Autonomous driving is entering a new phase. The race is no longer about proving that robotaxis can drive—it is about proving they can operate safely, reliably, and profitably at commercial scale. In this interview, Motional CEO Laura Major explains why the company's AI-first strategy, Large Driving Models, and partnership with Hyundai Motor Group are designed to close that gap, and what it will take for engineers to help bring Level 4 autonomy into everyday transportation.
Hyundai Motor Company presents Prayers to Fornax: Science, Technology, and Spirituality, the first exhibition of Hyundai Blue Prize+ 2025, on view at Hyundai Motorstudio Beijing from July 18 through December 13, 2026.