20.04.2026 22:41
Japanese automotive giant Honda will begin production at its new factory in Aliağa, İzmir, by the end of this month. Initially, the facility will focus on the market favorite PCX125 motorcycle model, with a starting capacity of 100,000 units per year, which is expected to increase to 200,000 units in the medium term. This massive investment, which will provide direct employment opportunities for more than 300 people, is expected to have a stimulating effect on the regional economy, along with its supply chain and logistics networks.
The Japanese automotive giant Honda is opening a new chapter in its production journey in Turkey.
PRODUCTION WILL START THIS MONTH
As part of the project launched under Honda Motor Company, preparations for the factory established in Aliağa, İzmir, are nearing completion. Aiming to strengthen its position in Turkey's growing motorcycle market, the company targets to officially start production by the end of the month.
ONLY ONE MODEL WILL BE PRODUCED
The opening model of the new factory will be the PCX125 scooter, which has broken sales records in Turkey and is a favorite for urban transportation. Initially focusing on a single model, the production line is planned to be expanded in the future to include different scooter and maxi-scooter models according to market needs.
GRADUAL GROWTH AND PRODUCTION VOLUME
On the other hand, the initial capacity of the factory is projected to be 100,000 units per year. However, Honda's confidence in the Turkish market and regional export potential raises the bar much higher for medium-term targets. The company plans to increase this volume to 200,000 units per year after optimization efforts on the production line and aims to make the region an important production hub.
MORE THAN 300 PEOPLE WILL BE EMPLOYED
The social dimension of the investment is materialized through employment figures. In the first phase of production, job opportunities will be created for more than 300 people directly at the factory, and it is stated that this number is just the visible part of the iceberg. With the factory becoming operational, the additional employment generated through the supply of parts by the sub-industry sectors, distribution networks, and logistics operations is expected to have a significantly positive impact on the unemployment figures in the regional economy.