Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI) has officially entered the electric mobility market with the launch of its first electric scooters, the Activa e and QC1. These models mark a significant milestone in Honda’s journey towards electrification, aligning with the company’s global sustainability goals under the “Triple Action to ZERO” strategy, which aims for carbon neutrality by 2050.
Features and specifications
The Activa e comes with a swappable battery setup, while the QC1 features a fixed battery configuration. Both models offer a range of 102 km on a single charge and three riding modes: Standard, Sport, and Econ.
Honda has designed the Activa e to retain the body and frame of its internal combustion engine (ICE) counterpart while introducing modern styling, including an LED headlamp and integrated tail lamp unit.
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Bookings and availability
Bookings for the Activa e and QC1 will begin on January 1, 2025, with deliveries set to commence in February. The pricing details are yet to be announced.
Statements from Honda leadership
- Tsutsumu Otani, Managing Director, President, and CEO of HMSI, called the launch a defining step in Honda’s commitment to sustainable mobility, emphasizing the company’s focus on clean energy, resource circulation, and carbon neutrality.
- Yogesh Mathur, Director of Sales and Marketing, highlighted the diverse needs of customers addressed through the Activa e’s swappable battery and QC1’s fixed setup, ensuring a hassle-free ownership experience.
Global presence
These scooters represent Honda’s 12th and 13th electric vehicles globally, underlining the Japanese automaker’s growing focus on EVs across markets.
Honda’s entry into the Indian EV segment is expected to intensify competition, particularly with the rising demand for sustainable and efficient urban mobility solutions.
