AutomobilesJapanese automaker shifts focus to hybrid and gasoline-powered carsFacing waning demand, Japanese automaker Subaru announced on May 15 that it will postpone the rollout of EVs developed in house. (Photo by Kantaro Fushiki)Nikkei staff writersMay 15, 2026 18:38 JSTTOKYO -- Subaru will postpone the launch of its own electric vehicles, which was previously scheduled for 2028, as demand for EVs is dwindling, the company announced Friday.