Right Side Capital Management

Right Side Capital Management is a San Francisco-based venture capital firm that focuses on early-stage, pre-seed technology startups in underserved segments of the ecosystem. It invests in a high-volume, capital-efficient portfolio, typically funding rounds of 50,000 to 500,000 and making roughly 75 to 100 investments per year. The firm targets opportunities across the United States and internationally, including Canada, Israel, Australia, New Zealand, and Western Europe, prioritizing companies with scalable products and prudent capital use outside major metro hubs. Since its inception, it has built a broad portfolio across many states. It commits to a fast decision process, often delivering a yes or no within two weeks to help founders establish momentum.

Kevin Dick

Managing Director

David Lambert

Founder and Managing Director

Jeff Pomeranz

Managing Director

Paul Swiencicki

Partner

Past deals in Electric Vehicle

Rideshine

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Rideshine is a company that delivers business-to-business car wash and cleaning services with an emphasis on environmental sustainability and operational efficiency. It uses data-driven methods to optimize distribution and workflows in the car wash sector and employs climate-friendly practices, including waterless hand washing and waxing options. The company partners with property management firms to provide apartment amenities such as overnight house cleaning and car washes, offering convenient, eco-conscious services that can be performed in residents’ garages and help reduce car wash queue times. Through its integrated approach, Rideshine aims to streamline service delivery, improve asset utilization, and expand access to professional cleaning and car care within multi-family housing environments.

Baja AI

Convertible Note in 2020
Baja AI is focused on developing Cyberbaja, a line of micro solar sports cars designed to enhance urban and suburban mobility. The company aims to provide sustainable and affordable transportation solutions that can navigate bike lanes, helping users avoid traffic congestion. Each vehicle is equipped with environmentally friendly batteries and features a solar roof, allowing for sufficient energy to complete daily commutes. Baja AI's innovative approach combines cutting-edge technology with eco-conscious design, enabling users to commute with confidence while minimizing their environmental impact.

ParkENT Cycles

Convertible Note in 2019
ParkENT Cycles specializes in the manufacturing of secure electric bicycle charging stations. Recognizing the lack of public charging options for e-bikes, the company has developed a solution that allows users to safely park and charge a variety of electric bicycles, including e-trikes, e-cargo bikes, and e-pedicabs. Their charging stations feature an integrated system that can be accessed through a mobile application or a key card, making it user-friendly and accessible to all, including children. This innovation addresses the growing need for secure public charging facilities, enabling e-bike users to conveniently power their vehicles while away from home.

MAX

Venture Round in 2019
MAX is a company that specializes in providing motorcycle taxi and transport services, focusing on the last-mile delivery and online retail challenges in Africa. By utilizing mobile and web platforms, MAX connects consumers, retail businesses, and independent drivers in real-time, effectively removing logistical and technological barriers that have hindered retail growth on the continent. Additionally, MAX offers electric and low-emission vehicle subscription services tailored for commercial drivers, promoting financial freedom and wealth creation through vehicle ownership. The company aims to ensure that independent drivers have access to safe, reliable, and sustainable mobility solutions, thereby enhancing the overall transport landscape in Africa.

KUHMUTE

Venture Round in 2019
Founded in 2018, KUHMUTE designs and manufactures advanced charging hubs for multimodal micromobility vehicles. Headquartered in Flint, Michigan with offices in Jersey City, New Jersey, and Grand Haven, Michigan, the company specializes in creating platform-agnostic solutions that enable cities and mobility service providers to charge eScooters, ebikes, and autonomous delivery robots securely and efficiently.

Autobon AI

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Autobon Holdings, Inc. develops vehicle assistance software aimed at enhancing fuel efficiency, safety, and operational effectiveness for truckers and fleet owners. The company offers technologies such as Autobon Visor and CargoCam, which facilitate the tracking and monitoring of cargo and trucks. Additionally, Autobon focuses on upgrading existing semi-trucks into safer and more automated vehicles through a low-cost autopilot platform that incorporates self-driving and advanced logistics features. By leveraging artificial intelligence, Autobon's systems provide intelligent tracking assistance and integrate vehicle telematics with custom transportation management systems, enabling fleet owners to improve efficiency, reduce accidents, and lower fuel consumption. Established in 2016 and based in Rolling Meadows, Illinois, Autobon was formerly known as Autobon AI, Inc. before rebranding in December 2017.

ChargeWheel

Seed Round in 2019
ChargeWheel is a California-based provider of on-demand, mobile electric-vehicle charging solutions for operators of EV and micromobility fleets. The company offers portable charging hubs delivered via energy delivery vans, capable of charging cars, buses, trucks, bikes, and scooters at offices, events, venues, or outdoor locations. Its hubs can be powered by solar energy, enabling diesel-free energy supply for concerts and events, with operations conducted without reliance on fixed infrastructure. Incorporated in 2018, ChargeWheel is headquartered in South San Francisco, California.

EcoG

Convertible Note in 2018
Founded in 2017, EcoG designs and develops Internet of Things (IoT) operating systems for electric vehicle chargers. Its platform offers charging control, backend connectivity, payment solutions, UI components, tools for development and simulation, and an open API architecture that enables app-based services. With offices in Germany, Norway, and the US, EcoG facilitates value-added services by connecting users, vehicles, and infrastructure with local businesses.

Damon Motors

Convertible Note in 2017
Damon Motors Inc. is a technology company focused on transforming urban mobility through innovative motorcycle design and safety features. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, with additional offices in San Rafael, California, Damon develops advanced systems aimed at enhancing rider safety and situational awareness. Its flagship product, the 360º Advanced Warning System, incorporates cutting-edge sensor fusion, robotics, and artificial intelligence to provide comprehensive environmental awareness for motorcyclists. The company’s proprietary electric powertrain, HyperDrive, powers motorcycles that boast impressive speed, distinctive design, and new features such as CoPilot and Shift. Damon Motors is committed to establishing a new benchmark for motorcycle safety and sustainability, successfully appealing to a new generation of riders in the United States and internationally.

De-Ice

Convertible Note in 2016
De-Ice is an MIT spin-out focused on developing advanced ground and in-flight ice protection systems for the aerospace industry. The company offers an electric de-icing technology that improves operational efficiency by replacing traditional on-ground chemical solutions with a faster, safer, and more cost-effective alternative. This innovative system not only minimizes disruptions to operations but also enhances the capability for flights to access remote locations. Additionally, it improves in-flight performance by eliminating the need for bleed air, thereby supporting a more efficient and reliable aviation experience.

TEQ Charging

Convertible Note in 2016
TEQ Charging, Inc. is a company that specializes in developing a power management platform designed to facilitate the charging of electric vehicles. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Marietta, Georgia, the company offers a comprehensive TEQ Charging system that includes hardware capable of processing payments, controlling access, and providing data and usage statistics. Its mobile website enables users to manage and request charging through a personalized dashboard. TEQ Charging's innovative queuing algorithms optimize the use of available power, allowing more charging stations to be deployed than the electrical infrastructure can typically support at one time. By transitioning electrical management to the cloud, the company ensures that each vehicle receives its charge as requested, addressing the growing demand for electric vehicle charging solutions amid a rising number of EVs on the road. TEQ Charging primarily serves the automotive industry and property managers looking to expand their charging infrastructure efficiently.

MAX

Convertible Note in 2015
MAX is a company that specializes in providing motorcycle taxi and transport services, focusing on the last-mile delivery and online retail challenges in Africa. By utilizing mobile and web platforms, MAX connects consumers, retail businesses, and independent drivers in real-time, effectively removing logistical and technological barriers that have hindered retail growth on the continent. Additionally, MAX offers electric and low-emission vehicle subscription services tailored for commercial drivers, promoting financial freedom and wealth creation through vehicle ownership. The company aims to ensure that independent drivers have access to safe, reliable, and sustainable mobility solutions, thereby enhancing the overall transport landscape in Africa.

Elegus Technologies

Convertible Note in 2015
Elegus Technologies, Inc. is a company based in Detroit, Michigan, that specializes in the development and commercialization of separator membranes composed of nanoscale fibers. Founded in 2014, Elegus focuses on enhancing the performance of various energy storage technologies, including lithium-ion, lithium-sulfur, and lithium-air batteries. The company’s innovative separator technology, derived from extensive research at the University of Michigan, addresses critical challenges in battery performance, such as dendrite growth and thickness constraints. By enabling battery manufacturers to increase energy density without compromising safety, Elegus aims to support the evolving demands of the battery industry. The company's commitment to innovation positions it to provide high-performance solutions for contemporary and future energy storage applications.

Zagster

Venture Round in 2012
Zagster Inc. is a provider of bike-sharing programs, specializing in the design, construction, and operation of both private and public-private bike-sharing systems in North America. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the company partners with property managers, universities, corporate campuses, hotels, and small cities to offer bike-sharing solutions tailored to the needs of tenants, employees, guests, and residents. Zagster's comprehensive offerings include a mobile application that facilitates the unlocking, riding, and returning of bikes, as well as a micro-mobility operations platform for e-mobility providers. Additionally, the company provides maintenance and rider support services, ensuring a seamless experience for users.

Zagster

Seed Round in 2012
Zagster Inc. is a provider of bike-sharing programs, specializing in the design, construction, and operation of both private and public-private bike-sharing systems in North America. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the company partners with property managers, universities, corporate campuses, hotels, and small cities to offer bike-sharing solutions tailored to the needs of tenants, employees, guests, and residents. Zagster's comprehensive offerings include a mobile application that facilitates the unlocking, riding, and returning of bikes, as well as a micro-mobility operations platform for e-mobility providers. Additionally, the company provides maintenance and rider support services, ensuring a seamless experience for users.

New Day Hydrogen

New Day Hydrogen specializes in developing micro-hub fueling systems that generate emissions-free hydrogen from water using renewable energy. This enables fleet operators to transition incrementally towards affordable zero-emission transportation, enhancing resiliency and reducing environmental impact.

Solv4x

Solv4x is a technology company specializing in AI-powered software solutions aimed at fleet electrification and electric vehicle (EV) charging. The company develops innovative software that assists EV operators in adapting to energy infrastructure demands. By partnering with fleet operators and utility companies, Solv4x provides tools that predict energy schedules, optimize costs, and enhance green energy utilization. This enables consumers and businesses to effectively build and manage their energy infrastructure, facilitating the transition to electric mobility.

Ketchel Axle Systems

Ketchel Axle Systems specializes in manufacturing electric axles for commercial vehicles, aiming to decrease emissions and promote sustainability in the transportation sector.

Torev Motors

Torev Motors designs and manufactures axial flux electric motors for automotive and aerospace applications, focusing on low weight, high power output and reduced reliance on rare earth metals. Founded in 2022 and based in Arlington, Virginia, the company emphasizes a patented motor architecture that supports cost-effective modular designs, improved vehicle control and extended range. This approach aims to make advanced electric motors more affordable for automakers and aerospace customers while reducing energy consumption related to charging.

Vizrom

Vizrom develops technologies to streamline vehicle registration and digital signage. The company is building an electronic license plate that displays DMV-issued vehicle registration numbers on an e-paper display, enabling automated renewal processes and reducing trips to the DMV. It also offers a cloud-based content management platform for hospitals and other businesses, providing a digital signage solution that lets clients push information to single or multiple screens with real-time updates.
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