AMERICAN HONDA

American Honda is responsible for the sales, marketing, service, distribution and export of automobiles, motorcycles and power equipment in the United States. But the company's reach and influence extends far beyond, playing a key role in Honda's global success. American Honda maintains one of the most extensive R&D operations in the industry, with the capability of developing three separate automobile models simultaneously. And the company is a leader in environmental research, including both clean emissions and alternative fuels. Today, Honda operates 11 major manufacturing plants in North America, including automobile, motorcycle, power equipment, ATV and engine assembly plants. Together, American Honda employs more than 21,000 associates in North America.