Honda's 2025 US Sales Rise 0.5% Y/Y Despite Microchip Shortage

Sales Performance - Honda Motor Co., Ltd. recorded U.S. sales of 1,430,577 vehicles in 2025, marking a 0.5% increase year over year and the strongest performance since 2021 [1] - The Honda brand delivered 1,297,144 vehicles in 2025, up 0.4% from the prior year, with record results in light trucks exceeding 900,000 units and electrified vehicles surpassing 400,000 units [2] - Acura brand reported 2025 sales of 133,433 units, up nearly 1% year over year, driven by strong demand for entry models and SUVs [3] Monthly Sales Insights - December sales totaled 118,659 units, down 12.5% year over year, with Honda brand sales declining 12.9% and Acura brand sales falling 8.9% [1] - December CR-V sales reached 35,150 units, with hybrid variants accounting for 54% of sales [2] - Acura's December sales came in at 11,843 units, the brand's best monthly result since May [3] Model Performance - The CR-V posted more than 400,000 units sold for a second consecutive year [2] - Acura's annual growth was fueled by the performance of gateway models ADX and Integra, along with a nearly 5% year-over-year increase in SUV sales [4] - The all-new ADX premium gateway crossover exceeded 20,000 units in its first year after launching in March [4] Market Context - The modest growth in sales occurred despite shifting market dynamics and an ongoing microchip shortage affecting inventory levels [1] - Honda's performance reflects resilience in the face of supply constraints, with significant milestones achieved in both light trucks and electrified vehicles [7]