Honda Cars India (HCIL) has commenced car production at its Tapukara Plant in Alwar, Rajasthan, India.
The company has invested INR35.26bn ($568m) at this plant, which is the first for the company in the state.
The plant features an integrated manufacturing unit with forging, press shop, powertrain shop, weld shop, paint shop, plastic moulding, engine assembly, frame assembly and engine testing facility.
HCIL president & CEO Hironori Kanayama said: "With overwhelming response to our current models like Honda Amaze & all-new City and promising future line-up, we are ready to cater to the strong demand for Honda cars from our customers in India."
The plant currently has over 3200 employees. HCIL will initially produce Honda Amaze at this new plant.
With a capacity to produce 120,000 units per annum, the new plant will increase the production capacity of the company to 240,000 units annually in India.
Honda Motor Japan managing officer Yoshiyuki Matsumoto said: "India is an important market for Honda and with the beginning of car production at Tapukara plant, we are advancing our commitment to expand Honda's business in India."
Image: HCIL will start with Honda Amaze production at this new plant. Photo: Courtesy of Honda Cars India Limited.
