Nissan was deep in the trenches, with its existence at stake, but Honda's timely entry gave it a positive direction. Here's how everything went down.

The landmark EV merger, which would create the world’s third-largest automaker, may not happen after all. Honda and Nissan’s

Nissan’s decision to withdraw from merger discussions with Honda marks the latest setback for the struggling automaker as it faces declining sales, financial pressures, and an increasingly competitive electric vehicle (EV) market.