The proposed Honda-Nissan partnership on core technology is a real-world signal for your dealership operations. The first phase is sharing the electronic control unit (ECU): the central computer for future EV and hybrid models. Why? To move faster and compete with Chinese manufacturers who are masters of efficiency through shared platforms. Your techs will need training on diagnosing software and systems that are common across brands. The root problem on a Nissan might be identical to one on a Honda. Inventory could get simpler with common ECUs, but the diagnostic complexity before the order is placed will increase. It becomes a software issue, not just a part number issue. How are you preparing your teams for a future where brand identity and shared platforms must coexist? Watch the full episode at the link in our bio.