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Wimo, however, must act quickly and boldly. Their unique advantage is regulatory experience and operational infrastructure, which could be leveraged to develop a competitive fleet. Yet, the core challenge remains: they lack the AI technology and vehicle hardware necessary for a scaled-up robo-taxi operation. Their current reliance on lighter sensors and manual scaling processes would need a radical overhaul—an "upset" to their existing business.
The OEMs’ Opportunity — A Double-Edged Sword
Traditionally, original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) like Volkswagen, Ford, GM, and Hyundai have been slow adopters of autonomous tech. Still, industry decline could force drastic strategic shifts. These companies face extinction if they don’t pivot swiftly.