Nissan, Honda Team Up to Develop Vehicle Software
The Japanese automakers will standardize core vehicle computers and software for next-generation models from fiscal 2029.
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Nissan and Honda have agreed to jointly develop and standardize the core computers and software for their next generation software-defined vehicles, seeking to cut costs and shorten development cycles.
The companies will set common specifications for multiple electronic control units, or ECUs. These include high-performance central computers using system-on-chip technology and zone controllers that manage electronics in different parts of a vehicle.
The agreement also covers the in-vehicle operating system, key middleware and vehicle-control software. Both automakers plan to introduce an electrical and electronic architecture incorporating the jointly developed systems from fiscal 2029, according to their joint announcement on Monday, August 31.
Software-defined vehicles rely on centralized computing and code to manage more functions, allowing features to be added or improved through over-the-air updates. Developing these platforms requires heavy investment in chips, operating systems and engineering.
By pooling development resources, Nissan and Honda aim to reduce costs, gain economies of scale and bring new technology to market more quickly.
The agreement covers high-performance central computers using system-on-chip technology as well as zone controllers that manage electronics in different parts of a vehicle.
The software collaboration forms part of a wider strategic partnership between the two Japanese automakers, which have been exploring joint work in electrification and other technologies.
Mitsubishi Motors, Nissan’s alliance partner, is considering joining the collaboration and remains in talks with the two companies about potential areas of cooperation, Reuters reported.
