AutoTech Ventures

Autotech Ventures, established in 2013 and based in Menlo Park, California, is a venture capital firm managing over $400 million. It invests in early-stage startups operating in the ground transportation industry, focusing on connected, autonomous, shared, and electrified vehicles, as well as related mobility services. The firm provides portfolio companies with capital, industry connections, market intelligence, talent recruitment support, and fundraising assistance. By bridging the gap between innovative startups and established corporations, Autotech Ventures aims to shape the future of transportation.

Dilara Bozyilan

Analyst

Esat Canli

Analyst

Burak Cendek

Partner

Quin Garcia

Co-Founder and Managing Director

Maurice Gunderson

Managing Director

Ivy Nguyen

Principal

Tony Rimas

Venture Partner

Masahiro Suzuki

Partner and Director of Strategic Services

Past deals in Automotive

Rynse

Seed Round in 2025
Rynse offers a comprehensive fleet management software solution tailored for organizations to efficiently manage their vehicle services. The platform provides features such as compliance tracking, expense management, and real-time data analytics to enhance operational efficiency. Rynse's software supports location flexibility, enabling users to manage fleet operations from anywhere. Additionally, the system is designed to streamline billing processes, making financial management more straightforward for businesses. With a focus on technology and automotive industries, Rynse aims to simplify fleet management through innovative software solutions.

Hayden AI

Series C in 2024
Hayden AI is a technology company focused on developing artificial intelligence and machine learning solutions aimed at enhancing urban mobility and public transit systems. The company specializes in automated enforcement of dedicated bus lanes and bus stops, which contributes to faster public transportation, increased street safety, and sustainability. By leveraging an autonomous traffic management platform, Hayden AI utilizes advanced technologies and a network of connected mobile devices to improve urban life and support the creation of smarter cities. Its AI-powered mobility solutions are designed to detect, analyze, and address traffic incidents, ultimately enhancing the quality of life for communities.

Exponential Markets

Seed Round in 2024
Exponential Markets is a fintech company developing innovative financial instruments for hedging risks across various asset classes. Its debut product, the Exponential Used Vehicle Index (AUTO), enables businesses like rental car companies and auto insurers to hedge against price fluctuations in used vehicles. The company aims to create cash-settled index derivatives for new markets and explore smart market applications, with a vision to build a modern exchange for tomorrow's assets.

Exponential Markets

Seed Round in 2023
Exponential Markets is a fintech company developing innovative financial instruments for hedging risks across various asset classes. Its debut product, the Exponential Used Vehicle Index (AUTO), enables businesses like rental car companies and auto insurers to hedge against price fluctuations in used vehicles. The company aims to create cash-settled index derivatives for new markets and explore smart market applications, with a vision to build a modern exchange for tomorrow's assets.

TruckLabs

Series A in 2021
TruckLabs is a trucking technology company based in Redwood City, California, focused on enhancing the efficiency and sustainability of long-haul trucking. Founded in 2015, the company develops innovative aerodynamic devices, including GapGorilla and TruckWings. GapGorilla eliminates the gap between the tractor and trailer, significantly improving fuel efficiency, while TruckWings is an active-aero device that deploys at highway speeds to optimize aerodynamics, resulting in fuel savings and reduced carbon emissions. With a team of hardware engineers, software developers, and data scientists, TruckLabs combines industry expertise with advanced technology to transform trucking operations. The company serves commercial fleets, aiming to increase the efficiency of freight transport and contribute to a more sustainable future.

Hayden AI

Series A in 2021
Hayden AI is a technology company focused on developing artificial intelligence and machine learning solutions aimed at enhancing urban mobility and public transit systems. The company specializes in automated enforcement of dedicated bus lanes and bus stops, which contributes to faster public transportation, increased street safety, and sustainability. By leveraging an autonomous traffic management platform, Hayden AI utilizes advanced technologies and a network of connected mobile devices to improve urban life and support the creation of smarter cities. Its AI-powered mobility solutions are designed to detect, analyze, and address traffic incidents, ultimately enhancing the quality of life for communities.

Hayden AI

Seed Round in 2021
Hayden AI is a technology company focused on developing artificial intelligence and machine learning solutions aimed at enhancing urban mobility and public transit systems. The company specializes in automated enforcement of dedicated bus lanes and bus stops, which contributes to faster public transportation, increased street safety, and sustainability. By leveraging an autonomous traffic management platform, Hayden AI utilizes advanced technologies and a network of connected mobile devices to improve urban life and support the creation of smarter cities. Its AI-powered mobility solutions are designed to detect, analyze, and address traffic incidents, ultimately enhancing the quality of life for communities.

Rollick

Venture Round in 2021
Rollick Outdoor, Inc. is an Austin, Texas-based company founded in 2017 that operates an online marketing platform designed to connect manufacturers of recreational products with dealers. The platform enhances the customer experience by facilitating interactions throughout the purchasing journey, from initial interest to repeat purchases. It serves the powersports, RV, and marine industries by offering a suite of marketing and technology solutions that streamline the buying process for consumers and improve sales and marketing effectiveness for dealers. Rollick's ecosystem aims to simplify the acquisition of recreational and industrial equipment, ensuring that both manufacturers and dealers can provide personalized experiences to their customers.

Drover

Series B in 2020
Drover Limited operates an online platform that offers all-in car subscriptions to customers and private hire drivers, providing an alternative to traditional leasing, hiring, or buying a car. The company's solution allows customers to keep, swap, cancel, or upgrade their vehicles as needed. Drover's technology platform serves as a one-stop-shop for both drivers and vehicle suppliers, offering features such as telematics integration, predictive maintenance, payments and invoicing engine, and comprehensive insurance. Founded in 2015 and based in London, United Kingdom, Drover bridges the gap between short-term car rental companies and long-term lease providers, giving customers flexible access to cars through its website and mobile application.

Hayden AI

Seed Round in 2020
Hayden AI is a technology company focused on developing artificial intelligence and machine learning solutions aimed at enhancing urban mobility and public transit systems. The company specializes in automated enforcement of dedicated bus lanes and bus stops, which contributes to faster public transportation, increased street safety, and sustainability. By leveraging an autonomous traffic management platform, Hayden AI utilizes advanced technologies and a network of connected mobile devices to improve urban life and support the creation of smarter cities. Its AI-powered mobility solutions are designed to detect, analyze, and address traffic incidents, ultimately enhancing the quality of life for communities.

Digital Motors

Venture Round in 2020
Digital Motors Corporation is a FinTech company that specializes in creating a software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform for the automotive industry, facilitating digital retailing for auto retailers, dealerships, and manufacturers. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Irvine, California, the company offers a comprehensive solution that transforms the car-buying experience by enabling customers to seamlessly transition from online browsing to purchasing. Its platform delivers essential features such as trade-in estimates, instant payment quotes, financing options, and online purchasing of F&I products. Customers can choose delivery methods ranging from in-store pickup to home delivery, while dealers benefit from streamlined transactions and improved margins. Digital Motors empowers both consumers and dealers by making online car sales efficient and accessible.

Fixico

Venture Round in 2019
Fixico is a digital platform that revolutionizes the automotive damage repair industry for consumers and businesses. It streamlines the handling process of car damage repairs, allowing drivers, insurers, and fleet owners to quickly obtain, compare, and select the best repair offers. With a network of 2,000 high-quality repair shops across the Netherlands, Belgium, and Germany, Fixico has processed over 200,000 damage cases to date. The platform provides users with insights into repair costs and facilitates access to competitive quotes from affiliated repair services, ensuring a convenient and economical solution for auto repair needs.

TruckLabs

Series A in 2019
TruckLabs is a trucking technology company based in Redwood City, California, focused on enhancing the efficiency and sustainability of long-haul trucking. Founded in 2015, the company develops innovative aerodynamic devices, including GapGorilla and TruckWings. GapGorilla eliminates the gap between the tractor and trailer, significantly improving fuel efficiency, while TruckWings is an active-aero device that deploys at highway speeds to optimize aerodynamics, resulting in fuel savings and reduced carbon emissions. With a team of hardware engineers, software developers, and data scientists, TruckLabs combines industry expertise with advanced technology to transform trucking operations. The company serves commercial fleets, aiming to increase the efficiency of freight transport and contribute to a more sustainable future.

indie Semiconductor

Series B in 2018
indie Semiconductor is a fabless semiconductor company based in Aliso Viejo, California, founded in 2007 and originally known as AyDeeKay LLC until its rebranding in December 2014. The company specializes in designing and manufacturing custom mixed-signal microcontrollers tailored for automotive, medical, industrial, and consumer applications. With a strong focus on empowering the Autotech revolution, indie Semiconductor develops next-generation automotive semiconductors and software platforms, particularly for edge sensors in Advanced Driver Assistance Systems, including LiDAR and connected car technologies. Their solutions enhance user experience and support electrification applications, forming the backbone of electric and autonomous vehicles. The company integrates various functions, such as sensing, processing, and communication, within its microcontroller-based chips. Additionally, indie Semiconductor is recognized as an approved vendor to Tier 1 partners and provides optimized chips for leading automotive original equipment manufacturers globally, generating significant revenue from markets in Greater China, the United States, Europe, and South Korea.

Rollick

Series A in 2018
Rollick Outdoor, Inc. is an Austin, Texas-based company founded in 2017 that operates an online marketing platform designed to connect manufacturers of recreational products with dealers. The platform enhances the customer experience by facilitating interactions throughout the purchasing journey, from initial interest to repeat purchases. It serves the powersports, RV, and marine industries by offering a suite of marketing and technology solutions that streamline the buying process for consumers and improve sales and marketing effectiveness for dealers. Rollick's ecosystem aims to simplify the acquisition of recreational and industrial equipment, ensuring that both manufacturers and dealers can provide personalized experiences to their customers.

Xnor.ai

Series A in 2018
Xnor.ai, founded in 2016 and based in Seattle, Washington, specializes in developing machine learning software that enables deep learning algorithms to be executed locally on various devices, including mobile phones, drones, and wearables. The company's platform allows for sophisticated applications across multiple sectors, such as aerospace, automotive, retail, photography, and consumer electronics. By facilitating high-performance, low-power machine learning models, Xnor.ai ensures that data privacy is maintained, connectivity is not required, and resource demands are minimized, all while maintaining accuracy and performance. This innovative technology allows for advanced functionalities like machine vision and speech recognition to be performed directly on edge devices, making it a valuable asset for enterprises looking to leverage artificial intelligence more effectively. As of January 2020, Xnor.ai operates as a subsidiary of Apple Inc.

Frontier Car Group

Debt Financing in 2018
Frontier Car Group is a Berlin-based startup focused on developing and operating used automotive marketplaces in emerging markets, including Nigeria, Mexico, Argentina, Colombia, Chile, Pakistan, and Indonesia. The company aims to simplify the process of buying and selling used cars through its online platform, which features a digital quote engine that provides instant pricing for vehicles. This technology not only enhances the efficiency of transactions but also facilitates quick vehicle inspections at designated locations. By leveraging innovative business models and infrastructure, Frontier Car Group is able to create value for all stakeholders involved in the used car market. Additionally, the company is engaged in joint ventures with OLX in India and Poland, further expanding its reach and impact in the automotive sector.

DeepScale

Series A in 2018
DeepScale, Inc. is a technology company based in Mountain View, California, founded in 2015. It specializes in developing perceptual system software for semi-autonomous and autonomous vehicles, focusing on enhancing the capabilities of advanced driver-assistance systems. The company provides a visual perception platform that leverages artificial intelligence and deep learning techniques to enable vehicles to accurately interpret their surroundings in real time. By utilizing industry-standard low-wattage processors, DeepScale's solutions facilitate the deployment of energy-efficient deep neural networks, which are essential for processing data from sensors, mapping, and planning systems. As of October 2019, DeepScale operates as a subsidiary of Tesla, Inc.

Frontier Car Group

Series B in 2018
Frontier Car Group is a Berlin-based startup focused on developing and operating used automotive marketplaces in emerging markets, including Nigeria, Mexico, Argentina, Colombia, Chile, Pakistan, and Indonesia. The company aims to simplify the process of buying and selling used cars through its online platform, which features a digital quote engine that provides instant pricing for vehicles. This technology not only enhances the efficiency of transactions but also facilitates quick vehicle inspections at designated locations. By leveraging innovative business models and infrastructure, Frontier Car Group is able to create value for all stakeholders involved in the used car market. Additionally, the company is engaged in joint ventures with OLX in India and Poland, further expanding its reach and impact in the automotive sector.

Rollick

Seed Round in 2017
Rollick Outdoor, Inc. is an Austin, Texas-based company founded in 2017 that operates an online marketing platform designed to connect manufacturers of recreational products with dealers. The platform enhances the customer experience by facilitating interactions throughout the purchasing journey, from initial interest to repeat purchases. It serves the powersports, RV, and marine industries by offering a suite of marketing and technology solutions that streamline the buying process for consumers and improve sales and marketing effectiveness for dealers. Rollick's ecosystem aims to simplify the acquisition of recreational and industrial equipment, ensuring that both manufacturers and dealers can provide personalized experiences to their customers.

Metawave

Seed Round in 2017
Metawave Corporation is a technology company based in Palo Alto, California, specializing in the development of advanced beamsteering radars using metamaterials and artificial intelligence. Founded in 2017, the company primarily serves the automotive industry, offering innovative solutions for safe automated driving. Its flagship product, SPEKTRA, is designed to enhance safety for automakers by providing high-performance radar capabilities for 3D imaging and vehicle-to-vehicle communications. Additionally, Metawave develops TURBO active repeaters to extend signal coverage in difficult environments, as well as ECHO passive reflectors to optimize signal direction in areas with lower coverage. The company also offers AWARE, an AI platform that leverages deep learning to extract valuable information from radar signals. In parallel, Metawave is working on smart beamsteering antennas to improve 4G and 5G networks, aiming to enhance connectivity for billions of users.

Work Truck Solutions

Series B in 2017
Work Truck Solutions, Inc. is a company that specializes in developing marketing and lead generation tools for the commercial vehicle sector. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Chico, California, with additional offices in Michigan and Texas, the company offers a comprehensive platform designed to display and manage commercial vehicle inventory online. Its services cater to original equipment manufacturers, body and equipment manufacturers, distributors, and commercial vehicle dealers across the United States. By integrating dealer software solutions and upfitter marketing tools, Work Truck Solutions streamlines the process of connecting buyers with the appropriate work trucks, enhancing the efficiency of sales operations. The platform also provides CRM integration and business intelligence insights, enabling dealers to expand their market reach and improve revenue.

DeepScale

Seed Round in 2017
DeepScale, Inc. is a technology company based in Mountain View, California, founded in 2015. It specializes in developing perceptual system software for semi-autonomous and autonomous vehicles, focusing on enhancing the capabilities of advanced driver-assistance systems. The company provides a visual perception platform that leverages artificial intelligence and deep learning techniques to enable vehicles to accurately interpret their surroundings in real time. By utilizing industry-standard low-wattage processors, DeepScale's solutions facilitate the deployment of energy-efficient deep neural networks, which are essential for processing data from sensors, mapping, and planning systems. As of October 2019, DeepScale operates as a subsidiary of Tesla, Inc.
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