A recently published patent indicates that the Apple Car’s airbags could help block inbound shrapnel and other items from hitting the vehicle’s occupants in the event of an accident. The vast majority of vehicle safety measures surround protecting the driver and passenger during the moment of an impact. From reinforcing the vehicle’s body to airbags […]
It’s official. The Apple/Hyundai talks are off for the time being. South Korean carmaker Hyundai and affiliate Kia have declared they are no longer in negotiations with Apple to manufacture the rumored Apple Car. Hyundai has publicly stated that it’s no longer in discussions with Apple regarding the project. In a regulatory filing, Hyundai and […]
Per several rumors over the course of last week, Apple and Hyundai, which owns Kia, may have paused talks to create an Apple Car. Apple has apparently also been discussing its automative plans with other manufacturers, and while there have been rumors as to Apple considering a deal with Hyundai/Kia, Apple could sign an agreement […]
The Apple/Kia auto project rumors continue. A new report from South Korean news outlet Dong-A has indicated that Apple and Kia are close to reaching a deal that would see Apple invest about 4 trillion won (roughly $3.6 billion) on a collaborative “Apple Car” project with the company. The report, which doesn’t cite sources, says […]
Something pretty cool may be happening with the Apple Car project. Per Reuters, Apple and Hyundai will sign a deal to partner on autonomous vehicles by March. Full production is set to begin in 2024. This period could also allow for a “beta version” of the Apple Car as early as next year. The unit […]