Honda Motor Co., Ltd. has announced its decision to discontinue production of its current fuel cell system at Fuel Cell System Manufacturing LLC (FCSM) in the United States before the end of 2026, marking a strategic shift in the company’s hydrogen technology roadmap.
FCSM, located in Brownstown, Michigan, was established in January 2017 as a joint venture between Honda and General Motors, and was the automotive industry’s first manufacturing partnership dedicated to fuel cell systems. The collaboration combined the two companies’ strengths in development, production, and procurement, resulting in fuel cell systems known for high durability, strong low-temperature performance, and improved cost efficiency.
Honda said that while the partnership delivered positive technical and operational outcomes, the two companies held extensive discussions on the future of the business and mutually agreed to discontinue fuel cell system production at FCSM. Following the closure, Honda will transition to a next-generation fuel cell system developed independently by the company.
The move aligns with Honda’s long-term strategy to expand its hydrogen business as a new core pillar, alongside electric mobility. Honda emphasized that it will continue to leverage its in-house fuel cell technologies to explore new business opportunities and accelerate innovation in hydrogen-powered solutions.
The announcement also reflects Honda’s broader sustainability goals. The company is targeting carbon neutrality across all products and corporate activities by 2050, and is pursuing a vision of “zero environmental impact” throughout the entire product lifecycle. This strategy focuses on three key areas: carbon neutrality, clean energy, and resource circulation.
Honda has been investing in hydrogen and fuel cell research and development for more than three decades, positioning hydrogen—along with electricity—as a high-potential energy carrier for the future of mobility and energy solutions.
With the transition away from FCSM production, Honda signaled its intent to continue advancing hydrogen technology through independent development, reinforcing its commitment to sustainable innovation and long-term environmental responsibility.
