Motional and Hyundai Motor Group has unveiled the IONIQ 5-based robotaxi, Motional's next-generation robotaxi.
Based on the all-electric Hyundai IONIQ 5, which launched earlier this year, the IONIQ 5 robotaxi is an SAE Level 4 autonomous vehicle that can safely operate without a driver. It's a zero tailpipe-emissions robotaxi and represents the convergence of the two most transformative technologies in mobility: electrification and autonomy. The fusion of these technologies can make transportation smarter, safer, and more sustainable.
The IONIQ 5 robotaxi is also Motional's first commercial vehicle. Motional will begin transporting public passengers in the IONIQ 5 robotaxi in 2023 through a partnership with Lyft.
The IONIQ 5 robotaxi was developed through a partnership between Motional and Hyundai Motor Group. The two companies worked together, with each providing critical expertise: Motional in driverless technology and Hyundai in R&D capabilities and global vehicle manufacturers.
The collaboration has provided Seamless integration, with the hardware and autonomy working in sync for highly advanced, safe, and capable driverless operation. The IONIQ 5 robotaxi is built on the Group's E-GMP, for ultra-fast charging and long-range driving, enabling the maximum utilization of Motional's robotaxi fleet. The IONIQ 5 robotaxi also comes with the Group's advanced safety and reliability and is globally scalable, uniquely positioning the robotaxi for cost-effective commercialization.
"This robotaxi represents Motional's vision of a driverless future becoming a reality," said Motional President and CEO Karl Iagnemma. "Through our strategic partnership with Hyundai Motor Group and Aptiv, we have unparalleled automotive and software expertise across our entire vehicle development process. This deep collaboration enables us to manufacture a robotaxi that's both highly safe and reliable, and is cost-optimized for global production. We're focused on mass commercialization, and the IONIQ 5 robotaxi is built for that purpose."
Motional and the Group's emphasis on passenger safety and comfort is evident throughout the vehicle. There are safety redundancies across every function, such as the navigation, steering, braking, and power, for a safe and smooth ride every time. Motional will also provide Remote Vehicle Assistance (RVA) to the IONIQ 5 robotaxis should they encounter an unusual road scenario, such as road construction or flooding. A remote Motional operator could instantly connect to the vehicle and direct it to a new path in such an event.
"Hyundai Motor has evolved its IONIQ 5, a battery-electric vehicle built on its EV-dedicated platform, into a platform for fully autonomous vehicles," said Woongjun Jang, Head of the Autonomous Driving Center at Hyundai Motor Group. "For the IONIQ 5-based robotaxi, we have applied various redundancy systems, in addition to a suite of essential technologies to ensure safety and convenience of the passengers. By successfully integrating the Group's IONIQ 5 robotaxi with Motional's autonomous driving technology, we are proud to announce that we have achieved another important milestone on the road to the commercialization of our robotaxi."
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