Japanese automakers Nissan and Honda agree to work together on software for cars

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1. 5h ago

   Nissan and Honda continue software alliance as Japanese auto sector shifts

   Nissan and Honda are partnering to develop vehicle software, electronic control units, and operating systems for a fiscal 2029 rollout. The companies aim to reduce the technical and financial costs associated with complex modern computer parts. While these two firms align on software, other Japanese automotive players are pursuing different paths. Toyota is currently exploring hydrogen-powered trucks and factory applications to improve logistics resilience and energy security through the JH2A initiative. Separately, motor maker Nidec Corp. reported 844 cases of quality control misconduct occurring over the last decade.

   Why it matters

   The shift toward software-defined vehicles requires massive investment in electronics and OS development. By sharing these burdens, Nissan and Honda hope to remain competitive against global tech-integrated automakers. This occurs amid a broader Japanese push for energy security and varied corporate governance challenges.

   What is confirmed

   • Nissan and Honda will jointly develop software, operating systems, and electronic control units for future vehicles.
   • The Nissan and Honda software rollout is targeted for fiscal 2029.
   • Nidec Corp. found 844 cases of quality control misconduct spanning the last decade.

   Still unconfirmed

   • Toyota is exploring hydrogen-powered trucks and factory use to boost energy security and logistics resilience.

   What to watch next

   • Updates on the JH2A hydrogen ramp-up
   • Progress reports on the Nissan-Honda software development timeline
   • Further investigation results from Nidec Corp regarding quality control
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   1. www.briefs.co — Toyota eyes hydrogen for parts-hauling trucks as Japan's carmakers huddle up
   2. ca.finance.yahoo.com — Japanese motor-maker Nidec says it found hundreds of cases of quality control misconduct
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2. 3d ago

   Nissan and Honda Partner on Next-Generation Vehicle Software

   Nissan and Honda will jointly develop software and electronics for future vehicles, targeting a rollout in fiscal 2029. The collaboration focuses on creating operating systems, vehicle software, and electronic control units (ECUs). This strategic alliance allows both companies to share the costs and technical burdens of developing complex computer parts for modern cars.

   Why it matters

   The agreement follows a previous attempt by the two companies to merge. It reflects a broader industry shift toward software-defined vehicles.

   What to watch next

   • Progress updates on the joint development of ECUs and operating systems
   • Confirmation of the fiscal 2029 rollout schedule
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   3. finance.yahoo.com — Honda Motor Co., Ltd. (HMC)
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   5. www.cnbctv18.com — Toyota considers hydrogen trucks after Japan’s fuel supply concerns grow
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3. 5d ago

   Nissan and Honda to jointly develop software for next-gen vehicles

   Nissan and Honda have agreed to work together on software and electronics for next-generation vehicles, with a target rollout in fiscal 2029. They will jointly develop computer parts and software, including ECUs, operating systems, and vehicle software. This partnership comes after a failed merger between the two companies.

   Why it matters

   The partnership between Nissan and Honda is significant as it brings together two major Japanese automakers to share resources and expertise in software development. The automotive industry is increasingly focused on software-defined vehicles, and this collaboration aims to help both companies stay competitive. The joint development of software and electronics will likely have cost and efficiency benefits for both companies.

   What is confirmed

   • Nissan and Honda will jointly develop computer parts and software for vehicles set to enter the market in fiscal 2029.
   • The partnership includes joint development of ECUs, operating systems, and vehicle software for next-generation software-defined vehicles.
   • The target rollout for the jointly developed software and electronics is fiscal 2029.

   What to watch next

   • Progress updates on the joint software development project
   • Details on the specific software and electronics to be developed
   • Impact on the automotive market and competition
   Sources used for this update (10)

   1. AP News — Japanese automakers Nissan and Honda agree to work together on software for cars
   2. Car and Driver — Nissan and Honda Are Officially Teaming Up on Software and Electronics for Next-Generation Vehicles
   3. Financial Times — Honda and Nissan strike software deal despite failed merger
   4. wsj.com — Nissan, Honda Team Up on Systems, Software
   5. Reuters — Honda, Nissan target rollout of joint vehicle software in fiscal 2029
   6. Automotive News — Honda, Nissan reconcile with software, electronics tech deal for next-gen vehicles from 2029
   7. autos.yahoo.com — Honda and Nissan Team Up on the Tech That Will Define Their Next Cars
   8. www.arkansasonline.com — Nissan, Honda enter partnership for ’29
   9. electriccarsreport.com — Nissan and Honda Team Up on Software-Defined Vehicle Technology
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