Honda to Launch More Than 10 Electric Two-Wheelers by 2025

Honda is planning to launch at least 10 new electric two-wheelers by 2025 as it seeks to tap into the growing worldwide market.

The Japanese manufacturer announced a new strategy detailing how it plans to overhaul its electric moped and motorbike lineups, reducing CO2 from existing ICE models and increasing the number of all-electric options available to consumers.

Two new commuter EV models will arrive between 2024 and 2025 for riders in Asia, Europe, and Japan and will "feature unique added-value to accommodate the needs of the respective market."

Five new commuter electric moped and electric bicycle models will land in China, Asia, Europe, and Japan between this year and 2024. Four new large FUN electric motorbikes — not necessarily sport bikes — will arrive in the US, Japan, and Europe between 2024-5. One of the models will also be designed for children.

Honda also said that it will "make use of all its resources to ensure stable battery procurement." The company also committed to aiming to equip its electric motorcycle models with all-solid-state batteries. 

Similarly, the company said it will aim to "enhance" battery and charging infrastructure with Mobile Power Packs and battery-sharing businesses. In Indonesia, for example, the company has established a battery-sharing service in Bal and is working on standardising swappable batteries with a local partner. 

In Japan, ENEOS and the four major Japanese motorcycle manufacturers (Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki, and Yamaha) jointly established Gachaco, Inc. in April 2020, planning to begin a motorcycle battery sharing service this fall. Similar efforts are also underway in Europe and India.