Honda's entry for the LA Design Challenge is the Helix Concept, a vehicle that interfaces with the driver's DNA thanks to advanced adaptive polymers and offers three configurations, for large cities, congested urban environments and high speed travels.

Honda has announced the closure of its automotive and motorcycle design departments at the European Research & Development Center based in Offenbach, Germany. The activities will end on 30 November 2009 after 17 years since opening.

The Honda EV-N Concept is an small four-seat eletric car inspired by the 1960's N360 micro car. Among the highlights are the replaceable seat fabrics, a solar panel roof and a communications system integrated in the front fascia.

At the 2009 Tokyo Motor Show Honda will unveil the Skydeck Concept, a six-seater hybrid MPV focused on interior space and comfort. The cabin features a minimalistic design and a center tunnel which integrates the battery and powertrain components.

Honda has presented the U3-X, an experimental ultra-compact one-wheel-drive personal mobility device which enables movements in all directions, thanks to an advanced balance control technology and the unique wheel structure.

Honda has announced plans to begin sales of the CR-Z sports hybrid model in Japan in February 2010. The car is based on the Concept presented in 2007 and will be powered by the Integrated Motor Assist (IMA) system.

Honda has released the first photograph of the production version of the Insight hybrid, which will make its its world debut at the next Detroit Motor Show and will be launched in spring 2009.

At the 2008 Los Angeles Auto Show Honda has revealed the FC Sport design study, a hydrogen-powered, three-seat sportscar concept. The car was developed by Honda's Advanced Design Studio in Pasadena, California.

Honda Research and Development North America has created a futuristic racing vehicle to compete in the Great Race 2025, circumnavigating the globe in 24 hours on land, by sea and by air.

The V4 Concept Model is a design study for a futuristic sports bike presented by Honda at Intermot Cologne to celebrate the 30th anniversary of its V4 four-stroke engine.