Honda and Nissan discuss collaboration but deny merger

Honda and Nissan have been in discussions about potential collaborations. In March, they announced a partnership on electric vehicles, and in August, they agreed to work together on battery technology. Both companies are facing challenges; Nissan is dealing with declining revenue, while Honda's plan to sell only zero-emission vehicles by 2040 is encountering difficulties due to reduced demand for electric vehicles.

What have Honda and Nissan been discussing recently?

• A merger between the two companies

• A new marketing strategy

• A joint venture in Asia

• A potential collaboration

What did Honda and Nissan announce in March?

• A new line of hybrid vehicles

• A partnership on electric vehicles

• A joint venture in Europe

• A merger of their companies

In August, what did Honda and Nissan decide to collaborate on?

• Marketing strategies

• Autonomous driving technology

• Battery technology

• New car models

What challenge is Nissan currently facing?

• Increasing production costs

• Supply chain disruptions

• Falling revenue

• Regulatory issues

What is Honda's goal for 2040?

• To become the largest car manufacturer

• To launch a new luxury brand

• To sell only zero-emission vehicles

• To double its market share