Nissan and Honda Bet Big on AI: Is This the End of Car Software as We Know It?

Nissan and Honda are turning to American artificial intelligence startups to build the software for their next generation of vehicles. The two Japanese automakers are partnering with U.S. companies that specialize in AI. The goal is to create advanced software that can power self-driving features and smarter in-car systems. This marks a shift away from traditional in-house development. The move reflects growing pressure on automakers to keep pace with rapid advances in AI. Tesla and Chinese rivals have moved faster on software-defined vehicles. Nissan and Honda are now looking to close that gap. Details on the specific startups and the size of the deals have not been disclosed. Both companies say more information will be shared in the coming months.