Apple is approaching year eight of “Project Titan,” the company’s codename for its rumored electric vehicle. 2022 could prove to be the…
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Three more key engineers depart Apple’s electric vehicle ‘Project Titan’
Apple’s electric vehicle “Project Titan” has lost three key engineers in recent weeks. These departures follow the loss of at least six…
Analyst: Apple’s key competitive advantage is ‘its large and still growing user base’
KeyBanc Capital Markets analyst Brandon Nispel this week placed an “Overweight” rating on Apple, calling it “an attractive buy.” Nispel…
Apple loses a top vehicle engineer to flying-taxi startup Archer Aviation
Michael Schwekutsch has left Apple’s “Project Titan” electric vehicle project for Archer Aviation after two years with the Cupertino Colossus…
‘Apple Car’ could double Apple’s revenue and market value – analyst
The prospect of an “Apple Car” represent the clearest path to doubling Apple’s revenue and market cap, Morgan Stanley analyst Katy Huberty…
Analyst expects to see ‘Apple Car’ EV partnership in 2022 ahead of 2025 launch
Apple is likely to announce a strategic electric vehicle (EV) partnership in 2022 to lay the groundwork for an “Apple Car” release in 2025…
Morgan Stanley: ‘Apple Car’ is the ultimate EV bear case
The overall view from Morgan Stanley is that inserting a potential “Apple Car” into the autonomous-mobility market is a clear negative for…
Apple accelerates Project Titan, aiming for fully autonomous vehicle
Apple is accelerating development of its electric car, code-named “Project Titan,” and is aiming to achieve fully autonomous capabilities…
Apple adds 23 drivers for autonomous vehicles
According to the California Department of Motor Vehicles’ latest data, Apple has increased their number of autonomous vehicles drivers…
Apple hires Tesla’s chief of autonomous vehicle software for ‘Project Titan’
Apple has hired a former engineer from Tesla, Christopher “CJ” Moore, for its “Project Titan” team working on autonomous vehicles …
Tesla stock could be walloped by the Apple car – analyst
Roth Capital Partners analyst Craig Irwin warns that Tesla bulls should fear the arrival of the Apple’s electric vehicle, among other things…
Foxconn’s purchase of Ohio auto plant may make it a stronger contender to assemble ‘Apple Car’
Foxconn Technology Group’s planned purchase of an auto plant in Lordstown, Ohio may make it a stronger contender to assemble “Apple Car.”
Apple Watch software chief Kevin Lynch takes over ‘Project Titan’ electric vehicle project
Apple appointed one of its top software executives, Kevin Lynch, to oversee its ‘Project Titan’ electric vehicle project after the…
Apple said to be exploring ‘Apple Car’ manufacturing internally
Apple has restarted its internal Apple Car development after it failed to partner with third parties for parts manufacturing and assembly…
Ford poaches Doug Field from Apple, executive was leading the ‘Apple Car’ project
Ford Motor Co. is hiring Doug Field, the head of Apple’s “Apple Car” project, away from the Cupertino Colossus. Prior to arriving at Apple…
Apple hires ex-Mercedes engineers for ‘Apple Car’ team
Apple has hired two former Mercedes engineers to join the company, likely as part of its “Project Titan” development of an “Apple Car.”
Apple reportedly in talks with South Korean manufacturers for Apple Car
Apple continues taking steps toward the EV business, makinge contact with multiple South Korean manufacturers regarding “Apple Car,” an…
Want a fully autonomous vehicle? Don’t hold your breath
Loup Ventures recently gathered data from the nine companies leading the race to build fully autonomous systems for passenger cars…
Apple Car: Apple granted U.S. patent for ‘Active Suspension System’
Apple has been granted a patent (#11,065,931) for an “active suspension system” for a vehicle, which we commonly refer to as “Apple Car.”
Apple Watch Chief Kevin Lynch to take the lead on Apple Car development
Kevin Lynch, vice president of technology at Apple who oversees the Apple Watch, is set to take the leadership role of “Project Titan” …
Apple wants to make ‘Apple Car’ batteries in America
Apple is looking to manufacture batteries for “Apple Car” in America and may work with Taiwanese makers rather than those based in China…
Apple granted U.S. patent for an ‘Apple Car’ suspension system
The United States Patent and Trademark Office has granted Apple a patent (number 11,046,143) for a “fully-actuated suspension system.”
Apple hires former BMW exec, autonomous vehicle startup co-founder Ulrich Kranz
Apple has hired Ulrich Kranz, a former senior executive at BMW’s electric car division, to help lead its own vehicle efforts, according…
Apple in talks with CATL, BYD over battery supplies for its electric vehicle
Apple is in early-stage talks with China’s CATL and BYD about the supply of batteries for its planned electric vehicle, four people with…
Apple loses multiple top managers from self-driving vehicle project
In a sign of attrition within “Project Titan,” Apple’s self-driving vehicle effort, Apple has lost multiple top managers of its team in…
Will ‘Apple Car’ be a vehicle, a tech platform, or a mobility service?
It’s no wonder that the interest of the inventor of the modern smartphone is piqued. But, what will “Apple Car” be, exactly?
Apple increases number of self-driving test vehicles
In Apple’s first increase to their autonomous car fleet since August 2019, the company has increased its number of self-driving vehicles
Apple Car rumors swirl around Lucid Motors
Amid swirling rumors that electric vehicle maker Lucid Motors may end up building EVs for Apple’s Project Titan “Apple Car,” Lucid shares…
Apple Car, cloaked in mystery, could power Apple stock
Rumors that Apple plans to enter the electric vehicle market have circulated for years. The debut of an “Apple Car” could power Apple stock …
Apple Car said to enter production with Magna assembly and LG electric powertrain
LG Electronics’ joint venture with Canada-based automotive supplier Magna International is “very near” to signing contracts with Apple to…
Tim Cook drops some hints on Apple’s vehicle plans
Following years of rumors that Apple is developing its own vehicle, CEO Tim Cook hinted toward the company’s work towards “Apple Car.”
UBS raises Apple price target from $115 to $142
UBS analyst David Vogt on Wednesday upped his rating on Apple shares to Buy from Neutral, setting a new target of $142, up from $115…
Apple Car would be welcomed by Continental AG’s powertrain unit
Apple entering the electric-car race could be a boon to Continental AG’s Vitesco Technologies powertrain unit as it works on transitioning…
Who will assemble the Apple Car?
Apple usually inks a contract manufacturer to assemble products for sale. The compnay is likely to employ a similar strategy for Apple Car …
Toyota president warns Apple: The car business isn’t easy
Toyota Motor Corp. President Akio Toyoda on Thursday warned Apple that there’s more to the car business than just having the tech…
BMW CFO dismisses Apple Car threat: ‘I sleep very peacefully’
As talk of “Apple Car” ratchets up, BMW CFO Nicholas Peter believes luxury-car maker is in strong position, well-positioned as…
Still potential for Kia to partner with Apple
Online site Chosun Biz said on Friday that Apple and Kia had signed a memorandum of understanding last year. The two companies agreed…
BMW seen as ideal match for Apple as vehicle manufacturing partner
BMW could make for an ideal match for “Apple Car” assembly that would pair Apple’s Project Titan project with BMW’s leading innovation…
Apple in active talks with multiple LiDAR suppliers for self-driving car tech
Apple is in discussions with multiple suppliers of self-driving car sensors known as LiDAR, a key milestone toward development of Appel Car…
Apple patent reveals ‘Apple Car’ airbag system
Apple has filed a patent application (number 10,919,482) for an “airbag-based occupant safety system,” ostensibly for an “Apple Car.”
Why does Apple want to make a car?
Why does Apple want to make a car? Well, Loup Ventures estimates the global market for new vehicles, including cars, light trucks…
Nissan no longer in ‘Apple Car’ talks
Apple approached Japan’s Nissan in recent months about an assembly deal for its secretive “Project Titan” autonomous car endeavor, but talks…
