Honda's Electric Motorbike Push Starts in Southeast Asia

Japanese automaker Honda will launch its first electric motorbike for everyday use in Vietnam and Thailand this year. The company announced the plan this week. It aims to sell the new model in other Asian countries after the initial launch. Honda is the world's largest motorcycle maker. Its move into electric two-wheelers is a major shift. The company has long focused on gasoline engines. Industry experts say the decision targets a key market. Southeast Asia is the biggest region for motorbike sales globally. Local competitors from China and India are already selling popular electric models there. Honda says it will build a dedicated electric motorcycle production line at one of its main factories in Thailand. This shows a long-term commitment to electric vehicle technology for two-wheelers. The company did not release the name, price, or exact launch date for the new electric bike.