Hyundai and Kia deny talks with Apple on self-driving cars

SEOUL — Hyundai Motor said on Monday that it is not in talks with Apple to develop self-driving cars, denying early reports that the South Korean automaker was close to completing a joint production deal with the U.S. tech company. Hyundai, and its affiliate Kia Motors, which had been rumored to be negotiating to make… Continue reading Hyundai and Kia deny talks with Apple on self-driving cars

Chinese EV startup Byton explores listing via SPAC deal: Sources

Byton was launched in 2017 by Future Mobility Corp, a company co-founded by former BMW and Nissan Motor executives. SHANGHAI: Chinese electric vehicle (EV) maker Byton, backed by Apple assembler Foxconn, is in talks to go public through a merger with a special-purpose acquisition company (SPAC), people familiar with the matter told Reuters. Byton, whose… Continue reading Chinese EV startup Byton explores listing via SPAC deal: Sources

Hyundai, Kia say Apple car deal is off, puncturing investor dream

By Heekyong Yang, Joyce Lee 5 Min Read SEOUL (Reuters) – South Korea’s Hyundai Motor Co said on Monday it is not now in talks with Apple Inc on autonomous electric cars, just a month after it confirmed early-stage talks with the tech giant, sending the automaker’s shares skidding. FILE PHOTO: The Apple Inc logo… Continue reading Hyundai, Kia say Apple car deal is off, puncturing investor dream

Hyundai and Kia downplay Apple car rumors

After weeks of speculation, Hyundai and subsidiary Kia have again sought to downplay rumors and reporting that they are working with Apple on an autonomous electric car project. The companies say they are no longer in talks, according to Reuters and Bloomberg, though that doesn’t mean the discussions won’t reopen later. Hyundai’s comments as reported… Continue reading Hyundai and Kia downplay Apple car rumors

Hyundai Motor, Kia say they are not in talks with Apple on autonomous car development

By Reuters Staff 1 Min Read Slideshow ( 3 images ) SEOUL (Reuters) – South Korea’s Hyundai Motor Co and Kia Corp said on Monday they are not in talks with Apple Inc on developing autonomous vehicles, sending their shares tumbling. In early January, Korea Economic Daily TV reported Apple and Hyundai were in discussions… Continue reading Hyundai Motor, Kia say they are not in talks with Apple on autonomous car development

Elon Musk spoke with Miami’s mayor about building a $30 million tunnel under the city (TSLA)

Miami’s mayor is interested in Elon Musk’s plan to build a tunnel under Miami’s congested downtown.  Musk said his startup, The Boring Company, could dig a tunnel for $30 million in six months.  Musk claims the project would “solve traffic” in Miami, but critics aren’t convinced.  Visit the Business section of Insider for more stories.… Continue reading Elon Musk spoke with Miami’s mayor about building a $30 million tunnel under the city (TSLA)

German Manager Magazin: Porsche loses Cayenne boss to Apple000549

For a good seven years, many in the auto industry have feared a secret project by the IT giant Apple. Under the code name “Titan”, Apple has set up its own auto division, which has been the subject of wild rumors for years. For a while, Apple specifically recruited experts in electric cars and autonomous… Continue reading German Manager Magazin: Porsche loses Cayenne boss to Apple000549

@Nissan: New 2021 Nissan Kicks, with updated styling and enhanced connectivity, starts at $19,500000206

February 5, 2021 NASHVILLE, Tenn. – The new Nissan Kicks is now on sale across the U.S., with a starting MSRP of $19,500 USD1 for the Kicks S model. Along with its updated exterior and interior styling, the new Kicks now offers standard Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ on all grades, as well as available… Continue reading @Nissan: New 2021 Nissan Kicks, with updated styling and enhanced connectivity, starts at $19,500000206

Ford to speed up push to electric autos, digitization

Ford shares rose 1.2 percent in after-hours trading to $11.51. New York: Ford announced Thursday a dramatic acceleration of its investment push into electric autos and signaled deepening collaborations with technology giants on the increased digitization of driving. The US auto giant, released fourth-quarter and annual results, and said it plans $22 billion in electric… Continue reading Ford to speed up push to electric autos, digitization

Apple Car Manufacturing Partner Picked For 2024 Launch: Report

TipRanks 2 Stocks Flashing Signs of Strong Insider Buying Tracking insiders’ stock purchases can make a viable investment strategy. Corporate insiders – the company officers and board members – are naturally positioned to be in the know, to know how company policies and performance will impact stock prices. They can use that knowledge to inform… Continue reading Apple Car Manufacturing Partner Picked For 2024 Launch: Report