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TheDDS > Blog > Car News > Honda Nissan and Mitsubishi Motors Merger Confirmed
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Honda Nissan and Mitsubishi Motors Merger Confirmed

Adarsh Dutt Upadhyay
Last updated: December 23, 2024 9:38 am
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As we reported earlier, Honda Cars and Nissan Motor, two of Japan’s largest carmakers, have announced a significant merger for global markets. This collaboration marks a major turning point for the automotive industry. Honda and Nissan will establish a holding company together, with plans to finalize the deal by June 2025. Mitsubishi Motors, a key part of the Renault-Nissan alliance, will also join this partnership.

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Key Highlights of the MergerWhy the Merger MattersFocus on Electric Vehicles and SoftwareImpact on the Indian Market

Key Highlights of the Merger

The merger aims to integrate the automotive businesses of Honda and Nissan. A new holding company will be operational by August 2026. Honda will retain majority control, including key leadership roles such as the president. Once operational, the Honda-Nissan alliance will rank as the third-largest carmaker globally by sales volume. The two companies aim for combined sales worth $191 billion (₹1.62 lakh crore).

This merger is the biggest development in the auto industry since the Fiat Chrysler-PSA Group merger in 2021, which formed Stellantis. Honda and Nissan will work closely to address challenges and create new mobility solutions for the future.

Why the Merger Matters

Nissan has faced financial challenges in recent years. Declining sales and profits in the U.S. and China have forced the company to cut jobs and reduce production capacity. Makoto Uchida, CEO of Nissan, has even volunteered to forfeit half his salary to help the company. By joining hands with Honda, Nissan hopes to share costs and streamline production. This integration could deliver greater value to customers worldwide.

Honda President Toshihiro Mibe emphasized the importance of the collaboration. He stated, “We aim to be the leading company creating new mobility value. This merger could redefine the automotive industry.”

Focus on Electric Vehicles and Software

The collaboration will significantly focus on electric vehicles (EVs) and advanced automotive software. Earlier this year, Honda and Nissan began exploring a strategic EV production partnership. The goal is to reduce costs and compete with major players like Toyota, Tesla, and BYD.

Honda and Nissan will jointly develop electric vehicles and related software technologies. In August, they signed a deal for a feasibility study on a shared software platform. This partnership aims to enhance competitiveness in the fast-growing EV market.

Impact on the Indian Market

The Honda-Nissan merger will also influence the Indian market. Both brands have a presence in the mass-market segment. Honda offers models like the Amaze, City, and Elevate SUV. Nissan’s portfolio includes the Magnite SUV and the imported X-Trail SUV.

Both companies plan to launch electric vehicles in India. Honda has announced the electric version of the Elevate SUV. Nissan plans to introduce the Ariya electric SUV next year. It remains to be seen whether the two companies will collaborate on these EVs for the Indian market.

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