Auto Expo 2018: Honda Ready To Launch 11 New Models Motorcycles and Scooter in India

Honda Motorcycles and Scooter India on Wednesday unveiled 11 new products at the Auto Expo 2018, including an all-new 160cc motorcycle X-Blade that will be launched next month and a new version of its popular scooter Activa.

Takahiro Hachigo, President, CEO & Representative Director, Honda Motor Co., Japan, said: “India being the largest motorcycle market for Honda, now contributes almost one-third of Honda’s global motorcycle sales. Global Honda will continue to provide full support to our Indian motorcycle operations. By providing more advanced models with segment leading features, we will create higher value at a reasonable price and transform customer expectations into reality.”

Honda sold about 19 million units last year across 120 countries.

Minoru Kato, President & CEO, Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India Pvt. Ltd., said: “Gaining maximum market share, Honda is set to cross 6 million sales target this fiscal year…2018 will be an exciting year for the two-wheeler industry and Honda is all set to transform the way India rides in future.”

“Indian two-wheeler market is accepting scooters like never before. Leading from the front, ‘India loves Activa’. Giving the love back, Honda is delighted to introduce the fifth generation Activa 5G to give Joy of Riding to all generations,” Yadvinder Singh Guleria, Senior Vice President - Sales and Marketing, Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India Pvt. Ltd., said.