Mitsubishi Motors to Supply Pickups to Honda for SE Asia
Honda Motor Co. plans to source Triton pickup trucks from Mitsubishi Motors to sell in Southeast Asian markets starting in 2028. This partnership aims to help Honda expand its regional lineup while improving production efficiency for Mitsubishi.
Why it matters
This collaboration highlights the ongoing consolidation and strategic alliances among Japanese automakers to remain competitive against rising EV and regional rivals.
Tokyo, Oct. 11 (Jiji Press)--Honda Motor Co. plans to receive supplies of Mitsubishi Motors Corp.'s Triton pickup truck produced in Thailand for sale under its own brand, informed sources have said.
Honda is expected to sell the Triton in Southeast Asian countries from 2028 while trying to strengthen its relations with Mitsubishi Motors and Nissan Motor Co.
The three Japanese automakers are in business tie-up negotiations.
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