Honda’s merger with Nissan looks like a disaster

Why Honda is merging with Nissan: factories, SUVs, and China
While Honda does have the Prologue, that vehicle was part of a $5 billion joint venture with GM that only lasted through the development of two vehicles. The Prologue has been a surprise EV hit, selling over 33,000 in 2024 and outselling the larger gas-powered Honda Passport.
Honda’s merger with Nissan looks like a disaster, but not all is lost
The problem is there is no likely outcome that would leave both companies and their employees better off than they are today.
Honda And Nissan's $58 Billion Merger Warrants Cautionary Approach From Investors
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Commentary: The Honda/Nissan Proposed Merger
That still puts the new proposed company behind Volkswagen, and far behind Toyota. It would have placed them just above Hyundai/Kia last year, but barely. So, let's be honest here. This is not a merger-it is a purchase essentially,
Honda and Nissan in Merger Discussions Amid EV Upheaval
The Japanese automakers Honda and Nissan are discussing a merger to compete with China’s burgeoning EV industry. If the
Will Honda be in control if Nissan and Honda merge?
Nissan and Honda have collaborated on various projects over the years, mainly to share development costs and increase economies of scale in low-volume vehicle segments, including mini-vehicles and commercial vehicles. More recently they extended their collaboration to include the development of hybrid and autonomous driving technologies.
Honda May Get Its First Full-Size SUV And Pickup From Nissan Merger
Honda may soon get its first opportunity to make a true full-size SUV and pickup truck, according to AutomotiveNews. After speaking with Honda Motor Co.'s executive vice president, Noriya Kaihara, the outlet learned that the merger between Honda and Nissan could give Honda access to Nissan's experience and knowledge in producing full-size body-on-frame trucks.
China’s electric car sales grew in 2024 as sales of gasoline cars plunged
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Nissan Dongfeng Z9 Pickup Launches In China, Could Get 435 HP Hybrid Version Down The Line
Non-hybridized versions of the pickup include a 258 hp 2.0-liter petrol four and a 190 hp 2.3-liter turbodiesel, and are ...
China is forcing out foreign car companies
This year has been troubling for almost all foreign carmakers in that country, which boasts the world’s largest car market.
What went wrong at Nissan?
And will a merger with Honda make the difference?
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Here’s what the Honda and Nissan merger means for your next car purchase
(TestMiles) – The automotive world is abuzz with the latest developments: Honda and Nissan are joining forces to tackle the ...