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Benzinga
Benzinga
Technology
Shivdeep Dhaliwal

Apple Car Charger Could Be Pretty Similar To iPhone's Magsafe

Apple Inc (NASDAQ: AAPL) has obtained a patent that indicates it could use a MagSafe-like charger in its yet non-existent but rumored electric car.

What Happened: A revised patent dated Tuesday called “charging station with passive alignment mechanism” describes a charging station for an EV that can move in the longitudinal direction.

The patent by the iPhone maker is suggestive of a system that would allow a driver to park their vehicle and begin charging immediately as a plug slides into position.

Related Link: Apple's Latest EV Patent: What You Need To Know

The plug can move both horizontally and vertically, eliminating the need to park a vehicle perfectly and allowing for charging vehicles of varying heights. 

The latest patent indicates the presence of a safety feature — a plate above the charging plug that could protect it from heavy impact and also help make a connection with the vehicle.

See Also: How To Buy Apple (AAPL) Shares

Why It Matters: While a patent indicates company interest, there is no surety it will result in a consumer product or service in the future.

Tim Cook-led Apple has filed patents related to solar charging for electric vehicles in the past. 

Recently, Apple hired Ford Motor Co (NYSE:F) veteran Desi Ujkashevic, who specializes in safety efforts and vehicle engineering and has experience in dealing with regulatory issues. 

That came after a string of high-profile exits in its self-driving car project, named "Project Titan." 

Price Action: On Tuesday, Apple shares closed 1.6% higher at $154.51 in the regular session, according to data from Benzinga Pro. 

Read Next: Apple AirTags Are Apparently Giving Users False Alarm About Being Tracked

Photo courtesy: Trending Reviews on Wikimedia

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