Electric motors are increasingly important, as the energy transition reaches various industry sectors. Honda is aware of this and has a strong focus in the coming years.
While the Japanese manufacturer aims for climate neutrality in automobiles by 2040, there are currently no plans to completely phase out combustion engines in motorcycles. However, there is also a significant investment in electric power.
According to Motorrad Online, Honda aims to have at least two new two-wheeled electric models by 2025, and a total of 30 by 2030, with an annual production of about four million units. The investment amounts to around three billion euros.
Part of the plans include three models derived from the current 125 cubic centimeter category, intended not only for Japan, but also for Europe and the United States of America. There is also the possibility of introducing an electric Hornet suitable for A1 or even A2 driving licenses.
Currently in the conceptual phase is the Honda SC, an electric scooter with two removable battery packs, but the production version is expected to arrive by 2025.
Honda is not only focusing on motorcycles themselves, but also on the batteries. The idea is to use traditional lithium-ion batteries in the medium term, but with less flammable materials.
In the future, new solid-state batteries are planned. There are also other environmentally friendly alternatives, such as research in the hydrogen area and the conversion to sustainable fuels in some combustion engines in South America and India.