General Motors

General Motors Company is a leading global manufacturer and seller of vehicles, including cars and trucks, operating primarily in markets such as the United States, China, Brazil, Germany, and Canada. The company offers a diverse range of vehicles, including sedans, SUVs, pick-up trucks, and hybrids, as well as parts and accessories for these vehicles. General Motors provides both new and used vehicles through a network of dealers and distributors. Following a significant restructuring in 2009, the company emerged from bankruptcy and streamlined its brand portfolio to focus on four core segments: GM North America, GM International, Cruise, and GM Financial. In recent years, General Motors has regained its position as a market leader in the U.S., achieving a 16.5% share in 2023. The company's Cruise division, dedicated to autonomous vehicle technology, has faced operational challenges but continues to adapt its services. Headquartered in Detroit, Michigan, General Motors remains one of the largest automakers globally, continuing to innovate in automotive technology and vehicle safety.

Mary Barra

Chairman and CEO

Jordyn Blanson

Diversity and Inclusion Business Partner

Gil Golan

Executive Director - General Motors Technical Center Israel

Dan Nicholson

Vice President of Global Electrification, Controls, Software and Electronics

Wade Sheffer

Vice President GM Energy

Matt Tsien

GM Executive Vice President and CTO

Past deals in Electric Vehicle

UVeye

Series D in 2023
UVeye Ltd. designs and manufactures advanced vehicle inspection systems that leverage high-resolution cameras and computer algorithms to automatically detect anomalies, modifications, and foreign objects in vehicles. Their product line includes stationary and mobile under-vehicle inspection systems, which can identify concealed weapons and contraband while providing 3D imaging of a vehicle's undercarriage. The systems are equipped with license plate recognition capabilities, allowing for efficient database storage and retrieval of vehicle information. UVeye serves a diverse clientele, including government entities such as embassies and military bases, as well as private organizations globally. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, UVeye aims to enhance security and maintenance across various sectors, integrating digital solutions into the vehicle inspection process.

Cruise

Secondary Market in 2022
GM Cruise LLC, doing business as Cruise Automation, develops and manufactures Cruise RP-1, a highway autopilot system for cars. Its products features include precision steering, car and lane tracking, adaptive speed control, and collision avoidance. The company was founded in 2013 and is based in San Francisco, California. As of May 12, 2016, Cruise Automation, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of General Motors Company.

Cruise

Corporate Round in 2022
GM Cruise LLC, doing business as Cruise Automation, develops and manufactures Cruise RP-1, a highway autopilot system for cars. Its products features include precision steering, car and lane tracking, adaptive speed control, and collision avoidance. The company was founded in 2013 and is based in San Francisco, California. As of May 12, 2016, Cruise Automation, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of General Motors Company.

Pure Watercraft

Corporate Round in 2021
Pure Watercraft, Inc. is a Seattle-based company that designs, manufactures, and sells electric boats and outboard propulsion systems. Established in 2011, the company offers a range of products including pontoon boats, bass boats, coaching launches, and rigid inflatables, all aimed at enhancing fishing and leisure activities. Its electric outboard motors are designed to be clean, quiet, and environmentally sustainable, allowing for zero-emission boating experiences. The company's products are available for purchase online, promoting accessibility for consumers interested in eco-friendly watercraft solutions.

Wejo

Post in 2021
Wejo partners with automotive manufacturers to organize and enhance streams of authentic connected vehicle data, unlocking its value for drivers and public and private sector organizations. Wejo data and insights are licensed to ethical, like-minded businesses – from traffic analysts to parking app developers, smart city planners to governments. It specializes in in-vehicle data and processes billions of data points from thousands of sensors globally. Wejo analyses this data and makes it accessible to create customer and economic value; enable safer driving; make cities more liveable and deliver a better driving experience.

SES

Series D in 2021
SolidEnergy Systems Corp. specializes in the development and manufacturing of rechargeable lithium metal batteries, targeting applications in drones, wearables, smartphones, and electric vehicles. Founded in 2012 and located in Woburn, Massachusetts, the company operates at a pilot scale to produce rechargeable cells for prototype demonstrations and niche aerospace markets. SolidEnergy's core innovation lies in the materials it provides, specifically anodes and electrolytes, which are designed for integration with existing lithium-ion cell manufacturing processes. This compatibility enables the company to scale its production without the need for significant investment in new infrastructure. By supplying these materials to major lithium-ion cell manufacturers, SolidEnergy facilitates the creation of customized battery solutions for a variety of applications, positioning itself for growth in the mainstream consumer electronics and electric vehicle markets.

Cruise

Corporate Round in 2021
GM Cruise LLC, doing business as Cruise Automation, develops and manufactures Cruise RP-1, a highway autopilot system for cars. Its products features include precision steering, car and lane tracking, adaptive speed control, and collision avoidance. The company was founded in 2013 and is based in San Francisco, California. As of May 12, 2016, Cruise Automation, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of General Motors Company.

Lordstown Motors

Post in 2020
Lordstown Motors Corporation is an American automobile manufacturer of electric vehicles.Lordstown Motors is completing the engineering and development of the first full-electric pickup truck.

Nikola

Post in 2020
Nikola Motor Company, a subsidiary of Nikola Corporation, is focused on transforming the transportation industry through the development of zero-emission vehicles. Founded in 2014 and based in Salt Lake City, Utah, the company designs and manufactures battery-electric and hydrogen-electric vehicles, along with electric powertrains and vehicle components. In addition to its vehicle offerings, Nikola also creates energy storage systems and infrastructure for hydrogen fueling stations, aiming to provide comprehensive solutions for sustainable transportation. With a commitment to reducing emissions across the energy production and consumption spectrum, Nikola Motor Company seeks to disrupt the industry on a global scale.

Cruise

Corporate Round in 2019
GM Cruise LLC, doing business as Cruise Automation, develops and manufactures Cruise RP-1, a highway autopilot system for cars. Its products features include precision steering, car and lane tracking, adaptive speed control, and collision avoidance. The company was founded in 2013 and is based in San Francisco, California. As of May 12, 2016, Cruise Automation, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of General Motors Company.

Wejo

Series B in 2019
Wejo partners with automotive manufacturers to organize and enhance streams of authentic connected vehicle data, unlocking its value for drivers and public and private sector organizations. Wejo data and insights are licensed to ethical, like-minded businesses – from traffic analysts to parking app developers, smart city planners to governments. It specializes in in-vehicle data and processes billions of data points from thousands of sensors globally. Wejo analyses this data and makes it accessible to create customer and economic value; enable safer driving; make cities more liveable and deliver a better driving experience.

Wejo

Series A in 2018
Wejo partners with automotive manufacturers to organize and enhance streams of authentic connected vehicle data, unlocking its value for drivers and public and private sector organizations. Wejo data and insights are licensed to ethical, like-minded businesses – from traffic analysts to parking app developers, smart city planners to governments. It specializes in in-vehicle data and processes billions of data points from thousands of sensors globally. Wejo analyses this data and makes it accessible to create customer and economic value; enable safer driving; make cities more liveable and deliver a better driving experience.

Cruise

Corporate Round in 2018
Cruise is building advanced self-driving vehicles to safely connect people with places, things, and experiences they care about. Cruise autonomous vehicles are actively navigating challenging and unpredictable driving environments, tackling the complex traffic scenarios human drivers face daily to bring self-driving technology to the world.

Cruise

Acquisition in 2016
GM Cruise LLC, doing business as Cruise Automation, develops and manufactures Cruise RP-1, a highway autopilot system for cars. Its products features include precision steering, car and lane tracking, adaptive speed control, and collision avoidance. The company was founded in 2013 and is based in San Francisco, California. As of May 12, 2016, Cruise Automation, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of General Motors Company.

Reliance Motor Car Company

Acquisition in 1908
Reliance Motor Car Company is a manufacturer of motors.
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