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TIER IV, Inc.

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As of February 2024

City Year of Establishment Founder
Shinagawa, Tokyo 2015 Shinpei Kato
Partner VC Latest round of Fundraising Valuation
－ Series B Non-Disclosure
  • Contact Information : +81-3-4520-2315
  • pr@tier4.jp
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Program name

Deep-Tech Startups Support Program

Research theme

Development of software-embedded electrification modules for autonomous driving

Business Plan

Develop four software-embedded electrification modules for autonomous vehicles to meet the requirements of autonomous driving level 4 and accelerate its implementation in society by establishing the foundations for future mass production.

1. Vehicle Control Unit software 2. Redundant electric power steering 3. Redundant electric brake 4. Absolute steering angle sensors in electric power steering

Maximize sales in this business area and forge new benchmarks targeting customers such as OEM, ODM, and tier 1 suppliers.

Research Outline

Develop the modules comprised of three core technologies by utilizing expertise in designing and developing autonomous vehicles, including autonomous driving software to Drive-By-Wire hardware.

1. Verified Autonomous Driving 2. Redundant Drive-By-Wire 3. Scalable Electrical & Electronic Architecture​

Resolve issues related to quality, durability, and individual variability achieving efficiency, safety, and scalability, and provide modules necessary for safe autonomous vehicles, regardless of vehicle model or size.

Phase Business Area/Field Research Period Research Grant Amount
DMP Information Technology 2023～2025FY JPY 2,000 million

International collaborative technology demonstration

Countries/Regions Collaborative activity outline
China - Relationship development with potential local partner
Provide fundamental technologies and requirements to local partners. Organize and advance technical demonstration items in line with the Chinese market environment, regulations, and approval systems through partners, and confirm the technical specifications that adapt to business expansion in China.

Last Updated : June 6, 2024