Bossa Invest

Bossa Invest is a venture capital firm based in Sao Paulo, Brazil, founded in 2011, that manages investment portfolios and provides asset management services to clients across sectors, with a focus on software as a service companies, and analyzes market trends to inform its investment decisions while operating in finance, technology, and real estate.

Thiago Oliveira

Partner

Guilherme Pepe

Investment Analyst

Past deals in Automotive

C2A Security

Venture Round in 2023
C2A Security is a Jerusalem-based cybersecurity company founded in 2016 that develops an end-to-end automotive cybersecurity platform to protect a vehicle's internal systems from cyber attacks, including autonomous systems hacks and chip-level vulnerabilities. The platform provides visibility over a tailored, scalable software suite for the entire vehicle lifecycle and addresses the needs of original equipment manufacturers and mobility companies. It emphasizes security automation and compliance to shorten software release times and reduce costs, aiming to make product security an automated, transparent part of vehicle development and deployment.

Tripee

Venture Round in 2023
Tripee is a business-to-business platform designed to enhance the management of employee transportation. The company offers a mobile application and software as a service, providing multimodal mobility management services that streamline taxi and private transport expenses. Tripee's platform includes features such as custom reporting and expense reconciliation management, allowing businesses to efficiently oversee and optimize their transportation logistics for employees.

Autoinsp

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Autoinsp is a company specializing in automotive inspection and expertise, focusing on the provision of reports that certify vehicle quality. The firm's technicians conduct thorough analyses of vehicles, gathering and documenting critical data for engineers to validate. This process culminates in the issuance of detailed reports, which help customers stay informed about the condition and potential disputes related to their vehicles. By leveraging advanced anti-fraud technology, Autoinsp aims to enhance transparency and trust within the automotive market, ensuring that consumers have access to reliable information regarding their vehicles.

Crabi

Venture Round in 2022
Crabi is a digital car insurance provider that focuses on personalized coverage tailored to the individual driver. Their platform offers full-stack, digital insurance solutions, enabling customers to manage their policies and make claims conveniently.

R5

Seed Round in 2022
R5 is a company based in Colombia that simplifies vehicle ownership by providing an online insurance and lending platform. It enables low-income customers to use their cars and motorcycles as collateral to secure financing. The platform facilitates access to funds for refinancing expensive debt or investing in businesses, offering a digital process for purchasing compulsory vehicle insurance with affordable policies. Through its services, R5 allows customers to leverage their vehicles to obtain credit at lower rates, making financial opportunities more accessible.

Spotawheel

Series B in 2022
Founded in 2015, Spotawheel is a tech-driven used car dealership platform operating in Greece and Poland. It offers a transparent marketplace for buying and selling used cars, with predictive analytics to assess vehicle condition and a range of financing options.

Revel

Series B in 2022
Revel is a company dedicated to accelerating electric vehicle (EV) adoption in urban areas through its all-electric rideshare service and network of fast-charging stations. The company operates a fleet of easily recognizable blue electric vehicles, providing a cleaner, safer, and more affordable rideshare experience. Revel places a strong emphasis on safety and cleanliness, utilizing vetted drivers and regularly detailed cars to ensure high service standards. Additionally, Revel offers electric mopeds that can be booked through a mobile application, allowing users to locate the nearest moped and start their ride conveniently. This combination of rideshare services and charging infrastructure positions Revel as a key player in promoting sustainable transportation solutions.

Rescale

Series C in 2021
Rescale develops cloud-based platforms for scientific and engineering simulations. It offers ScaleX Pro for professionals and SMBs, ScaleX Developer for software developers, and ScaleX Enterprise for enterprises, featuring unified simulation platforms and on-premise resource management. Serving industries such as aerospace, automotive, and life sciences, Rescale enables customers to accelerate design cycles and time to market.

Cabana

Series A in 2021
Cabana operates a fleet of upscale, custom-made mobile hotel rooms designed to provide travelers with flexibility and comfort. Utilizing 2019 Ford Transit vans, the company offers a unique lodging experience that combines luxury amenities with the freedom to travel anywhere. Each mobile hotel room is thoughtfully designed with high-quality features such as a comfortable bed, ample storage, and a bathroom, all tailored for an optimal stay in a compact space. Cabana enhances the travel experience through its technology-enabled app, which allows users to reserve, check in, and check out of their accommodations without the need for in-person interactions. This approach not only offers the convenience of traditional lodging but also embodies the essence of luxury van life, enabling travelers to enjoy a premium experience on the road.

Carro

Series C in 2021
Carro is an automotive marketplace that offers a full-stack service for all aspects of car ownership. It challenges the traditional way of buying and selling of cars through a proprietary pricing algorithm. Carro also provides a range of services that offer everything a car owner needs throughout their car ownership journeys such as an in-house financing solution warranty options and Singapore’s first on-demand roadside recovery platform. The company was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in Singapore.

Brisa Robotica

Seed Round in 2021
Brisa Robótica specializes in the development of robotics and autonomous systems aimed at addressing complex challenges in manufacturing and logistics. The company collaborates with global leaders in these industries to enhance the interaction between robots, autonomous systems, and their environments. Brisa Robótica is focused on advancing its product line, particularly its Navigation and Localization platform, which is currently undergoing multiple proof-of-concept trials. Through the integration of robotics, machine learning, and cyber-physical systems, the company aims to provide cognitive and spatial awareness capabilities that allow businesses to streamline processes and improve workflow efficiency.

Flux Auto

Seed Round in 2021
Flux Auto specializes in developing modular autonomous driving systems tailored for trucks. Their platform is designed to be retrofitted into both new and existing vehicles, setting it apart by not relying on LiDAR technology, thereby offering an affordable solution for customers.

Synthesis AI

Venture Round in 2020
Founded in 2019, Synthesis AI is a San Francisco-based company specializing in computer vision. It offers a data generation platform that leverages synthetic data technology to enhance AI capabilities and enable more cost-effective model building.

Prodigy

Series A in 2020
Prodigy Software Inc. operates an online checkout platform designed to enhance the car buying experience by integrating seamlessly with dealership infrastructure and financial institutions. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Prodigy provides auto dealers with a modern, streamlined digital sales solution that improves efficiency and customer satisfaction. The platform allows customers to complete parts of the purchasing process online or in-store, ensuring real-time synchronization of information to eliminate redundant data entry. By connecting car buyers with dealers, as well as lenders and credit bureaus, Prodigy aims to facilitate increased car sales and operational efficiency for dealers.

Kavak

Series B in 2020
Founded in 2016, Kavak is a Mexican online platform specializing in the e-commerce of used cars. It aims to formalize the pre-owned car industry by offering real-time market data and a wide catalog of certified vehicles at fair prices. The platform provides services such as home delivery, financing options, and guarantees, enabling users to buy and sell vehicles hassle-free.

Credere

Seed Round in 2020
Credere develops a platform that helps auto dealerships streamline sales. Based in Natal, Brazil, it was founded in 2014 by Orlando Seabra, Sanderson Santana and Fred Alecrim. The platform provides real-time credit pre-analysis and approval, reports on approval rates and bank performance, team performance, characteristics of registered proposals, and access to a database of interested customers, enabling dealers to pre-evaluate credit and accelerate decision making to reduce costs and increase revenue.

Carupi

Seed Round in 2020
Carupi is a Brazilian company founded in 2017 that operates a peer-to-peer marketplace for used cars. Based in São Paulo, the platform aims to transform the traditional buying and selling experience of vehicles, which is often fraught with inefficiencies and safety concerns. Carupi distinguishes itself by offering professional photography services for cars, publishing listings on various classified sites, and managing communications between buyers and sellers, thereby eliminating the need for direct interaction. The company also utilizes an escrow service to ensure secure transactions, streamlining the entire process. With the used car market in Brazil valued at approximately $70 billion, Carupi seeks to redefine how individuals engage in vehicle transactions, much like how Airbnb revolutionized the home rental industry. The founder and CEO, Diego Fischer, brings extensive experience, having previously established Brazil's largest consumer-to-business car marketplace.

Trackage

Seed Round in 2020
Trackage is an information technology and services company that specializes in providing comprehensive monitoring solutions across various sectors, including automotive, tourism, assets, and cargo. The company leverages advanced GPS technology and multiple sensors to deliver real-time information and alerts through its mobile applications for Android and iOS. Trackage's capabilities extend to optimizing logistics processes through its yard management software, which facilitates intelligent tracking of assets like fleets and cargo. By offering strategic insights, Trackage enables clients to make informed decisions, reduce costs, and enhance operational efficiency, thus delivering a unique monitoring experience tailored to meet the specific needs of its clientele.

Revel

Venture Round in 2020
Revel is a company dedicated to accelerating electric vehicle (EV) adoption in urban areas through its all-electric rideshare service and network of fast-charging stations. The company operates a fleet of easily recognizable blue electric vehicles, providing a cleaner, safer, and more affordable rideshare experience. Revel places a strong emphasis on safety and cleanliness, utilizing vetted drivers and regularly detailed cars to ensure high service standards. Additionally, Revel offers electric mopeds that can be booked through a mobile application, allowing users to locate the nearest moped and start their ride conveniently. This combination of rideshare services and charging infrastructure positions Revel as a key player in promoting sustainable transportation solutions.

Flux Auto

Seed Round in 2020
Flux Auto specializes in developing modular autonomous driving systems tailored for trucks. Their platform is designed to be retrofitted into both new and existing vehicles, setting it apart by not relying on LiDAR technology, thereby offering an affordable solution for customers.

Synthesis AI

Seed Round in 2020
Founded in 2019, Synthesis AI is a San Francisco-based company specializing in computer vision. It offers a data generation platform that leverages synthetic data technology to enhance AI capabilities and enable more cost-effective model building.

Cabana

Seed Round in 2020
Cabana operates a fleet of upscale, custom-made mobile hotel rooms designed to provide travelers with flexibility and comfort. Utilizing 2019 Ford Transit vans, the company offers a unique lodging experience that combines luxury amenities with the freedom to travel anywhere. Each mobile hotel room is thoughtfully designed with high-quality features such as a comfortable bed, ample storage, and a bathroom, all tailored for an optimal stay in a compact space. Cabana enhances the travel experience through its technology-enabled app, which allows users to reserve, check in, and check out of their accommodations without the need for in-person interactions. This approach not only offers the convenience of traditional lodging but also embodies the essence of luxury van life, enabling travelers to enjoy a premium experience on the road.

Caribou

Series A in 2020
Caribou is a fintech company specializing in automotive refinancing. It partners with reputable lenders to offer drivers lower monthly car payments and potential savings of over $115 per month.

Carsome

Series C in 2019
Carsome operates an online platform that connects sellers of used cars with dealers, offering inspection, valuation, bidding, and logistics to facilitate the entire selling process. The platform supports ownership transfer, financing options, and a curated selection of pre-owned cars for buyers, enabling relatively quick sales. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Malaysia, Carsome has expanded to Indonesia, Thailand, and Singapore.

Brisa Robotica

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Brisa Robótica specializes in the development of robotics and autonomous systems aimed at addressing complex challenges in manufacturing and logistics. The company collaborates with global leaders in these industries to enhance the interaction between robots, autonomous systems, and their environments. Brisa Robótica is focused on advancing its product line, particularly its Navigation and Localization platform, which is currently undergoing multiple proof-of-concept trials. Through the integration of robotics, machine learning, and cyber-physical systems, the company aims to provide cognitive and spatial awareness capabilities that allow businesses to streamline processes and improve workflow efficiency.

Carbigdata

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Carbigdata is a data analytics platform specializing in vehicle information and recognition. Utilizing smart cameras, the company has amassed a database of over 1 billion detections, enabling real-time vehicle recognition through images and georeferencing. This technology integrates with other databases to provide comprehensive insights, assisting clients in theft prevention, vehicle monitoring, and recovery, as well as license plate recognition. Carbigdata's services are particularly valuable for banks, helping them locate defaulting vehicles, and for insurers, aiding in the identification of fraudulent claims. Accessible through a SaaS platform, Carbigdata transforms extensive data into actionable intelligence for various stakeholders in the automotive and financial sectors.

Credere

Venture Round in 2019
Credere develops a platform that helps auto dealerships streamline sales. Based in Natal, Brazil, it was founded in 2014 by Orlando Seabra, Sanderson Santana and Fred Alecrim. The platform provides real-time credit pre-analysis and approval, reports on approval rates and bank performance, team performance, characteristics of registered proposals, and access to a database of interested customers, enabling dealers to pre-evaluate credit and accelerate decision making to reduce costs and increase revenue.

Automobi

Venture Round in 2019
Automobi is a platform that helps vehicle owners keep the health of the car up to date. Through algorithms, Automobi can understand the needs of users and connect them to more than 100,000 workshops and dealerships throughout Brazil.

Boundary Layer Technologies

Seed Round in 2019
Founded in 2018, Boundary Layer Technologies specializes in constructing high-speed container ships that utilize hydrofoil technology. This innovative approach generates lift and propels the vessel's hull out of the water, significantly reducing drag and enabling faster ocean freight delivery.

Buskar

Pre Seed Round in 2018
Buskar is a Brazilian company based in Belo Horizonte that operates a credit recovery platform. It provides a range of solutions for the collection, localization, transport, custody, valuation, and sale of recovered goods, particularly focusing on vehicles. The platform facilitates the removal and delivery of recovered vehicles, playing a key role in the remarketing process. By streamlining the recovery and resale of assets, Buskar aims to enhance efficiency in the credit recovery industry.

SUIV

Pre Seed Round in 2018
SUIV is a technology company based in São Paulo, Brazil, founded in 2016, that specializes in the organization and dissemination of information pertinent to the vehicle market. The company offers a data technology platform that gathers, organizes, and filters diverse sources of automotive information, including data from automakers, manufacturers, service providers, and government agencies. SUIV's platform features a comprehensive catalog of genuine and aftermarket parts, suggested pricing, historical pricing, service plans, and average consumption metrics. This extensive database is fully accessible through API integration, enabling clients to efficiently search for and utilize automotive technical data in real-time, thereby enhancing decision-making processes within the automotive industry.

Motoboy.com

Pre Seed Round in 2018
Motoboy.com is a logistics management platform that facilitates ultra-fast delivery services in over 100 Brazilian cities. The company connects customers with autonomous couriers, ensuring deliveries are completed in less than two hours. It features an intelligent system that evaluates couriers based on their performance, prioritizing the best professionals to enhance service quality. All couriers are fully licensed and trained, equipped with adapted motorcycles for efficient delivery. Customers can obtain real-time price quotes and track their deliveries through GPS via the website, app, and chatbot. Additionally, Motoboy.com offers a robust API that integrates seamlessly with e-commerce platforms, allowing businesses to manage delivery requests and real-time monitoring without leaving their online stores.

Trackage

Seed Round in 2018
Trackage is an information technology and services company that specializes in providing comprehensive monitoring solutions across various sectors, including automotive, tourism, assets, and cargo. The company leverages advanced GPS technology and multiple sensors to deliver real-time information and alerts through its mobile applications for Android and iOS. Trackage's capabilities extend to optimizing logistics processes through its yard management software, which facilitates intelligent tracking of assets like fleets and cargo. By offering strategic insights, Trackage enables clients to make informed decisions, reduce costs, and enhance operational efficiency, thus delivering a unique monitoring experience tailored to meet the specific needs of its clientele.

Automobi

Seed Round in 2018
Automobi is a platform that helps vehicle owners keep the health of the car up to date. Through algorithms, Automobi can understand the needs of users and connect them to more than 100,000 workshops and dealerships throughout Brazil.

Truckvision

Pre Seed Round in 2018
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TipiTop

Venture Round in 2018
TipiTop is an online car-selling platform that aims to transform the experience of buying and selling vehicles. The company prioritizes transparency, ensuring that users have access to comprehensive information to facilitate informed decision-making. TipiTop’s platform features a network of certified mechanics and sellers who verify each car for quality assurance. This rigorous verification process allows users to sell their cars in a straightforward, transparent, and secure manner, enhancing trust in the transaction process. Through its innovative approach, TipiTop seeks to make the car-selling experience easier and fairer for all participants.

Starsky Robotics

Series A in 2018
Starsky Robotics, Inc. is an autonomous trucking company founded in 2015 and based in San Francisco, California. The company focuses on developing technology to automate vehicles, specifically targeting the trucking industry, which is vital to the American economy, transporting 70% of all freight. Starsky Robotics aims to enhance safety on the roads by creating trucks that can operate autonomously on highways while allowing drivers to remotely control the vehicles during the first and last miles of delivery. This innovative approach not only seeks to improve road safety but also strives to provide drivers with more meaningful work opportunities closer to their homes, addressing the challenges faced by long-haul truck drivers who often spend extended periods away from their families.

Credere

Pre Seed Round in 2017
Credere develops a platform that helps auto dealerships streamline sales. Based in Natal, Brazil, it was founded in 2014 by Orlando Seabra, Sanderson Santana and Fred Alecrim. The platform provides real-time credit pre-analysis and approval, reports on approval rates and bank performance, team performance, characteristics of registered proposals, and access to a database of interested customers, enabling dealers to pre-evaluate credit and accelerate decision making to reduce costs and increase revenue.

Scotty Labs

Venture Round in 2017
Scotty Labs, Inc. is a technology company based in Menlo Park, California, that specializes in enabling remote control of self-driving vehicles. Founded in 2017 as a spin-out of SRI International, the company focuses on a tele-operations platform that allows humans to virtually manage autonomous vehicles in complex environments. By emphasizing the collaboration between human operators and autonomous systems, Scotty Labs aims to address the challenges faced by driverless technology. Rather than pursuing complete vehicle autonomy, the company believes in the effectiveness of safe tele-operation as a solution that complements autonomous driving capabilities. This approach aims to enhance the driving experience while improving safety and efficiency, particularly in industries such as trucking, where maximizing revenue and minimizing costs are critical. As of August 2019, Scotty Labs operates as a subsidiary of DoorDash, Inc.

Mycroft

Venture Round in 2017
Mycroft AI, Inc. is a developer of an open-source voice assistant platform that enables users to interact with their electronic devices through voice commands. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri, with additional offices in Palo Alto, California, and Lawrence, Kansas, Mycroft's software operates as an adaptable platform that can be customized and integrated into various devices, including refrigerators, computers, speakers, wearables, cars, and televisions. The company emphasizes a privacy-focused approach, utilizing artificial intelligence and natural language processing to enhance user experience while maintaining an open-source and open-hardware framework. This allows for extensive extension and personalization, catering to the diverse needs of users.

TipiTop

Venture Round in 2017
TipiTop is an online car-selling platform that aims to transform the experience of buying and selling vehicles. The company prioritizes transparency, ensuring that users have access to comprehensive information to facilitate informed decision-making. TipiTop’s platform features a network of certified mechanics and sellers who verify each car for quality assurance. This rigorous verification process allows users to sell their cars in a straightforward, transparent, and secure manner, enhancing trust in the transaction process. Through its innovative approach, TipiTop seeks to make the car-selling experience easier and fairer for all participants.

Prodigy

Seed Round in 2017
Prodigy Software Inc. operates an online checkout platform designed to enhance the car buying experience by integrating seamlessly with dealership infrastructure and financial institutions. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Prodigy provides auto dealers with a modern, streamlined digital sales solution that improves efficiency and customer satisfaction. The platform allows customers to complete parts of the purchasing process online or in-store, ensuring real-time synchronization of information to eliminate redundant data entry. By connecting car buyers with dealers, as well as lenders and credit bureaus, Prodigy aims to facilitate increased car sales and operational efficiency for dealers.

Prodigy

Seed Round in 2017
Prodigy Software Inc. operates an online checkout platform designed to enhance the car buying experience by integrating seamlessly with dealership infrastructure and financial institutions. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Prodigy provides auto dealers with a modern, streamlined digital sales solution that improves efficiency and customer satisfaction. The platform allows customers to complete parts of the purchasing process online or in-store, ensuring real-time synchronization of information to eliminate redundant data entry. By connecting car buyers with dealers, as well as lenders and credit bureaus, Prodigy aims to facilitate increased car sales and operational efficiency for dealers.

Aurora Labs

Venture Round in 2017
Founded in 2016, Aurora Labs specializes in AI-based Vehicle Software Intelligence for the automotive industry. Its platform covers the entire vehicle lifecycle from development to on-road updates, enabling efficient software management and predictive maintenance.

InstaCarro

Seed Round in 2016
InstaCarro is an online platform based in São Paulo, Brazil, that facilitates the buying and selling of used cars. Established in July 2015 by Diego Fischer and Luca Cafici, the company provides individuals looking to sell their vehicles with the convenience of online quotes, competitive pricing, and immediate payment following inspection. For buyers, InstaCarro offers access to a comprehensive inventory of previously inspected cars, ensuring transparency through detailed photos and condition reports. Additionally, the platform guarantees an immediate return if a purchased vehicle does not meet the described conditions, thereby enhancing consumer confidence and enabling more affordable options in the used car market.

Automobi

Pre Seed Round in 2016
Automobi is a platform that helps vehicle owners keep the health of the car up to date. Through algorithms, Automobi can understand the needs of users and connect them to more than 100,000 workshops and dealerships throughout Brazil.
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