Nissan and Honda plan to merge

Honda and Nissan have it officially certain Rumors They seek to integrate. Both will still operate under their respective brands but with a new joint holding company as the parent company. If Mitsubishi, which is also controlled by Nissan, joins, the combined group will become the third largest automaker in the world by sales volume, with a net worth of $50 billion.

Nissan and Honda previously To work together on developing electric cars, but the joint company will be much more integrated. According to the press release, this could include standardizing vehicle platforms, consolidating R&D teams, and improving manufacturing systems and facilities. This can help reduce costs.

In the U.S., Nissan sells pickup trucks and large SUVs that Honda doesn’t offer, along with more experience in EVs and electric vehicles. On the other hand, Honda has a relatively stable financial situation while Nissan is struggling, especially in Japan.

– Matt Smith

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