Bombay High Court
Yamaha vs Honda WR Trademark Fight Heats Up, Bombay High Court Grants Major Relief
Anthony Lane
The Bombay High Court overturned a 2021 decision blocking Yamaha’s trademark application for “WR,” allowing it to proceed despite Honda’s existing “WR-V” brand. The court emphasized Yamaha’s global reputation and ordered public advertisement of the mark for formal objections. The ruling clarifies Indian trademark procedures and sets a precedent for global brand protection within India’s IP legal framework.
