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Hero vs Honda: Inside the Race for India's Two-Wheeler Crown

In a market undergoing deep transitions, Hero MotoCorp and Honda Motor Company are locked in a high-stakes battle for dominance: Who will ride ahead, Autocar Professional explore.

16 May 2025 | 10736 Views | By Kiran Murali & Ketan Thakkar

India’s two-wheeler market is at a historic crossroads. Once defined by utility and mass mobility, it is now being reshaped by premium aspirations, electric transitions, and discerning urban consumers. At the heart of this transformation lies a fierce rivalry between two titans—Hero MotoCorp, the long-reigning domestic champion, and Honda, the ...

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