AutomobilesAs sales fall, affiliates consider breaking ranks and focusing on other customersHonda Motor has struggled with China's rapid shift to electric vehicles. (Photo by Kantaro Fushiki)KANTARO FUSHIKIJune 20, 2026 08:36 JSTTOKYO -- Honda Motor's production cuts in China are hitting affiliated suppliers hard, with many now forecasting sales declines and cost pressure fueling discontent among their ranks.Read NextAutomobilesNissan to cut vehicle development time in half using China playbookAutomobilesChina's GAC lost $1,200 per vehicle in 2025 as Honda tie-up deadline nearsAutomobilesHonda scales back aggressive EV push, overhauling fundamental strategyAutomobilesHonda to shelve $11bn Canada EV plant as demand sputtersAutomobilesHonda and Toyota see sharp Chinese sales drops as competition heats upElectric vehiclesWhy Honda hit reverse on its full embrace of EVsAutomobilesHonda scrambles to stem bleeding in China with gasoline-car plant shutdownLatest on AutomobilesAutomobilesWacoal taps bra-making tech for car armrests in BASF tie-upAutomobilesChina automakers leap forward in internal combustion engine techAutomobilesNissan rolls out new compact SUV as it eyes sales revival in Japan