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Honda and Nissan are aiming for an August 2026 formal agreement to jointly develop next-generation Software-Defined Vehicles (SDVs), focusing on sharing core software and control units to cut costs and compete with global rivals.

Key Partnership Goals

• Shared OS & Software: Building a common base using Nissan's tech foundation.


• ECU Standardization: Using the same electronic control units across both brands by 2029.


• Cost Reduction: Splitting heavy development expenses to fight US and Chinese competitors

** What is a SDV ?

The Software-Defined Vehicle (SDV) revolutionizes the way cars are used, enabling continuous updates and the enhancement of new functions throughout the vehicle’s lifecycle.