Soichiro Honda
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Founder of the Honda Motor Company, Soichiro Honda was an inspiring and powerful businessman. His passion for mechanics led him from tinkering in his father’s bicycle repair shop, to producing motorcycles and automobiles, to participating in Formula One racing. Comprehend what it took to build such an empire and gain a personal insight into the life of the man often referred to as ‘The Japanese Henry Ford’. His legacy lives on today and the Honda Foundation provides financial assistance to numerous charities. It also offers prizes and awards to encourage leaders in the field of eco-technology.
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