A South Korean battery company has allegedly signed on to supply batteries for Apple’s rumored car project, ETNews reports. The website cites a battery industry source who claims the unnamed manufacturer signed a non-disclosure agreement after meeting with an Apple employee. The company in question is said to have around 20 employees and hold international patents for hollow lithium-ion batteries. Maintaining an open center makes for a cooler-running battery, decreasing the need for cooling systems and preventing overheating.
Report: South Korean battery maker claims to be partner in Apple car project
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Dan Pye
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