Tech giant is targeting a launch in 2024.
Another Apple car rumor emerges from an online publication. DigiTimes reports that the tech giant is currently visiting Asia to meet with representatives from Toyota, and discuss a possible partnership. Apple is looking for a solid and trusted partner in the automotive industry to help it launch its first production car in 2024.
Unfortunately, the details of the meeting are not available at this time. We don’t know when or where they will meet. One thing is certain DigiTimes According to reports, however, the main focus of the discussions will be on battery supply. The project has been in existence since the beginning. Apple car designed to be completely electric.
MacRumors reports that Apple representatives met in August with South Korea’s SK Group, LG Electronics, and most likely that battery technology was also the main topic of the talks. Apple has also contacted Magna, Hyundai and Nissan in recent months, but with limited or no success.
Apple is planning to build its semi-autonomous electric vehicle by 2024 according to multiple sources. It is also currently focusing on the supply chain. Reuters reported that Apple is working on a new battery design. This will be revolutionary in the same way as the original iPhone.
We aren’t sure if Apple will continue to use batteries supplied by other companies or if it wants to outsource production. We do know that the 2024 launch date for the Apple car may not be possible due to the current global health crisis and the shortage of chips.