Trucks Venture Capital

Trucks Venture Capital, established in 2015 and based in San Francisco, California, is an early-stage venture capital firm focused on investing in the transportation sector. The company supports entrepreneurs driving innovation in autonomous, connected, and shared vehicles, as well as transportation software.

Reilly Brennan

General Partner

Puneeth Meruva

Partner

Jason Townsend

CFO

74 past transactions

Bingo Tech

Seed Round in 2025
A Shopify style marketplace for last-mile electric fleet needs. Looking to launch a fleet of electric vehicles? Bingo's solutions will enabled you to launch in a matter of weeks: select a vehicle from a wide selection of 2, 3 and 4-wheel options which can all run on the same battery, select battery swapping stations to keep your fleet charged, then launch & manage the entire operation with Bingo's turnkey white label software.

Teleo

Series A in 2024
Teleo specializes in transforming existing heavy machinery into remote-controlled robots, allowing operators to control equipment from a significant distance. By retrofitting current fleets with its advanced supervised autonomy technology, Teleo enables operators to seamlessly switch between machines and job sites, enhancing both productivity and safety. The company's approach allows machine operators to work from remote operation centers rather than being confined to the equipment's cabin, ultimately improving operational efficiency and providing valuable insights into job site conditions.

Carvis.AI

Pre Seed Round in 2024
Get instant, accurate diagnostics, easy-to-follow repair guides, essential tool lists, recommended parts, and helpful YouTube tutorials, all in one place.

BasiGo

Series A in 2024
BasiGo is an e-mobility start-up focused on transforming public transportation in Kenya and Rwanda by providing electric buses as a sustainable alternative to diesel. The company operates under a pay-as-you-go model, which includes maintenance and battery charging services, facilitating the transition for bus owners to adopt electric vehicles. BasiGo's electric buses are designed to operate throughout the day on a single charge, utilizing proven battery technology that offers a reliable and economical solution amidst rising diesel costs. By making electric buses more accessible, BasiGo aims to enhance the efficiency of public transport while contributing to environmental sustainability.

Bedrock Materials

Seed Round in 2024
Bedrock Materials is a manufacturer specializing in sodium-ion battery materials aimed at transforming energy storage solutions. By pioneering innovative materials and production techniques, the company focuses on reducing the cost of electric vehicles through the commercialization of sodium-ion battery technology. Its electrode materials facilitate large-scale battery production, enabling manufacturers to create electric vehicles with extended ranges and reduced overall battery costs. Bedrock Materials is dedicated to advancing sustainable energy storage for a more environmentally friendly future.

Verne

Seed Round in 2024
Verne is a cleantech startup founded in 2020 and based in Berkeley, California, specializing in high-density hydrogen storage systems tailored for heavy transport applications. The company develops innovative solutions that allow vehicle operators to maintain existing operations while meeting zero-emission targets. Verne's hydrogen storage systems are designed to provide double the density of traditional compressed gas, facilitating efficient refueling at both liquid and gaseous hydrogen stations. This technology enables trucks to achieve a range and payload comparable to diesel vehicles, effectively minimizing the cost of hydrogen delivery from producers to end consumers.

Ionobell

Seed Round in 2024
Ionobell is a battery research and development company specializing in the advancement of battery materials and cell technology. With several decades of combined expertise in energy storage, lithium-ion technology, and fabrication, Ionobell aims to create environmentally friendly batteries by utilizing abundant and unwanted materials. The company focuses on producing batteries that enhance longevity and performance while remaining cost-effective and scalable. Their innovative approach includes the use of biomaterials, common plastic waste, and recycled materials, specifically designed for applications in unmanned aerial vehicles and electric vehicles. By replacing carbon with nanoparticle silicon in the anode, Ionobell offers clients eco-friendly batteries that provide improved energy density, faster charging times, and reduced costs, all while minimizing environmental impact.

River

Series B in 2024
River is an electric vehicle manufacturer focused on enhancing livelihoods through its products. The company specializes in producing high-quality mobility motor vehicles, specifically utility electric mopeds. These vehicles are designed to be economical and versatile, catering to a variety of needs including work, recreation, and everyday tasks. By offering affordable options, River aims to provide customers with reliable transportation solutions that facilitate both productivity and leisure.

May Mobility

Series D in 2023
May Mobility, Inc. is an autonomous vehicle company based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, founded in 2017. The company specializes in developing and deploying autonomous vehicle technology to enhance public transportation systems. May Mobility operates a fleet of six-passenger electric shuttles that navigate through traffic using mapped and closed-loop routes. By analyzing city traffic and commuter patterns, the company identifies bottlenecks and optimizes transit routes for various communities. Its services aim to reduce human error in driving, lower pollution levels, and provide economic benefits to both communities and riders. Through its innovative approach, May Mobility seeks to create a safer, greener, and more efficient transportation environment.

Faction

Seed Round in 2023
Faction specializes in the development of driverless electric vehicles that combine the speed and performance of cars with the affordability of motorcycles. The company focuses on micro-delivery and ride-on-demand services, utilizing a model that integrates remote human supervision alongside autonomous technology. This approach allows Faction to bypass the limitations of fully autonomous systems, enabling quicker deployment of its services. The vehicles are designed with networked data capabilities, over-the-air software updates, and safety-critical autonomy features, ensuring a cost-effective and reliable driverless solution for clients. After completing its first prototypes, Faction is set to commence trials to further refine its offerings in the transportation sector.

Treehouse

Series A in 2023
Treehouse is a venture-backed software-enabled home electrification startup focused on delivering turnkey EV charging solutions to EV buyers at the point of sale.

Auriga Space

Pre Seed Round in 2023
Next-generation space launch company providing efficient, clean and flexible transport to space

River

Series B in 2023
River is an electric vehicle manufacturer focused on enhancing livelihoods through its products. The company specializes in producing high-quality mobility motor vehicles, specifically utility electric mopeds. These vehicles are designed to be economical and versatile, catering to a variety of needs including work, recreation, and everyday tasks. By offering affordable options, River aims to provide customers with reliable transportation solutions that facilitate both productivity and leisure.

Ottometric

Venture Round in 2023
Ottometric Inc. is a technology company based in Newton, Massachusetts, that specializes in developing an autonomous vehicle safety service platform. Founded in 2018, Ottometric's cloud-based platform leverages big data, artificial intelligence, sensor fusion, and computer vision to create an intelligent verification framework. This framework provides deeper insights into events and anomalies, aiding the automotive industry in enhancing the safety and reliability of advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS). As the demand for reliable ADAS features intensifies, Ottometric's scalable tools facilitate the automation and improvement of the validation and training processes, ultimately contributing to safer vehicles and potentially saving lives. The company addresses the challenges of delivering effective autonomous capabilities, which are currently viewed as inadequate by industry stakeholders.

BasiGo

Seed Round in 2022
BasiGo is an e-mobility start-up focused on transforming public transportation in Kenya and Rwanda by providing electric buses as a sustainable alternative to diesel. The company operates under a pay-as-you-go model, which includes maintenance and battery charging services, facilitating the transition for bus owners to adopt electric vehicles. BasiGo's electric buses are designed to operate throughout the day on a single charge, utilizing proven battery technology that offers a reliable and economical solution amidst rising diesel costs. By making electric buses more accessible, BasiGo aims to enhance the efficiency of public transport while contributing to environmental sustainability.

Railvision Analytics

Venture Round in 2022
RailVision Analytics is a Montréal-based company founded in 2019 that leverages artificial intelligence to enhance operational efficiency in the rail industry. The company's data analysis software is designed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and fuel consumption while improving safety. By providing clients with access to digital data related to locomotive operations and personnel activities, RailVision Analytics enables them to optimize train performance and efficiency. Its innovative solutions aim to address critical challenges in the rail sector, contributing to more sustainable and safer rail transportation.

Denim

Series B in 2022
Denim is a freight payment system that focuses on enhancing the operational efficiency of freight brokers. The company offers a comprehensive platform designed to streamline back-office processes, including payments, collections, and financing. By providing services such as factoring and automated invoicing, Denim enables small freight brokers to access essential working capital necessary for growth in a competitive market. The software aims to simplify complex financial operations, allowing brokers to devote more time to managing their core business activities while enhancing their financial management capabilities.

Stable

Series A in 2022
Stable provides software solutions designed to assist electric vehicle (EV) fleets and charging providers in efficiently planning and managing their charging infrastructure. Founded in 2016 and based in San Francisco, the company offers a siting and forecasting platform that utilizes a proprietary machine learning model to predict site utilization and optimize the placement and sizing of charging stations. By consolidating essential data and insights, Stable enables customers to make informed decisions regarding the deployment of charging stations, ensuring that they are installed in locations where they are most needed.

Zitara

Series A in 2022
Zitara Technologies is a San Francisco-based company founded in 2019 that specializes in predictive battery management software tailored for electric fleets. The company develops both cloud-based and embedded solutions that deliver comprehensive battery analytics, including simulation, planning, and real-time operational insights. By focusing on enterprises with large battery deployments, Zitara's platform enhances safety and extends the longevity of battery systems, making it a valuable resource for grid-scale and residential energy storage applications.

Teleo

Series A in 2022
Teleo specializes in transforming existing heavy machinery into remote-controlled robots, allowing operators to control equipment from a significant distance. By retrofitting current fleets with its advanced supervised autonomy technology, Teleo enables operators to seamlessly switch between machines and job sites, enhancing both productivity and safety. The company's approach allows machine operators to work from remote operation centers rather than being confined to the equipment's cabin, ultimately improving operational efficiency and providing valuable insights into job site conditions.

Meter Feeder

Seed Round in 2022
Meter Feeder, Inc. is a technology company based in Braddock, Pennsylvania, founded in 2014. It specializes in providing affordable payment and enforcement solutions for small to mid-sized governments. The company has developed a mobile application that allows users to locate and pay for parking conveniently through their devices. In addition to the app, Meter Feeder offers a parking enforcement tool known as Meter Reader, which includes an Android tablet and a Bluetooth printer, enabling enforcement officers to verify payments and issue citations efficiently. Meter Feeder's solutions integrate seamlessly with existing parking infrastructure, eliminating the need for municipalities to invest in new meters or kiosks, and promoting the adoption of electronic payment methods among users.

Terraline

Seed Round in 2022
Terraline is a vehicle technology company focused on revolutionizing freight transportation through sustainable practices. The company specializes in manufacturing purpose-built, battery-electric heavy-duty trucks designed to eliminate carbon dioxide emissions and enhance operational efficiency. By incorporating advanced aerodynamics and featuring long-range rechargeable batteries, Terraline's trucks enable businesses to transition to eco-friendly transportation solutions while benefiting from cost savings and reliability. Committed to decarbonizing a significant contributor to global greenhouse gas emissions, Terraline aims to disrupt the freight industry by offering autonomous electric freight solutions that align with environmental objectives.

Taur

Seed Round in 2022
TAUR Technologies, founded in 2019 by Richard Adey and Carson Brown, is dedicated to transforming urban transport through the development of innovative electric scooters. Based in London, the company aims to make e-scooters a practical and stylish option for city travel, offering products that combine the stability of e-bikes with the portability of kick-scooters. With a team comprising experts from renowned companies such as Tesla and McLaren, TAUR focuses on delivering a superior user experience. The company gained recognition in January 2022 when it won a GOOD DESIGN® Award for its commitment to quality and design excellence.

Cling Systems

Seed Round in 2021
Cling Systems is a developer of a circularity platform that focuses on creating intelligent solutions for end-of-life batteries. The company connects various stakeholders within the battery ecosystem to facilitate the recycling, repurposing, and reuse of batteries. By providing data and trading infrastructure, Cling Systems addresses the complexities and challenges faced by participants in the battery lifecycle. The company's digital tools and expertise aim to lower barriers to participation, thereby incentivizing engagement in sustainable practices. Through its innovative approach, Cling Systems seeks to ensure a steady supply of raw materials and energy for the future while promoting environmental responsibility within the industry.

Roadio (Formerly Streetlogic)

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Developer of an advanced driver assistance system(ADAS) designed for two wheelers. The company offers a lightweight, low-power collision warning system that consists of two fisheye cameras, a powerful processing unit, and advanced artificial intelligence to detect and notify riders of threats in real-time, enabling them to get notified of hazards around them and avoid collisions to keep them safe.

Universal Hydrogen

Series B in 2021
Universal Hydrogen is focused on advancing hydrogen aviation by creating a comprehensive hydrogen ecosystem. Founded in 2020 and based in Hawthorne, California, the company manufactures capsule modules designed to safely transport and store hydrogen, which also function as modular fuel tanks that can be directly loaded onto aircraft. By establishing strategic partnerships and developing innovative technologies, Universal Hydrogen aims to deliver an end-to-end hydrogen value chain for aviation, encompassing both hydrogen fuel and hydrogen-powered aircraft. The company also provides a transport and logistics network that utilizes existing freight infrastructure to move hydrogen from production facilities to airports, thereby circumventing the need for expensive new pipelines and storage facilities. This approach supports the transition to carbon-free flight and aims to mitigate the environmental impact of air travel.

Gatik

Series B in 2021
Gatik is a startup focused on developing autonomous technology for light and medium-duty trucks aimed at B2B short-haul logistics. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, the company specializes in artificial intelligence and automotive technology. Gatik's software is designed to facilitate SAE Level 4 autonomy for commercial vehicles, specifically Class 3 to Class 7 trucks and vans. This technology is tailored for middle-mile logistics, allowing customers to efficiently meet scheduled delivery requirements.

Swyft

Series A in 2021
Swyft is a B2B marketplace offering same-day delivery for brands and retailers. It enables carriers to digitize or automate a good deal of what they’re traditionally doing by hand. Ship via Swyft and gain unified bills, digital PODs, real-time track and trace, branded customer notifications, SMS updates, and more. Swyft converts more shoppers at checkout and delights them with reliable and affordable same-day delivery. Swyft was founded in 2020 and is based in Toronto, Canada.

ChargerHelp!

Seed Round in 2021
ChargerHelp! is a company focused on enhancing the reliability of electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure through its innovative app-based platform. The platform facilitates on-demand repairs and maintenance for EV charging stations, addressing the critical issue of station downtime that can hinder the growth of EV infrastructure. By connecting network providers with trained local technicians, ChargerHelp! improves efficiency and turnaround times while reducing operational costs. The company is poised to support the expanding demands of the EV market by enabling charging network operators to meet service level requirements and secure new contracts. With its app already in use and technicians deployed in initial markets, ChargerHelp! has established partnerships with several major EV charging network providers, positioning itself as a key player in the intersection of clean technology and workforce development.

LGN

Seed Round in 2021
LGN Innovations, Inc. specializes in artificial intelligence-based perception systems that aim to replicate human-level perception in autonomous technologies. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in San Francisco, with additional offices in London and Zagreb, the company develops innovative products such as LGN Auto-Calibrate, which connects AI systems to sensor arrays, and LGN Intelligent Select, which efficiently compresses and filters data. Their technology enhances the resolution and imaging capabilities of various devices, facilitating applications across multiple sectors, including automotive, retail, and satellite industries. By optimizing data capture and processing, LGN's solutions reduce costs and power consumption while promoting high-level autonomy, making advanced AI capabilities accessible to a broader range of industries.

Faction

Seed Round in 2021
Faction specializes in the development of driverless electric vehicles that combine the speed and performance of cars with the affordability of motorcycles. The company focuses on micro-delivery and ride-on-demand services, utilizing a model that integrates remote human supervision alongside autonomous technology. This approach allows Faction to bypass the limitations of fully autonomous systems, enabling quicker deployment of its services. The vehicles are designed with networked data capabilities, over-the-air software updates, and safety-critical autonomy features, ensuring a cost-effective and reliable driverless solution for clients. After completing its first prototypes, Faction is set to commence trials to further refine its offerings in the transportation sector.

Refraction AI

Seed Round in 2021
Refraction AI, Inc. is an autonomous delivery robot company based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, founded in 2017. The company specializes in developing and deploying robotic platforms that facilitate last-mile goods delivery in urban environments. Its flagship product, the REV-1, is designed to autonomously navigate through city streets using an array of cameras, radar, and ultrasonic sensors, allowing it to pick up goods from restaurants, pharmacies, and grocery stores and deliver them directly to customers' homes. Refraction AI's technology is engineered to operate in various climates and can be monitored and operated remotely, ensuring efficient and reliable service. By enhancing the delivery process, Refraction AI aims to meet the increasing demand for faster, safer, and more cost-effective delivery solutions.

Tangram Vision

Seed Round in 2021
Tangram Vision specializes in creating the infrastructure necessary for vision-enabled products such as robots, drones, and industrial automation systems. The company offers an integrated software suite that simplifies the integration and management of perception sensors and their data streams. Key features of Tangram's platform include application programming interfaces for sensor integration, self-maintaining sensor calibration, in-field diagnostics, and an app studio for developing functions. This comprehensive solution allows engineers to focus on their applications without being burdened by the complexities associated with the vision layer, thereby enhancing product stability and performance throughout the entire lifecycle.

River

Seed Round in 2021
River is an electric vehicle manufacturer focused on enhancing livelihoods through its products. The company specializes in producing high-quality mobility motor vehicles, specifically utility electric mopeds. These vehicles are designed to be economical and versatile, catering to a variety of needs including work, recreation, and everyday tasks. By offering affordable options, River aims to provide customers with reliable transportation solutions that facilitate both productivity and leisure.

Ionobell

Seed Round in 2020
Ionobell is a battery research and development company specializing in the advancement of battery materials and cell technology. With several decades of combined expertise in energy storage, lithium-ion technology, and fabrication, Ionobell aims to create environmentally friendly batteries by utilizing abundant and unwanted materials. The company focuses on producing batteries that enhance longevity and performance while remaining cost-effective and scalable. Their innovative approach includes the use of biomaterials, common plastic waste, and recycled materials, specifically designed for applications in unmanned aerial vehicles and electric vehicles. By replacing carbon with nanoparticle silicon in the anode, Ionobell offers clients eco-friendly batteries that provide improved energy density, faster charging times, and reduced costs, all while minimizing environmental impact.

Swyft

Seed Round in 2020
Swyft is a B2B marketplace offering same-day delivery for brands and retailers. It enables carriers to digitize or automate a good deal of what they’re traditionally doing by hand. Ship via Swyft and gain unified bills, digital PODs, real-time track and trace, branded customer notifications, SMS updates, and more. Swyft converts more shoppers at checkout and delights them with reliable and affordable same-day delivery. Swyft was founded in 2020 and is based in Toronto, Canada.

Refraction AI

Funding Round in 2020
Refraction AI, Inc. is an autonomous delivery robot company based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, founded in 2017. The company specializes in developing and deploying robotic platforms that facilitate last-mile goods delivery in urban environments. Its flagship product, the REV-1, is designed to autonomously navigate through city streets using an array of cameras, radar, and ultrasonic sensors, allowing it to pick up goods from restaurants, pharmacies, and grocery stores and deliver them directly to customers' homes. Refraction AI's technology is engineered to operate in various climates and can be monitored and operated remotely, ensuring efficient and reliable service. By enhancing the delivery process, Refraction AI aims to meet the increasing demand for faster, safer, and more cost-effective delivery solutions.

Xona Space Systems

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Xona Space Systems, Inc. is a company focused on developing and manufacturing position, navigation, and timing (PNT) satellite solutions. Established in 2019 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, the company is creating a constellation of low-cost, low-Earth orbit satellites designed to enhance navigation services for a variety of sectors, including smart transportation and infrastructure. Xona's flagship product, the Xona Pulsar, delivers high-power signals to support applications such as autonomous vehicles, unmanned aerial vehicles, and mobile robotics. The constellation aims to provide secure, resilient, and precise navigation and timing services essential for the safe and scalable operation of modern intelligent systems.

Teleo

Seed Round in 2020
Teleo specializes in transforming existing heavy machinery into remote-controlled robots, allowing operators to control equipment from a significant distance. By retrofitting current fleets with its advanced supervised autonomy technology, Teleo enables operators to seamlessly switch between machines and job sites, enhancing both productivity and safety. The company's approach allows machine operators to work from remote operation centers rather than being confined to the equipment's cabin, ultimately improving operational efficiency and providing valuable insights into job site conditions.

Denim

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Denim is a freight payment system that focuses on enhancing the operational efficiency of freight brokers. The company offers a comprehensive platform designed to streamline back-office processes, including payments, collections, and financing. By providing services such as factoring and automated invoicing, Denim enables small freight brokers to access essential working capital necessary for growth in a competitive market. The software aims to simplify complex financial operations, allowing brokers to devote more time to managing their core business activities while enhancing their financial management capabilities.

Token Transit

Seed Round in 2019
Token Transit, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in mobile ticketing and payment solutions for public transportation agencies. Established in 2015 and based in San Francisco, California, Token Transit offers a user-friendly application that allows riders in the United States and Canada to purchase fares using their smartphones. The platform supports payments via credit, debit, and commuter benefits cards, as well as Cash App Pay for unbanked and underbanked users. Token Transit works with over 200 municipal and regional transportation agencies across North America, enhancing the commuting experience by enabling fare purchases directly within popular applications like Google Maps and Apple Maps. Through its software-as-a-service model, Token Transit aims to provide convenience and flexibility in public transit fare management.

Ottometric

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Ottometric Inc. is a technology company based in Newton, Massachusetts, that specializes in developing an autonomous vehicle safety service platform. Founded in 2018, Ottometric's cloud-based platform leverages big data, artificial intelligence, sensor fusion, and computer vision to create an intelligent verification framework. This framework provides deeper insights into events and anomalies, aiding the automotive industry in enhancing the safety and reliability of advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS). As the demand for reliable ADAS features intensifies, Ottometric's scalable tools facilitate the automation and improvement of the validation and training processes, ultimately contributing to safer vehicles and potentially saving lives. The company addresses the challenges of delivering effective autonomous capabilities, which are currently viewed as inadequate by industry stakeholders.

Edge Case Research

Seed Round in 2019
Edge Case Research is a company based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, with an additional office in Unterschleißheim, Germany, specializing in developing software products and safety systems for companies involved in self-driving car technology. Founded in 2013, the firm focuses on testing vehicle software and artificial intelligence without requiring physical vehicles. Its key offerings include Hologram, a platform for identifying and addressing edge cases that challenge machine learning, and Switchboard, a cloud-based tool for automated robustness testing of complex software. The company employs Model-based Iterative System Safety Analysis to pinpoint and model safety risks in intricate systems. Additionally, Edge Case Research provides embedded software best practices assessment and training services. It serves industries such as autonomous vehicles and robotics, consumer electronics and the Internet of Things, and industrial controls and embedded systems.

Gatik

Seed Round in 2019
Gatik is a startup focused on developing autonomous technology for light and medium-duty trucks aimed at B2B short-haul logistics. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, the company specializes in artificial intelligence and automotive technology. Gatik's software is designed to facilitate SAE Level 4 autonomy for commercial vehicles, specifically Class 3 to Class 7 trucks and vans. This technology is tailored for middle-mile logistics, allowing customers to efficiently meet scheduled delivery requirements.

Quadric

Series A in 2019
Quadric is a technology company founded in 2016 and headquartered in Burlingame, California, specializing in edge processors designed for on-device artificial intelligence computing. The company's innovative GPNPU processor IP cores are licensed to System-on-Chip developers across various industries, including consumer products, mobile, industrial, and automotive sectors. Quadric's processors are engineered to efficiently handle matrix and vector operations alongside scalar control code within a single execution pipeline. This capability allows developers to run a wide range of AI models and achieve high scalability on a single core, facilitating the direct deployment of AI solutions on devices.

Plover

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Plover, Inc. is a Portland, Oregon-based company established in 2017 that designs and manufactures advanced car wash machines. Utilizing computer vision and robotics, Plover's innovative systems employ steam and water for an effective and efficient cleaning process. The company aims to transform the car wash industry with its next-generation automated car wash technology, positioning itself as a pioneer in the sector.

Zohr

Seed Round in 2019
Zohr, Inc. is a retail and service company specializing in tires, founded in 2015 and headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri. The company provides a range of services, including tire replacement, tire rotation, tire pressure monitoring system checks, flat tire repair, and fleet services. Zohr operates multiple locations across Kansas and Missouri, making it accessible to a broad customer base. The company has developed an online platform that simplifies the tire purchasing process, allowing customers to order tires for delivery and installation at their home or office. This service-oriented approach aims to enhance convenience for vehicle owners while ensuring competitive pricing for quality tire services.

Joby Aviation

Series B in 2019
Joby Aviation, LLC is an electric mobility company focused on developing fully electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Santa Cruz, California, Joby aims to provide air-transportation-as-a-service by operating a fast, quiet, and convenient air taxi service set to launch in 2024. The aircraft is designed to carry a pilot and four passengers, with a range of 150 miles on a single charge and speeds reaching up to 200 mph. By delivering an innovative air transportation solution, Joby Aviation seeks to alleviate urban congestion and promote sustainable transit alternatives.

Refraction AI

Funding Round in 2019
Refraction AI, Inc. is an autonomous delivery robot company based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, founded in 2017. The company specializes in developing and deploying robotic platforms that facilitate last-mile goods delivery in urban environments. Its flagship product, the REV-1, is designed to autonomously navigate through city streets using an array of cameras, radar, and ultrasonic sensors, allowing it to pick up goods from restaurants, pharmacies, and grocery stores and deliver them directly to customers' homes. Refraction AI's technology is engineered to operate in various climates and can be monitored and operated remotely, ensuring efficient and reliable service. By enhancing the delivery process, Refraction AI aims to meet the increasing demand for faster, safer, and more cost-effective delivery solutions.

Wise Systems

Series A in 2018
Wise Systems Inc. is a technology company that specializes in developing autonomous dispatch and routing software aimed at enhancing last-mile delivery operations across various industries, including food and beverage, courier, and field service. Founded in 2014 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the company leverages machine learning to improve fleet efficiency and customer service. Its platform includes tools such as Scheduler for creating optimized route plans, Dispatcher for real-time monitoring of deliveries, and a Customer Portal that provides recipients with accurate ETAs. Wise Systems' software processes millions of data points to make intelligent, real-time decisions, which can lead to significant reductions in mileage and late deliveries. By integrating advanced algorithms, the company enables fleet managers to optimize their operations and reduce costs, ultimately improving the overall delivery experience for customers.

Coord

Series A in 2018
Coord is a New York City-based company dedicated to transforming urban streets through its innovative curb management platform. This platform enables cities to digitally operate and price curb space, enhancing the efficiency, safety, and equity of urban environments. By providing tools that locate available vehicles from both docked and dockless systems, as well as offering pricing and geometric data for tollways, Coord empowers municipal authorities to effectively manage curb inventory. The company has gained recognition for its contributions to urban design and innovation, partnering with several cities including Seattle, Boston, and Nashville. Backed by notable investors such as Alphabet's Sidewalk Labs and Urban.us, Coord is positioned at the forefront of urban mobility solutions.

Camp Six

Seed Round in 2018
Camp Six Labs, Inc. is a San Francisco-based company founded in 2016 that specializes in the development of flying robots designed for the cleaning and maintenance of wind turbine blades. In addition to its focus on aerial maintenance solutions, Camp Six also offers 3D printing services aimed at the construction industry. The company employs advanced metal lattice printing technology to efficiently create large structures, breaking down products into a mesh of individual structural components. By leveraging user-friendly features and generative design techniques, Camp Six enables solar developers to streamline the design, development, and manufacturing processes, significantly reducing project costs and time to market.

Drop Mobility

Seed Round in 2018
Drop Mobility is a company that specializes in providing urban micro-mobility solutions through a bike-sharing platform. It offers a comprehensive service that allows municipalities and operators to introduce, manage, and expand fleets of shared electric bicycles. The company's innovative technology facilitates the booking and rental of bikes, utilizing a secure locking system that operates independently of traditional key systems. By proving the benefits of shared electric micromobility in various North American markets, Drop Mobility aims to address pressing challenges related to climate change and urban mobility. With a focus on expanding its services to new communities, Drop Mobility is committed to transforming urban transport and enhancing the overall experience of city dwellers.

Skip Scooters

Series A in 2018
Skip Scooters operates shared electric scooters for reliable last-mile transportation. The company works with cities to ensure our fleets are operated with the support of the surrounding communities, and they stand behind their riders by providing vehicles, safety education, and training, and world-class support. The scooter rental company is based in San Francisco, California. It is formerly known by its Y Combinator codename, Waybots.

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.

May Mobility

Seed Round in 2018
May Mobility, Inc. is an autonomous vehicle company based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, founded in 2017. The company specializes in developing and deploying autonomous vehicle technology to enhance public transportation systems. May Mobility operates a fleet of six-passenger electric shuttles that navigate through traffic using mapped and closed-loop routes. By analyzing city traffic and commuter patterns, the company identifies bottlenecks and optimizes transit routes for various communities. Its services aim to reduce human error in driving, lower pollution levels, and provide economic benefits to both communities and riders. Through its innovative approach, May Mobility seeks to create a safer, greener, and more efficient transportation environment.

Seeva

Seed Round in 2018
SEEVA Technologies, Inc. is an automotive engineering company based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, founded in 2017. The company specializes in manufacturing visibility systems designed to enhance the perception of commercial and passenger vehicles. SEEVA's innovative solutions utilize advanced technologies to heat and apply washer fluid, effectively clearing away snow, ice, mud, sand, dirt, and bugs that obstruct vehicle sensors, cameras, radar, and windshields. By focusing on improving the functionality of advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) and autonomous vehicles in challenging real-world conditions, SEEVA Technologies aims to significantly enhance vehicle safety and performance.

Denim

Venture Round in 2018
Denim is a freight payment system that focuses on enhancing the operational efficiency of freight brokers. The company offers a comprehensive platform designed to streamline back-office processes, including payments, collections, and financing. By providing services such as factoring and automated invoicing, Denim enables small freight brokers to access essential working capital necessary for growth in a competitive market. The software aims to simplify complex financial operations, allowing brokers to devote more time to managing their core business activities while enhancing their financial management capabilities.

Skyryse

Series A in 2017
Skyryse, Inc. is an air mobility company that focuses on developing advanced helicopters and aircraft, primarily serving sectors such as emergency and support services, public transport, and urban planning. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in El Segundo, California, the company has created FlightOS, a comprehensive hardware and software operating system designed to enhance the safety and accessibility of general aviation. FlightOS provides a unified interface that allows pilots to operate various types of aircraft—both rotorcraft and fixed-wing—with the same controls, effectively minimizing pilot fatigue and simplifying the flying experience. With a training requirement of only a few hours, FlightOS enables pilots to safely fly different aircraft configurations, whether from the cockpit or remotely, thereby significantly improving flight safety and emergency management capabilities.

Aurora Labs

Seed Round in 2017
Aurora Labs Ltd is a technology company that develops innovative software solutions for the automotive industry, leveraging machine learning, artificial intelligence, and blockchain technologies. Established in 2016 and headquartered in Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel, the company also has offices in Munich, Skopje, Boston, and Detroit. Aurora Labs focuses on enhancing the software development lifecycle for vehicles, providing tools for testing, integration, quality control, and continuous certification, as well as enabling over-the-air software updates. Their AI-based vehicle software intelligence aims to help automotive manufacturers manage software costs and resources effectively, facilitating the development of new vehicle features and mobility services. With a commitment to industry standards such as ISO-26262/ASIL-D and ASPICE-L2, Aurora Labs has garnered approximately 90 patents and has seen its products adopted by customers globally, positioning itself as a leader in the software-defined vehicle sector.

Bear Flag Robotics

Seed Round in 2017
Bear Flag Robotics, Inc. is an agricultural technology company that specializes in developing autonomous technology for farm tractors. Founded in 2017 and based in Sunnyvale, California, the company designs software that enables users to plan routes, schedule jobs, and monitor equipment in real-time. Its self-driving technology incorporates perception sensors and robotic actuators, allowing tractors to navigate fields autonomously. The system also provides features such as remote emergency stops and obstacle avoidance. By gathering data on field patterns, Bear Flag Robotics offers predictive analytics that assist farmers in optimizing their operations, thereby increasing productivity, reducing costs, and enhancing safety in agricultural practices.

Stable

Seed Round in 2017
Stable provides software solutions designed to assist electric vehicle (EV) fleets and charging providers in efficiently planning and managing their charging infrastructure. Founded in 2016 and based in San Francisco, the company offers a siting and forecasting platform that utilizes a proprietary machine learning model to predict site utilization and optimize the placement and sizing of charging stations. By consolidating essential data and insights, Stable enables customers to make informed decisions regarding the deployment of charging stations, ensuring that they are installed in locations where they are most needed.

Oryx Vision

Series B in 2017
Oryx Vision, Ltd. is an Israeli company founded in 2009, specializing in the development of solid-state depth vision solutions for autonomous vehicles. The company has created innovative automotive LiDAR technology that utilizes microscopic light-sensing antennas, allowing for the generation of a 3D view of the surroundings. This technology simplifies autonomous driving by offering a system that operates akin to a digital camera while providing enhanced sensitivity and resistance to environmental interference. Oryx Vision's solutions are designed to meet the range and resolution requirements essential for fully autonomous driving, producing both range and velocity data for every point within its field of view.

AEye

Series A in 2017
AEye, Inc. is a technology company focused on developing advanced vision hardware, software, and algorithms for autonomous vehicles and advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS). The company’s proprietary 4Sight Intelligent Sensing Platform integrates solid-state active LiDAR with artificial intelligence and a low-light HD camera, enabling precise and reliable perception of surroundings. AEye's products, including the 4Sight A and 4Sight M sensors, along with its iDAR platform, are designed to improve safety and performance in dynamic applications by providing faster, more accurate information. The AE100 Robotic Perception System and the modular AE200 sensor further exemplify AEye’s commitment to high-performance sensing solutions. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Dublin, California, AEye also has a global presence with offices in Germany and Korea, serving a diverse customer base primarily in the United States, Europe, and the Asia-Pacific region.

Quadric

Seed Round in 2017
Quadric is a technology company founded in 2016 and headquartered in Burlingame, California, specializing in edge processors designed for on-device artificial intelligence computing. The company's innovative GPNPU processor IP cores are licensed to System-on-Chip developers across various industries, including consumer products, mobile, industrial, and automotive sectors. Quadric's processors are engineered to efficiently handle matrix and vector operations alongside scalar control code within a single execution pipeline. This capability allows developers to run a wide range of AI models and achieve high scalability on a single core, facilitating the direct deployment of AI solutions on devices.

Starsky Robotics

Seed Round in 2017
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.

Skyryse

Seed Round in 2016
Skyryse, Inc. is an air mobility company that focuses on developing advanced helicopters and aircraft, primarily serving sectors such as emergency and support services, public transport, and urban planning. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in El Segundo, California, the company has created FlightOS, a comprehensive hardware and software operating system designed to enhance the safety and accessibility of general aviation. FlightOS provides a unified interface that allows pilots to operate various types of aircraft—both rotorcraft and fixed-wing—with the same controls, effectively minimizing pilot fatigue and simplifying the flying experience. With a training requirement of only a few hours, FlightOS enables pilots to safely fly different aircraft configurations, whether from the cockpit or remotely, thereby significantly improving flight safety and emergency management capabilities.

Joby Aviation

Series A in 2016
Joby Aviation, LLC is an electric mobility company focused on developing fully electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Santa Cruz, California, Joby aims to provide air-transportation-as-a-service by operating a fast, quiet, and convenient air taxi service set to launch in 2024. The aircraft is designed to carry a pilot and four passengers, with a range of 150 miles on a single charge and speeds reaching up to 200 mph. By delivering an innovative air transportation solution, Joby Aviation seeks to alleviate urban congestion and promote sustainable transit alternatives.

Aperia Technologies

Series B in 2016
Aperia Technologies, Inc. is a company that specializes in automatic tire inflation devices aimed at enhancing the safety and efficiency of commercial vehicles. Its flagship product, the Halo Tire Inflator, is a self-powered, bolt-on device that utilizes the rotational motion of a wheel to maintain optimal tire pressure by compensating for minor leaks and pressure changes due to temperature fluctuations. This technology is particularly beneficial for a variety of fleet vehicles, including buses, box trucks, tractors, trailers, and refuse vehicles. By ensuring proper tire inflation, Aperia Technologies helps fleet operators reduce fuel costs, decrease environmental pollution, and improve overall road safety. Founded in 2010, the company is headquartered in Burlingame, California, and distributes its products through a network of dealers across the United States.

Oryx Vision

Series A in 2016
Oryx Vision, Ltd. is an Israeli company founded in 2009, specializing in the development of solid-state depth vision solutions for autonomous vehicles. The company has created innovative automotive LiDAR technology that utilizes microscopic light-sensing antennas, allowing for the generation of a 3D view of the surroundings. This technology simplifies autonomous driving by offering a system that operates akin to a digital camera while providing enhanced sensitivity and resistance to environmental interference. Oryx Vision's solutions are designed to meet the range and resolution requirements essential for fully autonomous driving, producing both range and velocity data for every point within its field of view.

Polysync

Seed Round in 2016
Founded in 2013, Polysync Technologies builds solutions to help partners safely accelerate their development, testing, production, and market deployment of driverless vehicle mobility solutions. Automotive engineering services, developers, government agencies, and universities around the world rely on Polysync for autonomous software and vehicle development. Polysync's products are in operation in more than 17 countries, with offices in Portland, OR, Palo Alto, CA, Detroit, MI, and Europe.

Roadster

Series A in 2016
Roadster is a developer of an automotive e-commerce platform designed to streamline the car buying process for modern dealerships. Its proprietary technology enables dealerships to create digital storefronts that integrate online and in-store experiences. By providing real-time access to car pricing, trade-in values, and payment options, Roadster facilitates a hassle-free buying experience for consumers. The platform enhances customer satisfaction and improves sales close rates while significantly reducing the time required for the sales process. Additionally, Roadster offers solutions for inventory merchandising, financing, leasing, incentives, trade-ins, service plans, and accessories, positioning itself as a comprehensive commerce solution for automotive dealers.

nuTonomy

Series A in 2016
nuTonomy Inc. is a technology company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, founded in 2013 as a spin-off from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). The company specializes in developing software for autonomous and self-driving passenger vehicles, focusing on creating a comprehensive solution for operating large fleets of autonomous taxis. This includes advanced software for urban vehicle navigation, smartphone-based ride-hailing, fleet routing and management, and remote vehicle control through teleoperation. nuTonomy collaborates with both major automotive manufacturers and innovative startups to transform personal mobility, aiming to enhance the safety, efficiency, and accessibility of transportation in urban environments worldwide. As of November 2017, nuTonomy operates as a subsidiary of Delphi Corp.

Nauto

Seed Round in 2015
Nauto, Inc. is an artificial intelligence technology company based in Palo Alto, California, specializing in software solutions for autonomous and commercial vehicles. Founded in 2015, Nauto develops an intelligent driver safety system that utilizes an after-market dual-camera device to collect and analyze visual data in real-time, aiming to reduce distracted driving and prevent collisions. This system includes features such as GPS, wireless connectivity, and night vision support, allowing fleet managers to monitor driver performance and vehicle safety effectively. Nauto also offers VERA (Vision Enhanced Risk Assessment), a scoring system that rates the frequency and severity of distracted driving incidents. The company collaborates with strategic partners including Allianz Insurance, Toyota, and BMW, and has expanded its presence with subsidiary locations in Dublin, Ireland, and Tokyo, Japan. Through its innovative technology, Nauto enhances safety and productivity for fleets while contributing to the advancement of self-driving technology.
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