting-edge production techniques.
Honda of Canada Mfg. Historic Timeline
1986 - History is made as the first vehicle built at HCM, a Honda Accord, is driven off the line. HCM becomes the first Japanese automobile manufacturer to establish a production facility in Canada.
1988 - HCM begins the proud tradition of building Civics. The first Civic was a 3-door model.
1989 - Mr. Honda visits HCM and tours the plant on his way to be inducted into the Automotive Hall of Fame in Detroit.
1993 - Production of the Civic Coupe model begins with the 1993 model.
1998 - Plant 2 officially opens with Honda's first entry into the light truck market – the Honda Odyssey.
2002 - HCM launches the Honda Pilot and is the sole supplier globally for this product.
2006 - HCM celebrates its 20th anniversary and manufactures Honda Canada's four-millionth vehicle, a Civic.
2008 - The Engine Plant opens and begins production of four-cylinder engines.
2012 - HCM produces the six-millionth vehicle and donates it to the local hospital. HCM begins building the Honda CR-V for the North American market.
2015 - HCM is the global lead for the next-generation Civic
2017 - The CR-V is the 2018 Motor Trend SUV of the Year.
2018 - Engine Plant produces its two millionth engine. HCM Plant 2 celebrates 20 years of production; Engine Plant celebrates 10
2022 - Honda Civic named North American and Canadian Car of the Year
2022 - HCM is the global lead plant for manufacturing the all-new 2023 CR-V and North America lead plant for the CR-V Hybrid
2023 – HCM produces the 10 millionth Honda vehicle manufactured in Canada, a 2023 Honda CR-V Touring Hybrid
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