Yamaha Motor CEO on Trade Tensions, Electric Motorcycles

The transcript discusses a Japan-based company's perspective on global trade tensions, particularly between the US and China, and their impact on the supply chain. It covers the company's plans to enter the car business with new technologies, their relationship with Toyota, and the pressure to supply engines. The conversation also touches on the potential for autonomous and electric vehicles, including motorcycles, and the company's strategy to regain market share in India by introducing advanced engines.

What is a significant challenge for the Japan-based company due to global trade tensions?

• Lack of skilled labor

• Tax wars affecting manufacturing

• Increased demand for products

• Overproduction of goods

What is the company's current stance on investing in car manufacturing facilities?

• They are investing only in the US

• They are making large investments

• They are not investing significantly

• They have stopped all investments

How does the company view its relationship with Toyota?

• As a competitive rivalry

• As a simple business relationship

• As a strategic partnership

• As a joint venture

What is the company's perspective on autonomous motorcycles?

• They are in high demand

• They are not currently desired by customers

• They are ready for market

• They are more popular than cars

Why is the company focusing on electrifying its products?

• To compete with drones

• To follow a new trend

• To reduce CO2 emissions

• To increase production costs

What challenge does the company face in the Indian market?

• Regulatory hurdles in Europe

• Competition from Honda and local manufacturers

• High production costs

• Lack of market demand

What regulatory change is expected to impact the company's engine technology in India?

• Relaxation of emission standards

• Increase in import duties

• Ban on electric vehicles

• Introduction of BS 6 Regulation