Honda5 Sep 2025Trump signs order to cut tariffs on Japanese cars to 15%The formalisation of a deal that was announced in July eases uncertainty for Japan's motor industry giants.5 Sep 20252 Sep 2025First firms could move to old Honda site in monthsDeveloper Panatonni says no contracts have been signed, but it is having "exciting" discussions.2 Sep 202513 Feb 2025Honda-Nissan multi-billion dollar merger collapsesThe Japanese car making giants aimed to combine their businesses to compete against Chinese rivals.13 Feb 202523 Dec 2024Honda and Nissan join forces to take on China in carsThe firms want to strengthen their offerings in the face of Chinese competition in the electric vehicle sector.23 Dec 202418 Dec 2024Honda and Nissan hold merger talksIn March, the two Japanese car makers agreed to explore a strategic partnership for electric vehicles.18 Dec 202414 Sep 2024Motorcycle parade to light up seafront Organisers say motorcycle riders will be parading their bikes decked out in neon lights.14 Sep 20244 Jun 2024Toyota raided as safety testing scandal growsToyota has apologised for providing incorrect or manipulated data for safety certification tests.4 Jun 20244 Mar 2024PM at launch of £900m complex on former Honda sitePanattoni Park will create "thousands and thousands" of jobs, Rishi Sunak says.4 Mar 202426 Feb 2024Former Honda site development plans signed offA developer has permission to knock down the factory and instead put up 11 new buildings.26 Feb 2024...