Honda May Get Its First Full-Size SUV And Pickup

Honda May Use Nissan For Its Big Trucks And SUVs In The U.S.
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Questions raised over merger of Honda, Nissan
Honda and Nissan expect big benefits from their potential merger to create the world's third-largest auto group but intense competition in the segment raises questions about whether they can make it work in time. The Japanese automakers said they had agreed to begin formal talks on a merger, aiming to finalize the deal by August 2026.
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.
Honda And Nissan's $58 Billion Merger Warrants Cautionary Approach From Investors
Honda and Nissan’s merger risks failure due to cultural clashes and misalignment. Find out why HMC and NSANY stocks are uncertain investments.
Honda-Nissan Merger Could Mean More Big Trucks for Americans
With their merger seeming increasingly inevitable, Honda and Nissan are considering more than just the benefits of cost savings on future electric products. With Trump returning to office and some import manufacturers feeling pressure to adjust their production strategies,

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Photos: 136th Rose Parade presented by Honda
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but it is the only available trim in Japan with a six-speed manual gearbox Despite a recent cyberattack disrupting dealerships across the United States, Honda’s deliveries saw a significant ...
Honda unveils sleek electric sedan and SUV prototypes at CES 2025
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