Recently, Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. announced that it plans to establish a new company by integrating two subsidiaries, Autech Japan (Autech) and Nissan Motor Sports International (NISMO). The new company will be established on April 1, 2022.
The integration aims to better leverage Autech's expertise in developing and manufacturing custom cars on a global scale, as well as the brand power that NISMO has built through motorsport. As an important strategic subsidiary, the new company is expected to contribute to Nissan's sustainable growth. Nissan's goal is to offer a variety of exciting cars, provide experiences that better connect people and society, and expand the possibilities of mobility.
Ashwani Gupta, Nissan's chief operating officer, said: "Autech has a wide range of expertise and is a pioneer in custom cars. Through motorsport and enhanced driving pleasure, NISMO is a symbol of Nissan's spirit of challenge. We believe the integration of these two companies will bring us closer to the exciting peaks of travel we are pursuing. ”
Takao Katagiri, CEO of Autech and NISMO
Takao Katagiri, CEO of Autech and NISMO, said: "Both Autech and NISMO have over 30 years of experience with a solid and extensive fan base. By connecting the lofty ambitions of our employees with future-oriented advanced processes, we aim to reach greater heights by becoming a presence loved and supported by our customers.