Takashi Nakajima Takes the Helm at Honda Cars India

Honda has appointed Takashi Nakajima as the President & CEO of Honda Cars India, effective April 2025. Nakajima, currently President of Honda Motor Russia, will succeed Takuya Tsumura. He has over 30 years of experience within Honda, with roles spanning various international markets and functions.

In a strategic leadership update, Japanese automaker Honda has announced the appointment of Takashi Nakajima as the new President and CEO of Honda Cars India, effective April 1, 2025.

Nakajima brings extensive experience to the role, having served as the President of Honda Motor Russia since 2021. He will succeed Takuya Tsumura, who is set to return to Japan to join Honda's headquarters.

Nakajima's career with Honda, which began in 1994, spans over 30 years and includes significant roles in Japan, China, Spain, Czech Republic, and Russia, particularly in business planning and marketing. Tsumura's efforts in strengthening Honda's premium brand positioning and expanding exports have been pivotal during his tenure in India.

(With inputs from agencies.)