Takashi Nakajima Steps into Leadership Role at Honda Cars India
Honda Motor Co., Ltd. has appointed Takashi Nakajima as the new President and CEO of Honda Cars India Ltd (HCIL) with effect from April 1, 2025. This is in line with Honda's global management restructuring annually.
Mr. Nakajima will replace Takuya Tsumura, who will return to Honda's head office in Japan upon the end of his term in India. Under his three-year tenure at the top, Mr. Tsumura spearheaded Honda's premium brand reputation, customer-focused solutions, and profitable growth for HCIL.
Having spent more than 30 years with Honda, Mr. Nakajima has extensive global experience to contribute to his new position. Joining the company in 1994, he has been responsible for significant roles in international markets such as Japan, China, Spain, the Czech Republic, and Russia, covering Business Planning, Product Planning, Marketing, and Sales Promotion.
Most recently, he was President of Honda Motor Russia and at the same time responsible for Product Planning, Marketing, and Corporate Communication for Honda's domestic automobile operations in Japan.
HCIL is confident that Mr. Nakajima's rich global exposure and strategic experience will further augment Honda's strong position in India's vibrant car market. He will lead by fostering innovation, enriching customers' experiences, and driving growth for the brand in one of the world's biggest automotive markets.
This succession signals a fresh era for Honda Cars India as it reaffirms its commitment towards delivering world-class vehicles and establishing an even bigger presence in India.
