Nissan is in talks to supply cars to Honda in the United States, which would let the struggling Japanese automaker put to use an under-utilised American plant, the Nikkei newspaper said on Friday, without citing sources.

The move would be aimed at improving profitability and plant utilization for a turnaround, while helping mitigate the impact of U.S. tariffs.

After their failed merger, Nissan and Honda are reportedly back in talks once again. The two companies are reportedly considering building trucks in Canton, Mississippi. While the plant builds the Frontier, reports suggest full-size trucks are being discussed.