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AB101 said:

If Apple are epitome of car manufacturers, they should have no issues building their own car. Why give Apple any help whatsoever?

Network of dealers/warrantee shops. This could be as an optional service from privately owned dealers or as with Cadillac - mandatory (they are going all electric) with some Cadillac Dealers choosing not to carry the brand.

StrangeDays said:

Rick601 said:

Do you really believe these guys were going to join a Chinese start up?  More likely turn over all they have to the Chinese Govt and Military. 

There isn’t any difference. By law, Chinese companies have to comply with whatever the CCP wants of them. With this legal framework in place, there can be no distinction between private and state run entities. 

My understanding it that the CCP encourages IP theft as a sign of being a "good citizen." AppleCar would truly be a feather in the cap for any returning scientist/engineer. "Made in China 2025" may be another initiative that encourages these sorts of incidents (see: https://www.theepochtimes.com/china-continues-to-encourage-ip-theft-practices-us-business-groups-say_2776285.html  or stories in The South China Morning Post).

Too funny. Your jeans or someone's purse/wallet may discolor the card. I'm being a bit facetious since I use the paper sleeves to protect the look of my cards... but really?

I am definitely taking special care to keep my Apple Card looking like new.