Waymo negotiates with Hyundai for vehicle manufacturing amid US tariffs on Chinese EV imports.

Waymo, Alphabet's autonomous vehicle division, is reportedly negotiating with Hyundai Motor to outsource the manufacturing of self-driving cars. The collaboration could involve using Hyundai's Ioniq 5 electric vehicles for Waymo's sixth-generation technology, replacing current tests with Chinese firm Zeekr. This potential partnership arises amid new U.S. tariffs on Chinese electric vehicle imports. Both companies have not confirmed specific details or decisions.

September 19, 2024
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