0–3M
Architecture/
PROGRAM / 06
18-month roadmap
From formation to controlled launch.
The first 18 months earn product, supplier, manufacturing and customer evidence without overbuilding capacity.
3–9M
Prototype9–18M
Launch prep01
Gate 01 / Formation
Define the system
Confirm leadership scope, platform assumptions, technical risks, supplier shortlist, budget controls and governance.
02
Gate 02 / Prototype
Turn assumptions into vehicles
Build alpha and beta vehicles, begin durability work, validate the battery plan and convert RFQs into decisions.
03
Gate 03 / Launch readiness
Earn the right to scale
DVP&R, PPAP, certification, pilot demand, service readiness and manufacturing evidence align before SOP.