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Japanese carmakers eye innovation, India boost to overcome US, China speed bump
Toyota, Suzuki, Nissan, Honda, and other Japanese players unveil aggressive expansion plans, ranging from smaller EVs to reinventing iconic old brands, during the Japan Mobility Show.
5 min read31 Oct 2025Toyota, Honda, Nissan, other auto stocks rally in Japanese stock market as Nikkei jumps 2%; Here’s why
Shares of Japanese car manufacturers soared on Wednesday, with Toyota rising by 11 per cent and Honda climbing 9 per cent, following U.S. President Donald Trump's announcement of a trade agreement with Japan that involves a 15% tariff.
1 min read23 Jul 2025Honda says ABS rollout from Jan for two-wheelers to drive up imports
Honda Motorcycles, India's second-largest two-wheeler maker, has cautioned against rolling out ABS norms from January. Its larger peer Hero Moto has already voiced concerns. Will the norms aimed at improving two-wheeler safety be deferred? Read on to know what the govt thinks
2 min read20 Jul 2025Honda aims to acquire 30% market share in India's two-wheeler market by 2030
Honda is aiming to acquire 30% market share in the Indian two-wheeler market by the year 2030, along with acquiring 50% global two wheeler market share in the long run.
2 min read20 Jul 2025Mint Quick Edit | Honda’s liftoff success: Yes, the Japanese car-maker is headed for space
The Japanese carmaker surprised the world with a successful test of a reusable rocket, a field pioneered by Elon Musk’s SpaceX. As competition stirs in this arena, will India see action too?
1 min read20 Jun 2025Nissan's global layoffs to skip India as it lines up new SUVs
The maker of Magnite SUV plans to introduce three new car models in the next two years and increase its sales outlets from 159 to 180 this fiscal.
2 min read28 May 2025Honda scales back pure electric vehicle ambitions as focus turns to hybrid cars
On Tuesday, the Japanese carmaker said it will focus on hybrid cars, and will launch 13 models between 2027 and 2031 as easier environmental regulations and global trade uncertainties have slowed the adoption of electric cars in the developed countries.
3 min read20 May 2025Honda risks becoming a third wheel in India with its new electric scooter strategy
Japanese companies like Honda had cracked the two-wheeler game across South Asia. The Honda Activa, for instance, has been a big success in India. But this auto-maker might trample on its own success with its eccentric strategy for its new class of electric scooters.
4 min read7 Mar 2025Nissan to step back from Honda merger after board votes against $58 billion tie-up: Report
Honda-Nissan merger: The collapse could spell trouble for Nissan, which was counting on its Japanese peer for a lifeline. Nissan's standing in the global auto industry has declined over listless leadership and an uncompetitive product lineup.
2 min read5 Feb 2025Honda City Apex Limited Edition launched in India: Check price and what all is new
Honda Cars India has launched the City Apex Limited Edition sedan, priced from ₹13.30 lakh to ₹15.62 lakh. It features new badging, upgraded interiors, and retains the 1.5-litre engine. The model offers advanced safety features and improved fuel efficiency.
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