👀 Honda’s sleek new ‘0’ EV concept unveiled at CES 2024

What happens when one of the world’s largest automakers sets its sights on perfecting electric vehicles for a zero carbon future? We found at CES 2024 when Honda provided a breathtaking glimpse into the answer, whipping the wraps off two “0 Series” concept cars brimming with innovation to match their arresting looks.

Powered by dreams of a sustainable tomorrow, Honda’s new “H” emblem-adorned EVs set the stage to thrill drivers in 2026 and beyond while minimizing the impact on people and the planet. Jump to today’s Must Read to see Honda’s avant-garde “Saloon” and “Space Hub” concepts for yourself.

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Honda’s upcoming lineup of electric vehicles is destined for North American roads starting in 2026. The aptly named 0 Series aims for zero environmental impact through EVs offering carbon neutrality, unveiled via two sleek Saloon and Space-Hub concept cars previewing the new global styling direction and performance targets.

With a distinctive new "H Mark" badge reserved exclusively for next-gen electrified models, Honda is transitioning its brand to achieve ambitious sustainability goals. This includes 100% EV/fuel cell sales by 2040 and full product lifecycle carbon neutrality by 2050, steering toward “zero collision fatalities” as well.

Showcased at CES 2024, the pioneering models fused future-forward design, seamless technology integration and exhilarating driving dynamics that Honda hopes will act as a catalyst for positive change. The 0 Series kicks off in North America before expanding globally, and aims to propel EVs fully into the mainstream while retaining the brand’s sporty ethos.

When Santa Monica-based AI startup Rabbit showcased their latest innovation at CES 2024, they set a target of 500 units. However, they sold 10,000 on the first day of pre-sale. The r1, Rabbit's custom-built AI device, introduces the Rabbit OS powered by a proprietary Large Action Model (LAM), eliminating the need for multiple apps. Full disclosure: Mine was one of those 10,000 orders.

This electrifying sport fuses advanced technology and team skills, and has spread globally to more than 20 countries. Five flyers per side pilot remote-controlled spheres across three-minute sets. A revolutionary model which debuted at CES 2024 adds features like a flexible guard and coding mods to boost speed, safety and programmability. In 2025, 200 teams from 32 countries will compete for a million-dollar world cup prize.

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