Honda and Nissan deny merger reports but admit they are exploring possible cooperation

Nissan and Honda said the merger report was not announced by either company. Both companies said in emailed statements, "The content of the relevant report was not released by our company. As announced in March this year, Honda and Nissan are exploring various possibilities for future cooperation to give full play to each other's strengths. If there is further news, we will announce it to stakeholders at the appropriate time."