Co-founder and president Chris Yu has told TechCrunch that his company wants to prioritize autonomous vehicles, signaling a strategic focus on self-driving technology.
Autonomous vehicles · Strategic priority
The company says autonomous vehicles now come first
Co-founder and president Chris Yu says self-driving technology is now the top priority. The plan's scope, timeline, and funding have not been disclosed.
What a self-driving program has to clear
Each stage depends on the one before it, so a priority only becomes a product after every step is passed.
1. Perception
Sensing and reading the road
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2. Planning
Choosing safe routes and moves
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3. Control
Executing steering, braking, speed
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4. Real-world testing
Extensive on-road validation
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5. Approval
Regulatory and safety sign-off
What is confirmed
Autonomous vehicles are the stated top priority
The remark came from a co-founder and president
The company views the category as central to its future
Not yet confirmed
Full product lineup
Timeline for the shift
New investment, partners, or resources
Key takeaway
A stated priority is not a product launch.
Autonomous vehicle programs have often run past their timelines due to technical, safety, and regulatory hurdles.
Next signals to watch: testing programs, deployment plans, and partnerships.
Open question: how the company will meet safety validation and regulatory requirements.
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