Honda
Japanese automotive manufacturer
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# Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
**Honda Motor Co., Ltd.** (commonly known as **Honda**) is a Japanese multinational conglomerate primarily known for its automotive, motorcycle, and power equipment manufacturing.
## Corporate Overview
* **Headquarters:** Toranomon Alcea Tower, Toranomon, Minato, Tokyo, Japan.
* **Founding:** Established in October 1946 by Soichiro Honda.
* **Key Distinctions:**
* World's largest motorcycle manufacturer (since 1959).
* World's largest manufacturer of internal combustion engines by volume.
## Production Statistics
* **Motorcycles:** Reached a cumulative production milestone of 500 million units as of May 2025.
* **Power Units:** Produces more than 14 million internal combustion engines annually.
## Historical Significance
Founded in the post-war era by visionary engineer Soichiro Honda, the company transitioned from a small technical research institute into a global power in the automotive industry. It has maintained its leadership in small-engine technology and two-wheeled transportation for over six decades.
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🇺🇸 Honda reports declining profit as tariffs and EV moves hurt automaker's results
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