Japanese automakers Nissan and Honda agree to work together on software for cars
TOKYO (AP) — Japanese automakers Nissan and Honda entered a deal to jointly develop computer parts and software for vehicles set to enter the market in fiscal 2029, both sides said Monday. Under the deal, Nissan, based in the port city of Yokohama , and…
Japanese automakers Nissan and Honda have announced a partnership to jointly develop software and computer parts for vehicles set to launch in fiscal 2029, according to a Monday agreement. Both companies will collaborate on standardized parts, known as "core ECUs" or electronic control units, and software. The deal was part of ongoing discussions initiated in 2024, aimed at advancing electric vehicles and automotive intelligence technology.
Nissan, headquartered in Yokohama, produces electric cars like the Leaf and luxury models such as Infiniti, while Honda manufactures the Accord sedan, Civic compact, and Odyssey minivan. The agreement does not specifically mention electric vehicles or model names and focuses on software-defined vehicles, which can be updated and controlled through software.
As the auto industry intensifies globally, driven by advancements like automated driving and zero-emission technologies, vehicles are becoming more like computers packed with electronic components and software. Sharing components and joint research will help reduce costs, accelerate development, and enhance efficiency through economies of scale.
Other major automakers, including European firms Volkswagen, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, and Stellantis, are also collaborating in software development to share common operating systems.
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