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Teradar Launches Summit Terahertz Sensor for All-Weather Vehicle Vision at CES 2026

Production would begin in 2028 pending OEM awards.

Overview

  • Teradar says Summit delivers 300 meters of range, 0.13° native resolution, and 3D point clouds with Doppler via a solid-state phased array supporting L2–L5 autonomy, with performance claims awaiting independent validation.
  • The company plans to bid on high-volume automotive programs in 2026 and targets start of production in 2028 if contracts are secured.
  • Teradar reports ongoing development with five automakers in the U.S. and Europe and three Tier 1 suppliers.
  • The startup recently raised $150 million in a Series B that included Lockheed Martin’s venture arm and defense-focused VXI Capital.
  • The debut lands as lidar suppliers restructure and Chinese firms scale volume, factors likely to influence automaker sensor sourcing.