Group 1: Joint Software Development - Honda Motor Co., Ltd. and Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. are in discussions to jointly develop and share a foundational software platform for advanced vehicle control systems to compete with leading U.S. and Chinese automakers in the software-defined vehicles (SDVs) market [1][9] - The two companies aim to introduce vehicles utilizing the new software in the latter half of the decade, emphasizing the need for massive data inputs for development and operation, making collaboration crucial for innovation and cost reduction [2] Group 2: Strategic Manufacturing Agreement - Nissan may begin manufacturing pickup trucks for Honda at its U.S. plants under a proposed strategic agreement, allowing Honda to diversify its U.S. vehicle lineup and mitigate the financial impact of new tariffs [5][6] - The proposed manufacturing agreement could enhance profitability for both firms, especially as recent tariff increases on Japanese imports are projected to reduce Honda's operating profit by ¥650 billion and Nissan's by up to ¥450 billion in fiscal 2025 [6]

日产首席执行官：不会有其他削减、整合日本整车生产基地的情况。 ...

日产首席执行官：日本国内工厂的利用率保持在平均60%的水平。 ...

智通财经7月15日电，日产汽车CEO表示，预计不会关停日本其他工厂。 ...

Core Viewpoint - Nissan Motor announced the closure of its production facility in Yokosuka, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan, by the end of the fiscal year 2027 as part of a global restructuring plan, with production being consolidated to its subsidiary, Nissan Motor Kyushu [1] Group 1 - The closure of the Yokosuka plant will lead to a transfer of vehicle production to Nissan Motor Kyushu [1] - Nissan is exploring various options for the future utilization of the Yokosuka plant after its closure [1] - Employees at the Yokosuka plant will remain employed until the end of the fiscal year 2027 [1]

日产汽车将于2027财年末停止位于日本神奈川追浜工厂的生产。 ...

日产：将生产转移至九州将大幅降低在日本的制造成本。 ...

日产：计划将生产从奥帕马工厂转移到日产汽车九州。将在2027财年前停止在奥帕玛工厂的生产。 ...

Core Viewpoint - The competition in the next-generation automotive sector will be significantly influenced by software updates that enhance driving performance and functionality, with companies like Tesla and Huawei leading the charge in software innovation [1][2]. Group 1: Collaboration between Honda and Nissan - Honda and Nissan are negotiating to standardize the basic software (operating system) for vehicle control, aiming to implement it in new models by the late 2020s [1]. - The two companies have been conducting joint research on software technology since August 2024, with plans to decide on mass production development based on the effectiveness of their collaboration [1][2]. - The collaboration is driven by concerns over data competition in the next-generation automotive field, where features like autonomous driving and enhanced in-car experiences are critical [2]. Group 2: Development of Operating Systems - Honda is developing its own operating system called "ASIMO," while Nissan is also advancing its proprietary system, aiming to create user-friendly systems akin to Apple's iOS and Google's Android [2]. - Both companies plan to launch vehicles equipped with their independently developed operating systems starting in 2026, with a joint system expected to debut in new models by the late 2020s [2]. - The collaboration aims to reduce development costs, which can reach trillions of yen, by sharing resources and technology [2]. Group 3: Competitive Landscape - Tesla, a leader in the industry, utilizes its own operating system, resolving approximately 40% of recall issues through software updates [2]. - Chinese tech companies like Huawei are also at the forefront of software innovation in the automotive sector [2].

日产汽车和本田将围绕车辆软件展开合作。（日经新闻） ...