Honda Philippines Inc. Celebrates the Click125 New Model and Engine Localization Milestone

Milestone reinforces the company’s leadership in the country and among Filipino consumers

[From L-R] Ms. Maria Fe Quijano, Honda Philippines Inc. (HPI), Assistant Vice President Finance;  Mr. Juan Gerry Datario, HPI Assistant Vice President Administration Division; Mr. Seiki Futagoishi, Honda Parts Manufacturing Corp. (HPMC) President; Mr. Takeshi Kobayashi, HPI President; Mr. Junichiro Imamura, General Manager, Honda Motor Co., Ltd.;;  Mr. Reynaldo Lignes, Board of Investment (BOI), Acting Director, Manufacturing Industries Service; Mr. Elvin Garcia, Acting Division Chief, Heavy Industries Division, Manufacturing Industries Service; Mr. Taguchi Tetsuro, Honda Motor Co., Ltd Strategy Division; Mr. Hikaru Yokomura, Chief Engineer, LPL, Honda R&D Southeast Asia;  Mr. Kohei Yamamoto, HPI Executive Vice President-Manufacturing Division; Mr. Jomel Jerezo, HPI Vice President-MC Sales Office & Supply Chain Management Division; Mr. Motomasa Komori HPI Vice President-Finance Division;

Tanauan City, Batangas - [February 18, 2026] - Honda Philippines, Inc., the No.1 motorcycle manufacturer in the country, reinforces its leadership in the industry as the company celebrates another significant milestone in its continuing journey. The Line‑Off Ceremony of the Click125 New Model and Engine Localization through a ceremony that was held at HPI Batangas. The event was presided by Mr. Takeshi Kobayashi, President of Honda Philippines Inc., and attended by members of HPI’s Executive Committee and special guests Mr. Junichiro Imamura, General Manager, Honda Motor Co., Ltd; Mr. Taguchi Tetsuro, Expert Engineer, Honda Motor Co., Ltd and Mr. Hikaru Yokomura, Chief Engineer, LPL, Honda R&D Southeast Asia

As the leading motorcycle manufacturer in the country, Honda's Click125 New Model and Engine Localization is not only a celebration of a new product—it is a celebration of progress, capability, and the unwavering commitment of every associates and stakeholders who contributed to this achievement.

“The increase of localization initiative aims to promote flexibility. We must expand our capability to supply the increasing demand with the highest quality and innovative technology,” said Takeshi Kobayashi, President of Honda Philippines, Inc.

Click125 has significant contribution in HPI’s historical achievement in 2025. Combining all models, we reached over 1Million mark with a total of 1,041,237 units in retail sales and 1,044,510 units in wholesales. This model is the No. 1 trusted partner among Filipino riders, for daily mobility whether for work, school, or daily needs. With its new stylish design, smarter features and dependable performance, the Click125 reflects Honda’s promise for continuous innovations to make everyday mobility better for our riders.

The Philippine motorcycle market is expected to grow with the continuous demand for Honda products. Thus, HPI aims even higher, innovate even bolder, and continue building products that bring joy and mobility to every Filipino.

Click 125 Production Milestone:

• December 2022: Click 125 Frame Assembly Localization, “#The Ultimate Game Changer”
• April 2024: Click 125 Model Refresh, “#The Ultimate Game Changer”
• April 2025: Click 125 Model Refresh, “#The Ultimate Game Changer”
• February 2026: Click 125 Engine Localization “#Game Changer Upgrade”

This project represents the best of what Honda stands for: innovation, quality, and excellence. The introduction of this Click125 new model and the successful localization is a powerful assertion that HPI remains committed to delivering mobility solutions that bring joy to Filipinos and meet the highest global standards.

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