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A new community access program, among other trailblazing initiatives, took center stage during the second edition of Kajima’s innovation day event.

Kajima’s second Future City Festival cements its position as a nexus of innovation

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Sony Honda Mobility plans to double its workforce to 500 employees.

Sony and Honda EV venture to launch SUV and compact before 2030

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No vrooming engines, but still fun to drive.

Nissan, Hyundai woo Japanese car lovers with EV sports models

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Deals in brief: AC Ventures raises USD 210 million at final close of fifth fund, Sony scraps merger with India’s Zee, nine China deals, and more

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Honda's SUVs will hit the local market in early 2024 as competition with Chinese rivals heats up.

Honda becomes first Japan company to produce passenger EVs in Thailand

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