Honda Philippines, Inc. (HPI) commences with the appointment of Mr. Takeshi Kobayashi as its new President. Kobayashi, bringing over 25 years of extensive experience within Honda, having held leadership positions across Japan and Europe, most recently serving as Director of Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India Pvt. Ltd. HPI anticipates that Kobayashi’s deep understanding of the global motorcycle business and strategic insight will drive the company to new achievements. His leadership is expected to foster innovations tailored to the unique needs of the Filipino riding community, aligning with Honda’s global vision to empower everyday journeys and uplift lives.
In his new role, Mr. Kobayashi expressed his honor in joining HPI and outlined ambitious goals, including exceeding 1 million combined motorcycle sales and production (ICE and EV) and expanding the Power Products Business. This will be supported by a strengthened product lineup strategy, engaging launch concepts, and enhanced customer service operations to ensure the best customer experience.