Apple Inc. worked with Chinese automaker BYD Co. for years as part of its now-canceled car project, developing long-range batteries that helped lay the groundwork for technology used today, according to people familiar with the situation.

As reported by Bloomberg on Wednesday, Apple has worked closely with Chinese automaker BYD. Both companies reportedly reached an agreement around 2017 to build batteries using lithium iron phosphate cells (LFP). The technology would significantly increase the autonomy of the car and was also considered safer than typical electric vehicle batteries.

Apple reportedly teamed up with a Chinese automaker to develop a battery for its car, which ultimately never saw the light of day.

BYD’s new electric mid-size SUV stole the spotlight after making its European debut at the Paris Motor Show this

All-electric mid-size SUV is part of BYD’s Ocean Series and goes on sale this year – everything we know about the Sealion 7 EV so far

The Chinese firm has revealed a flagship SUV that will rival cars like the Tesla Model Y. BYD has used the Paris motor show to reveal its biggest and most practical model yet – the Sealion 7 SUV. This new seven-seat SUV will be going up against vehicles such as the Tesla Model Y,