How a Nissan and Honda merger affects the auto industry

If Mitsubishi Motors joins Nissan and Honda, the merger could result in a behemoth worth of about $55 billion based on the market capitalization of all three automakers.

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.

​ If Mitsubishi Motors joins Nissan and Honda, the merger could result in a behemoth worth of about $55 billion based on the market capitalization of all three automakers.

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.