The Bloomberg News reported on the 5th that discussions between Apple and Hyundai and Kia Motors to produce self-driving electric vehicles of the Apple brand called'Apple Cars' were temporarily suspended.
Bloomberg cited sources familiar with the matter, saying that Apple has recently halted discussions with Hyundai-Kia Motors to develop electric vehicles.
Sources said that Apple has recently discussed similar plans with other automakers besides Hyundai and Kia.
Japan's Nihon Keizai Shimbun (Nikkei) reported that "Apple is in consultation with at least six companies in Japan," citing an official from an Apple parts supplier the day before.
Apple has not answered any questions about this.
Earlier this month, there was a media report saying that Apple is proposing cooperation and negotiating with the Hyundai Motor Group to launch an Apple car.