Notice of the conclusion of a joint development agreement with Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. to standardize core ECU and software for next-generation SDV

Background and partnership overview

Honda Motor Co., Ltd. has entered into a joint development agreement with Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. to standardize multiple ECUs and in-vehicle software for the core of next-generation Software-Defined Vehicle (SDV), including vehicle OS, middleware, and control software. The two companies will focus on building common specifications around the core of the E&E architecture to optimize development resources, accelerate speed, and reduce costs. The plan targets application from FY2029 onward, with specific collaboration measures to be considered in the future.

Outlook and impact

This collaboration focuses on software, aiming to strengthen competitiveness through accelerated technological innovation and improved development efficiency. No specific costs or investment amounts are disclosed, and because the expected financial impact in FY2027 is minimal, the direct short-term effect on earnings is limited. Further specific measures and schedules of the collaboration are expected to be disclosed.