Honda Halts Production Due to Parts Shortages

Abdullah

19 Oct 2023

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Honda Halts Production Due to Parts Shortages

Auto manufacturers are still grappling with the challenges of inventory and parts shortages, and Honda has joined the ranks of companies forced to shut down its manufacturing plant due to these issues.

Honda's Manufacturing Plant Closure

Honda has made the decision to close its manufacturing plant for an entire week, starting from October 24 and lasting until October 31. The company stated, "In case of any change in the plan, it will be updated accordingly."

It's worth noting that Honda previously halted its production for several weeks. The auto giant had initially suspended its manufacturing operations in March, and this disruption continued until May.

Production Shutdowns Across the Industry

Honda is not the only automotive company facing production setbacks. Toyota Indus Motor Company (IMC) also announced a shutdown of its production lines, attributing the decision to inventory shortages. IMC's production operations will remain suspended until November 17.

Impact on Vehicle Prices

Both Honda and Toyota IMC are expected to adjust their vehicle prices upon resuming production. This is primarily due to a favorable change in the US dollar to Pakistani rupee exchange rate, which has improved from Rs. 307 per US Dollar to Rs. 280. Since the auto industry heavily relies on imports, this shift in the exchange rate is likely to lead to lower car prices in the near future, assuming the exchange rate remains stable at its current level.

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