Autonomy, the British electric vehicle startup once betting big on autonomous ride-hailing, is shifting its focus to gas-powered vehicles to sustain its car subscription model. The company, which had previously centered its strategy on self-driving technology, now acknowledges the challenges of scaling fully autonomous systems while maintaining profitability. By expanding into traditional combustion-engine vehicles, Autonomy aims to bridge the gap between its ambitious vision and immediate market demands. This pivot raises questions about the future of its long-term autonomous ambitions amid evolving consumer and regulatory landscapes.
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