Honda India to Launch First Electric Scooter by March 2025

• Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI) plans to launch its first electric vehicle, the Activa Electric, by the end of this fiscal year.
• The new EV will feature advanced technology like a touchscreen infotainment unit, connected features, and keyless operation.
• HMSI aims for one-third of its overall sales to come from the EV segment by 2030.
• The Indian electric two-wheeler market is heating up with competition from companies like Ola Electric, Ather Energy, and legacy players like TVS and Hero Motocorp.
• Union Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari predicts India will reach 1 Cr annual EV sales by 2030, creating 5 Cr jobs and a market worth INR 20 Lakh Cr.

Source: Inc42