Nissan Motor's CEO-in-waiting, Ivan Espinosa, is considering a partnership with Honda or other companies to advance intelligent car technology, as Nissan faces challenges including slumping sales and the need for new electric vehicles.

Don't give up on the possibility of a Honda-Nissan linkup just yet. Nissan's incoming CEO, Ivan Espinosa, at an event Wednesday said the next big step in the Japanese automaker's future could come with the help of a partner—which could mean Honda (HMC),

Nissan’s new CEO aims to bring four or more halo sports cars to the brand. The future Z and GT-R may go global with new, affordable performance options. A possible modernized Silvia or hot hatch could become part of Nissan’s future.