Honda counters China's 'superficial' EV sedan designs with sleek Saloon

Honda Saloon concept CES 2024 — The Honda Saloon concept, which debuted at the CES tech show earlier this month, has a wedge-shaped look reminiscent of 1970s sports cars. (Nick Gibbs)

January 23, 2024 09:18 AM

LAS VEGAS -- Honda's electric sedan concept -- with its striking wedge shape -- was created to counter the "superficial" designs prevalent on battery-powered rivals from China, the car's creator said.

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