According a recent report, Honda plans to produce hybrid cars in China in two to three years.
Besides, Honda also intends to introduce the Insight and four other hybrid vehicles it exports from Japan to China in 2012.
The race to offer eco-friendly vehicles in China is expected to intensify due to the Chinese government is planning to tighten environmental regulations on vehicles.
Among other Japanese automakers, Toyota recently obtained permission from the Chinese government to resume production of the Prius in this country.
