Honda Faces Make-or-Break Moment in China: A Shift in Strategy. In a bid to revive its struggling operations in China, Honda is set to embark on a high-stakes gamble by partnering with local suppliers and leveraging cutting-edge technology from the country. The move comes as the Japanese automaker struggles to recover from a historic loss, a stark reversal of fortunes for a brand that had long been a dominant force in the Chinese market. With stiff competition from domestic players and rising costs, Honda is counting on its new approach to help it regain ground and stay competitive in one of the world's largest and most lucrative automotive markets. As the company looks to turn its fortunes around, the success of this strategy will be closely watched by industry insiders and investors alike.


Honda will tap Chinese suppliers and local technology to rescue its struggling China operations as the Japanese carmaker digs out of a historic loss.