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September 3, 2021 12:33 GMT
The company has reportedly shifted its sourcing from China to South Korea and Japan, where it has already made contact with Panasonic, LG, Samsung and others.
It’s been 10 years since the first rumors surfaced that Apple was planning to enter the ranks of the automakers. However, information about it is vague and no official announcement has been made yet.
last december, Reuters It reported that the iPhone maker plans to produce an electric passenger car with “revolutionary battery technology” and automated vehicle technology by 2024.
recent report from DigiTimes It seems to confirm these rumors. According to the outlet, Apple is in talks with several Asian suppliers and manufacturers to find the best partners for the mass production of the Apple Car, which is scheduled to begin in 2024.
As Gateway points out, given the protracted shortage of microchips and semiconductors, the company apparently must manage years of planning ahead to ensure Necessary components for your electric car.
According to some media sources, Apple has already met with several Chinese suppliers who can produce batteries for Apple cars, but they have not shown their willingness to meet the company’s demand to manufacture those components on US soil.
As a result, Apple has shifted its sources to South Korea and Japan, where the company has reportedly already been in contact with Panasonic, LG, Samsung and others.
Similarly, there are also rumors that the US company may cooperate with it A traditional car maker like Toyota or Hyundai, which can provide you the necessary experience in mass production of different vehicles. However, the company has not yet provided official data.
