Honda and Nissan plan to merge as the two Japanese firms seek to fight back against competition from the Chinese car industry. Joining forces would create one of the world's biggest car producers alongside Toyota, Volkswagen, General Motors and Ford. And who is France's new finance minister?

The two major Japanese automakers are discussing a merger. Here is what to know, from the reasons why they are doing this to how it could impact you.

Talks about a possible merger of Nissan and Honda is the latest reaction as the global auto industry races to electrify prompted by China competition.

Among the reasons for Honda Motor to enter merger talks with Nissan Motor, one looms large: China.

Ford and Honda are obvious auto stock market losers this year. One has a catalyst that could move its stock higher. The other does not.

This year, for the first time ever, hybrid and electric vehicles accounted for more than half of all cars sold in China, the world's largest auto market. A potential partnership between Honda and ...

Japanese automakers Honda and Nissan will attempt to merge and create the world’s third-largest automaker by sales as the industry undergoes dramatic changes in its transition away from fossil fuels

Facing extreme competitive pressure from the rise of Chinese EV makers, the Nos. 2 and 3 Japanese automakers turn to each other to build strength.

Honda and Nissan expect big benefits from their potential merger to create the world's third-largest auto group but intense competition from China raises questions about whether they can make it work in time.

After kicking off discussions on Monday, Honda and Nissan said they plan to provide more details on Mitsubishi’s involvement around the end of January 2025. The EV merger is expected to be official by August 2026.

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