Honda Motor (NYSE:HMC) Co., Ltd. is a Japan-based multinational corporation primarily engaged in the design, manufacture, and sale of automobiles, motorcycles, and power products. The company’s automotive division produces a wide range of passenger vehicles, including sedans, hatchbacks, SUVs, and hybrid models. Honda is also a leading global motorcycle manufacturer, offering commuter bikes, sport bikes, and off-road motorcycles under its flagship brand. In addition to these core businesses, Honda develops and markets power equipment such as generators, water pumps, lawn mowers, and outboard marine engines.
Beyond land and marine products, Honda invests in advanced technologies such as robotics and environmental energy solutions. The company’s robotics division is known for developing humanoid robots like ASIMO, which showcase Honda’s expertise in mobility, artificial intelligence, and human–machine interaction. On the clean energy front, Honda has pursued fuel cell technology and electric vehicle platforms, collaborating with industry partners to accelerate the adoption of low-emission transportation solutions.
Founded in 1948 by Soichiro Honda and Takeo Fujisawa, Honda Motor Co. began as a small motorcycle manufacturer in Hamamatsu, Japan. Over the decades, it expanded globally, establishing manufacturing plants and sales networks across North America, Europe, Asia, and other regions. Today, Honda operates production facilities in over 20 countries and maintains regional headquarters in key markets such as the United States, China, and the European Union, supporting a diverse portfolio tailored to local customer preferences and regulatory requirements.
Under the leadership of President and CEO Toshihiro Mibe, who assumed the role in 2021, Honda continues to focus on sustainable growth, technological innovation, and operational efficiency. The company emphasizes research and development investments in electrification, automated driving, and connectivity, aiming to enhance product competitiveness and reduce environmental impact. Honda’s global workforce and extensive dealership network support its strategic vision of serving customers with reliable, high-quality mobility and power solutions worldwide.