Honda R&D
Technical Forum

The Honda R&D Technical Forum (HTF) is an academic conference within Honda, where engineers from around the world gather to discuss and exchange ideas on the latest technologies. This forum symbolizes Honda’s corporate culture of respecting engineers and supporting their challenges. As a breeding ground for new ideas and innovations, it provides an opportunity for engineers to share their knowledge and create future technologies together.

Key Features of the HTF

Diverse Range of Themes

Diverse Range of Themes

At the HTF, research themes extend beyond automobiles to encompass a wide range of mobility and services. Numerous sessions are held in advanced fields such as design, AI, robotics, energy, and materials, showcasing Honda’s diverse technological domains. Additionally, as a special program, external experts are invited to give lectures and participate in panel discussions with Honda R&D leaders. These initiatives provide a platform to explore future possibilities from multiple perspectives and share new challenges.

Open and Lively Discussions

Open and Lively Discussions

These discussions transcend affiliations and titles, embodying Honda’s spirit of “all are equal in the presence of technology.” This event goes beyond simply sharing success stories. It shares valuable lessons from challenges and failures, and delves into technology through lectures and poster sessions. These efforts foster the germination of new projects and ideas, paving the way for technological innovation.

Building a Global Network

Building a Global Network

More than 100 associates gather from Honda’s overseas operating sites, sharing the latest technologies, diverse cultures, and values from around the world. Through this forum, Honda’s global network is strengthened, and technical collaboration and co-creation that transcends regions and cultures are promoted.

The 2024 Forum

Held in December, the 2024 HTF (fiscal year) focused on the theme “Human Centric?” In three days, over 1,000 engineers attended more than 250 presentations across 25 fields. Participants explored the future of “human-centric technology” through lively technical discussions, sharing new insights and ideas.