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Honda and Nissan partner on next-generation vehicle software

Honda Motor Co. and Nissan Motor Co. have signed a joint development agreement to standardize core technologies for next-generation software-defined vehicles (SDVs). This collaboration follows the termination of previous merger discussions between the two Japanese automakers.

The partnership focuses on developing and standardizing several key components, including high-performance central electronic control units (ECUs), zone ECUs, in-vehicle operating systems, middleware, and vehicle control software. By sharing engineering resources and technical expertise, both companies aim to reduce research and development costs, accelerate innovation cycles, and achieve greater economies of scale.

The jointly developed electronic and electrical (E/E) architecture is expected to be implemented in their respective next-generation SDV models starting in fiscal year 2029. This strategic move is intended to bolster their competitiveness against global rivals, particularly emerging Chinese manufacturers like BYD and established players like Tesla, as the industry shifts toward centralized, software-driven vehicle architectures.

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BYD · Honda Motor Co. · Honda Motor Co., Ltd. · Mitsubishi Motors · Nissan Motor Co. · Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. · Tesla · Xiaomi

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