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McLaren: ‘we’re not in talks with Apple over investment’

McLaren denies involvement following Financial Times report on potential takeover

Published: 21 Sep 2016

McLaren has denied any involvement with Apple over a potential takeover.

Earlier today, the Financial Times reported that Apple had approached the Woking company over an investment or potential takeover.

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Negotiations were reported to have begun many months ago, with the deal focusing on McLaren’s technology and engineering expertise.

But speaking to TopGear.com, McLaren Automotive – part of the McLaren Technology Group – said: “We can confirm that McLaren is not in discussion with Apple in respect of any potential investment.”

The benefits of any potential investment or takeover for Apple are plentiful: McLaren has expertise in carbonfibre technology, engineering and computer systems, which would no doubt benefit the Californian giant’s long-rumoured interest in building its own electric vehicle.

The FT report however, did note that it was still unclear whether a deal would go ahead.

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