Honda 2-Wheelers India Unveils Future Roadmap

The Global Resource Factory at Manesar is all set to become export hub for the brand

Published On: 21/04/22
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It will launch a new commuter motorcycle this year
It will introduce multiple EV models in the coming years
The footprint expansion into developed markets is also planned

Honda 2-Wheelers India has announced its future roadmap for the domestic market. The Global Resource Factory at Manesar is all set to become an export hub for the brand on the lines of ‘Making in India for the world’. A new low-end Honda motorcycle in the commuter segment will be launched this year in the Indian market. In addition, Honda plans a phase-wise implementation and integration of flex-fuel technology in its product portfolio. Presently, the company is in its feasibility-study stage for readying its EV model line-up and developing the overall ecosystem in India.

Honda will introduce multiple EV models in the coming years. The footprint expansion into developed markets with world-class products is also on the cards. Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Atsushi Ogata – Managing Director, President & CEO, Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India said, “Bringing the synergies of Honda’s global expertise with strong indigenous support, HMSI will further expand its horizons in India. A staggered implementation of flex-fuel technology and multiple EV model introduction in future will lead to an exciting journey ahead. HMSI also plans to enter the low-end motorcycle segment while boosting its new fun models’ business in domestic markets. Parallely expanding its wings overseas, HMSI aims to serve more developed countries with its highest level of global quality standards”

Honda is also striving for zero traffic collision fatalities involving Honda motorcycles and automobiles globally by 2050. Now all corporate functions at HMSI operate under one roof & one location at Manesar plant for driving combined efficiencies across all teams & verticals. Elaborating on the HMSI’s future roadmap, Mr. Yadvinder Singh Guleria, Director – Sales & Marketing, Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India said, “Cherishing a relationship of trust with customers & community built over 20 years, HMSI today delights more than 5 crore Indian families. Moving further, though supply chain issues still persist and the industry facing head winds of increasing commodity & fuel prices, we anticipate a sustained market recovery on a lower base of last fiscal.”

A mechanical engineering dropout by choice, Mayank has been in the auto journalism biz for the past 8 years. He is currently working as an Associate Editor at Droom Discovery and covering each and every aspect of the auto industry. He has worked with a plethora of renowned Auto brands in his illustrious career so far. Being a student of English Literature, his mantras of success are the Never-Say-Never attitude and self-confidence. Mayank likes to travel, read books and listen to music during his free time.