Alphabet Inc.'sself-driving car unit is in negotiations with Fiat Chrysler Automobiles NV on atechnology tie-up, The Wall Street Journalreported April 28, citing a person with knowledge of the matter.

The talks reportedly have been ongoing for the last few months,with Alphabet looking for industry partnershipswith automakers across the globe.

Even though Alphabet's self-driving cars have been tested acrossthe U.S., the company's executives have made it clear that the company plan on manufacturing carsitself.