Sequoia Capital

Sequoia Capital, established in 1972, is a prominent venture capital firm headquartered in Menlo Park, California. The company focuses on investing in early to growth-stage companies across various sectors, including information technology, healthcare, financial services, and energy. Sequoia Capital provides capital and strategic support to a select group of daring founders, helping them build legendary companies and push technological boundaries. The firm typically invests between $100,000 and $100 million, with a preference for being the first investor in profitable, fast-growing companies with proven teams and products. Sequoia Capital also manages funds focused on specific regions and sectors, such as India and the technology sector.

Michelle (Bailhe) Fradin

Partner

Sumaiya Balbale

COO and Operating Partner

Bogomil Balkansky

Partner

Anas Biad

Partner

Isaiah Boone

Partner

Romie Boyd

Partner

Rosemarie Boyd

Partner

Konstantine Buhler

Partner

David Cahn

Partner

Josephine Chen

Partner

W. M. Coughran

Founder's Coach and Partner

Charlie Curnin

Partner

Joe Dobrenski

Partner of Human Capital

Helen Fan

Vice President

James Flynn

Partner

Caroline Fu

Vice President

Stacey Gerber

VP, Operations and Experiences

Christopher Graff

Partner, Global Equities

Trency Gu

Managing Director

Wayne Guo

Vice President

Ravi Gupta

Partner

Sonya Huang

Partner

Steven Ji

Partner, China

Wenji Jin

Managing Director

Kais Khimji

Partner

Marie Klemchuk

CFO

Shailesh Lakhani

Managing Director - India

Jess Lee

Partner, Seed / Early

Douglas Leone

Global Managing Partner

Shmil Levy

Partner, Israel

Alfred Lin

Partner

Luciana Lixandru

Partner

Xiaobo Lu

Partner, China

Cornelius Menke

Partner

Dean Meyer

Partner, Seed / Early

Michael Moritz

Managing Partner

Gili Raanan

General Partner

GV Ravishankar

Managing Director - India

Andrew Reed

General Partner

Lauren Reeder

Partner

George Robson

Partner

Anandamoy Roychowdhary

Principal

Bryan Schreier

Partner

Thomas Stephenson

Special Limited Partner

Sam Sun

Partner

Glen Sun

Vice President, China

Shraeyansh Thakur

Principal

Donald Valentine

Founder

Mike Vernal

Partner

Jeff Wang

Managing Partner of Sequoia Capital Global Equities

Fred Wang

Managing Director, China

Cen Wang

Partner, China

Rock Wang

Managing Director

Lynn Yang

Managing Director, China

Skee Zhang

Managing Director

Jiajia Zou

Managing Director

Past deals in Automotive

Dunia Innovations

Venture Round in 2024
Dunia Innovation is developing the world's first self-driving laboratory aimed at advancing electrocatalytic carbon dioxide utilization. This innovative facility is designed to significantly accelerate catalyst research, addressing the challenges associated with scalable carbon utilization. By focusing on creating a circular carbon economy, Dunia Innovation seeks to transform carbon dioxide into valuable chemicals and fuels. This approach not only helps businesses understand their carbon footprints but also supports the broader goal of achieving net-zero emissions by reducing overall emissions.

Collaborative Robotics

Series B in 2024
Collaborative Robotics is a team of innovators and builders redefining the future of human-robot interaction. A future in which robots are trustworthy extensions of the environment. They operate, adapt, and react in response.

Collaborative Robotics

Series A in 2023
Collaborative Robotics is a team of innovators and builders redefining the future of human-robot interaction. A future in which robots are trustworthy extensions of the environment. They operate, adapt, and react in response.

LightMetrics

Series A in 2023
LightMetrics develops a software platform that employs video telematics and artificial intelligence to enhance the safety and efficiency of commercial vehicle fleets. By utilizing advanced machine learning and neural network algorithms, the company collects valuable insights related to vehicle operations, including real-time traffic alerts and monitoring of distance and lane departures. This technology is designed to serve a diverse range of fleet customers, helping them optimize their operations and improve overall performance. Through its innovative approach, LightMetrics aims to provide actionable data that supports better decision-making for fleet management.

Rartogo

Seed Round in 2023
Rartogo is a global B2B platform focused on the sourcing and export of aftermarket auto components and general spare parts. The company aims to strengthen the position of manufacturing hubs in regions like India and ASEAN within the global trade landscape. Rartogo connects businesses with manufacturers, facilitating the sale of high-quality auto components at competitive prices. By offering a controlled supply chain management system, Rartogo helps buyers and suppliers navigate the market effectively, ensuring a steady supply of parts while mitigating shortages. Through its services, the platform plays a pivotal role in the evolving manufacturing and supply chain environment.

Moladin

Series B in 2022
Launched in 2017, Moladin operates an e-commerce platform focused on the automotive sector, allowing consumers to access information about used vehicles and purchase them online. The platform serves as a centralized portal for various automotive transactions, connecting users with nearby service workshops, spare part retailers, accessory dealers, and modifiers. By partnering with over 40 dealers and several major financing companies, Moladin offers a range of options and discounts, facilitating easy access to information and funding for motorcycle users and automotive buyers alike.

Shenzhen Upward Technology

Seed Round in 2022
Shenzhen Upward Technology specializes in magnetorheological intelligent suspension solutions for automobiles. The company develops and applies proprietary magnetorheological materials, which enhance vehicle performance and comfort. Among its offerings are the Vegehile Intelligent Suspension and Presence Equipment Active Vibration Isolators, designed to provide effective vibration control. Upward Technology aims to improve driving experiences by ensuring safety and comfort through innovative suspension technology.

Embark Trucks

Post in 2021
Embark Trucks Inc. specializes in developing self-driving truck technology and highway autopilot systems aimed at enhancing commercial trucking efficiency. Founded in 2015 and based in San Francisco, the company designs artificial intelligence software specifically for long-haul transportation. Embark has achieved significant milestones in automated trucking, including successful cross-country drives and the ability to operate in challenging weather conditions such as rain and fog. The company has assembled a team of engineers with backgrounds from prominent organizations like Tesla, Google, Audi, and NASA, supported by a professional operations team that averages over a million miles of driving experience per member. Embark collaborates with carriers, truck manufacturers, and tier-one suppliers to provide operational savings and improve weight management and disturbance performance in freight and logistics services.

Aurora

Post in 2021
Aurora is a self-driving vehicle company providing a platform that brings software and data services to operate passenger vehicles. To move both people and goods, the company develops Aurora Driver, a platform that brings together software, hardware, and data services to operate passenger vehicles, light commercial vehicles, and heavy-duty trucks. Aurora is backed by Amazon and Sequoia, among others, and partners with industry leaders including Toyota, Uber, Volvo, and Paccar. Aurora tests its vehicles in the Bay Area, Pittsburgh, and Dallas. The company has offices in those areas as well as in Bozeman, MT; Seattle, WA; Louisville, CO; and Wixom, MI.

Physna

Series B in 2021
Physna LLC, founded in 2015 and based in Cincinnati, Ohio, specializes in geometric deep-learning and 3D search technology. The company has developed a software platform that analyzes, compares, and codifies 3D models, facilitating quality control and automated inspection in various industries, including manufacturing, aerospace, automotive, and consumer goods. Physna also owns Thangs.com, a rapidly growing 3D community and search engine. By transforming 3D files into a structured format that software applications can understand, Physna aims to bridge the gap between physical objects and digital code. This innovation enables broader access to 3D design and analysis, fostering advancements in product design, 3D printing, augmented and virtual reality, and other fields, thus supporting increased efficiency and productivity in manufacturing.

Physna

Series B in 2021
Physna LLC, founded in 2015 and based in Cincinnati, Ohio, specializes in geometric deep-learning and 3D search technology. The company has developed a software platform that analyzes, compares, and codifies 3D models, facilitating quality control and automated inspection in various industries, including manufacturing, aerospace, automotive, and consumer goods. Physna also owns Thangs.com, a rapidly growing 3D community and search engine. By transforming 3D files into a structured format that software applications can understand, Physna aims to bridge the gap between physical objects and digital code. This innovation enables broader access to 3D design and analysis, fostering advancements in product design, 3D printing, augmented and virtual reality, and other fields, thus supporting increased efficiency and productivity in manufacturing.

Yuan Planet

Series A in 2020
Yuan Planet is an e-commerce platform that provides second- hand auto parts.

Embark Trucks

Series C in 2019
Embark Trucks Inc. specializes in developing self-driving truck technology and highway autopilot systems aimed at enhancing commercial trucking efficiency. Founded in 2015 and based in San Francisco, the company designs artificial intelligence software specifically for long-haul transportation. Embark has achieved significant milestones in automated trucking, including successful cross-country drives and the ability to operate in challenging weather conditions such as rain and fog. The company has assembled a team of engineers with backgrounds from prominent organizations like Tesla, Google, Audi, and NASA, supported by a professional operations team that averages over a million miles of driving experience per member. Embark collaborates with carriers, truck manufacturers, and tier-one suppliers to provide operational savings and improve weight management and disturbance performance in freight and logistics services.

Carbon

Series E in 2019
Carbon, Inc. is a technology company based in Redwood City, California, that specializes in advanced digital manufacturing solutions. Founded in 2013, Carbon designs and manufactures a range of products, including its proprietary Digital Light Synthesis technology, which utilizes digital light projection and programmable liquid resins to create high-quality parts with superior mechanical properties and surface finishes. The company also offers SpeedCell, a connected manufacturing system that facilitates the consistent production of end-use parts at scale, along with automated solutions like the Smart Part Washer. Carbon provides various materials, such as rigid and flexible polyurethanes, cyanate esters, and epoxies, serving diverse industries including automotive, consumer products, dental, industrial, and life sciences. By leveraging its Continuous Liquid Interface Production Technology, Carbon enables manufacturers to pursue innovative business models, including mass customization and on-demand inventory, while reducing tooling costs and accelerating time to market.

Aurora

Series B in 2019
Aurora is a self-driving vehicle company providing a platform that brings software and data services to operate passenger vehicles. To move both people and goods, the company develops Aurora Driver, a platform that brings together software, hardware, and data services to operate passenger vehicles, light commercial vehicles, and heavy-duty trucks. Aurora is backed by Amazon and Sequoia, among others, and partners with industry leaders including Toyota, Uber, Volvo, and Paccar. Aurora tests its vehicles in the Bay Area, Pittsburgh, and Dallas. The company has offices in those areas as well as in Bozeman, MT; Seattle, WA; Louisville, CO; and Wixom, MI.

Huolala

Series D in 2019
Huolala offers logistics services, moving, less-than-truckload, car rental and sales, and after-car services. Founded in 2013 and grown in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area.

GoMechanic

Series A in 2019
GoMechanic is an online car servicing platform that allows users to conveniently schedule car maintenance and repairs at their preferred times. The platform offers a range of services, including denting and painting, interior and exterior car care, washing, and cashless insurance repairs. By streamlining the car servicing process, GoMechanic aims to provide a hassle-free experience for vehicle owners, ensuring that they can maintain their cars with ease.

Zoomcar

Debt Financing in 2018
Zoomcar is a leading car-sharing marketplace operating primarily in emerging markets, with over 20,000 cars available on its technology-driven platform across India, Southeast Asia, and Egypt. The company enables host entrepreneurs to share their vehicles safely and easily, generating additional passive income. Guests benefit from a wide range of affordable cars for memorable driving experiences. Founded in 2013 and based in Bengaluru, India, Zoomcar employs over 300 people and serves 50 cities across India, Indonesia, Vietnam, and Egypt. Uri Levine, co-founder of mobility companies Waze and Moovit, is the Chairman of the Board. The company's revenue comes mainly from short-term self-drive rentals and vehicle subscriptions, with a significant portion derived from its operations in India.

Embark Trucks

Series B in 2018
Embark Trucks Inc. specializes in developing self-driving truck technology and highway autopilot systems aimed at enhancing commercial trucking efficiency. Founded in 2015 and based in San Francisco, the company designs artificial intelligence software specifically for long-haul transportation. Embark has achieved significant milestones in automated trucking, including successful cross-country drives and the ability to operate in challenging weather conditions such as rain and fog. The company has assembled a team of engineers with backgrounds from prominent organizations like Tesla, Google, Audi, and NASA, supported by a professional operations team that averages over a million miles of driving experience per member. Embark collaborates with carriers, truck manufacturers, and tier-one suppliers to provide operational savings and improve weight management and disturbance performance in freight and logistics services.

Mapillary

Series B in 2018
Mapillary AB is an online platform based in Malmö, Sweden, that focuses on street-level imagery and mapping through collaboration and computer vision. Founded in 2013, the company allows users to collect and share photos taken with various cameras, which are then combined to create a comprehensive visual representation of locations around the world. This imagery contributes to improved maps, urban development, and advancements in the automotive industry. Mapillary provides a range of tools, including automated mapping solutions, privacy features, and imagery tagging, to facilitate the collection and utilization of street-level images. With contributions exceeding 500 million images from individuals and organizations globally, Mapillary aims to enhance understanding of diverse locations and make this valuable data accessible to clients and partners such as the World Bank and Toyota Research Institute. As of June 2020, Mapillary operates as a subsidiary of Facebook, Inc.

Zoomcar

Series C in 2018
Zoomcar is a leading car-sharing marketplace operating primarily in emerging markets, with over 20,000 cars available on its technology-driven platform across India, Southeast Asia, and Egypt. The company enables host entrepreneurs to share their vehicles safely and easily, generating additional passive income. Guests benefit from a wide range of affordable cars for memorable driving experiences. Founded in 2013 and based in Bengaluru, India, Zoomcar employs over 300 people and serves 50 cities across India, Indonesia, Vietnam, and Egypt. Uri Levine, co-founder of mobility companies Waze and Moovit, is the Chairman of the Board. The company's revenue comes mainly from short-term self-drive rentals and vehicle subscriptions, with a significant portion derived from its operations in India.

WM Motor

Corporate Round in 2017
WM Motor is an automotive company that designs, manufactures, develops, and markets energy and battery-operated vehicles. It provides energy vehicle products and travel solutions to its customers. The company aims to conserve electronic vehicles in addition to intelligent data hardware, enabling consumers to utilize smart cars that are efficient and energy conserving. WM Motor’s products are built with three core technologies, the Living Motion electric powertrain, the Living Pilot intelligent driving assistance system, and the Living Engine operating system, which offers industry-leading smart connectivity and interactive features.

Carbon

Series D in 2017
Carbon, Inc. is a technology company based in Redwood City, California, that specializes in advanced digital manufacturing solutions. Founded in 2013, Carbon designs and manufactures a range of products, including its proprietary Digital Light Synthesis technology, which utilizes digital light projection and programmable liquid resins to create high-quality parts with superior mechanical properties and surface finishes. The company also offers SpeedCell, a connected manufacturing system that facilitates the consistent production of end-use parts at scale, along with automated solutions like the Smart Part Washer. Carbon provides various materials, such as rigid and flexible polyurethanes, cyanate esters, and epoxies, serving diverse industries including automotive, consumer products, dental, industrial, and life sciences. By leveraging its Continuous Liquid Interface Production Technology, Carbon enables manufacturers to pursue innovative business models, including mass customization and on-demand inventory, while reducing tooling costs and accelerating time to market.

Rinnov Partners

Venture Round in 2017
Rinnov Partners Co., Ltd., operating under the name Ggulcar, is a South Korean company established in 2016 that specializes in an online platform for used-car trading. The company functions as a managed brokerage platform, facilitating direct trading of used vehicles, including cars and bikes. Rinnov Partners aims to enhance the buying and selling experience by providing access to vehicle inspection services, thus adding value to both individual users and dealers. Through its innovative approach, the company seeks to streamline the used-car marketplace, making it more accessible and efficient for all participants.

Achates Power

Series D in 2017
Achates Power, Inc. is a San Diego-based company that develops and manufactures internal combustion engines for various sectors, including commercial trucks, passenger vehicles, military, maritime, and stationary power industries. Founded in 2004, the company specializes in opposed-piston, two-stroke, and compression ignition engines that enhance fuel efficiency and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Achates Power's innovative engine designs are compatible with existing fuel infrastructure, allowing manufacturers to meet stringent fuel efficiency and emissions standards without incurring significant additional costs or complexities. In addition to engine development, the company offers engineering services and technology licenses, providing clients with access to its designs, expertise, tools, control software, and patents.

Tula Technology

Venture Round in 2017
Tula Technology, Inc. specializes in the development and marketing of the Dynamic Skip Fire (DSF) cylinder deactivation system, a cutting-edge powertrain technology that combines digital signal processing with powertrain controls to enable variable displacement engines. This technology helps automotive manufacturers enhance fuel efficiency and meet stringent CO2 emissions standards. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in San Jose, California, with an engineering center in Plymouth, Michigan, Tula serves a global clientele, including customers in the United States, Germany, Japan, China, and Korea. The company is recognized for its innovative approach, holding over 320 patents related to various technologies and focusing primarily on applications for passenger vehicles and commercial heavy-duty trucks. Tula's solutions are rooted in software rather than hardware, yielding significant results, as evidenced by one million vehicles utilizing its technology to reduce emissions and improve fuel savings. The company is also exploring efficiency solutions in areas such as robotics, e-aviation, and industrial machinery.

Carbon

Series C in 2016
Carbon, Inc. is a technology company based in Redwood City, California, that specializes in advanced digital manufacturing solutions. Founded in 2013, Carbon designs and manufactures a range of products, including its proprietary Digital Light Synthesis technology, which utilizes digital light projection and programmable liquid resins to create high-quality parts with superior mechanical properties and surface finishes. The company also offers SpeedCell, a connected manufacturing system that facilitates the consistent production of end-use parts at scale, along with automated solutions like the Smart Part Washer. Carbon provides various materials, such as rigid and flexible polyurethanes, cyanate esters, and epoxies, serving diverse industries including automotive, consumer products, dental, industrial, and life sciences. By leveraging its Continuous Liquid Interface Production Technology, Carbon enables manufacturers to pursue innovative business models, including mass customization and on-demand inventory, while reducing tooling costs and accelerating time to market.

Zoomcar

Series B in 2016
Zoomcar is a leading car-sharing marketplace operating primarily in emerging markets, with over 20,000 cars available on its technology-driven platform across India, Southeast Asia, and Egypt. The company enables host entrepreneurs to share their vehicles safely and easily, generating additional passive income. Guests benefit from a wide range of affordable cars for memorable driving experiences. Founded in 2013 and based in Bengaluru, India, Zoomcar employs over 300 people and serves 50 cities across India, Indonesia, Vietnam, and Egypt. Uri Levine, co-founder of mobility companies Waze and Moovit, is the Chairman of the Board. The company's revenue comes mainly from short-term self-drive rentals and vehicle subscriptions, with a significant portion derived from its operations in India.

Mapillary

Series A in 2016
Mapillary AB is an online platform based in Malmö, Sweden, that focuses on street-level imagery and mapping through collaboration and computer vision. Founded in 2013, the company allows users to collect and share photos taken with various cameras, which are then combined to create a comprehensive visual representation of locations around the world. This imagery contributes to improved maps, urban development, and advancements in the automotive industry. Mapillary provides a range of tools, including automated mapping solutions, privacy features, and imagery tagging, to facilitate the collection and utilization of street-level images. With contributions exceeding 500 million images from individuals and organizations globally, Mapillary aims to enhance understanding of diverse locations and make this valuable data accessible to clients and partners such as the World Bank and Toyota Research Institute. As of June 2020, Mapillary operates as a subsidiary of Facebook, Inc.

Che300

Series B in 2016
Che300.com operates as a leading platform for used-car appraisal in China, akin to Kelly’s Blue Book in the United States. With a penetration rate exceeding 90% in the Chinese car dealer market, it serves as the exclusive appraisal data provider for numerous online marketplaces. The platform offers a comprehensive trading service that includes price and condition information for second-hand cars, enhancing transparency for consumers. Additionally, Che300.com provides financial services and insurance products to facilitate transactions, solidifying its role as a vital resource in the used-car market.

Horizon Robotics

Seed Round in 2015
Horizon Robotics is a prominent provider of advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and autonomous driving solutions specifically designed for passenger vehicles. The company develops proprietary software and hardware that integrate advanced algorithms and specialized processing capabilities. These technologies form the foundation for enhanced driving automation, aiming to improve both safety and the overall experience for drivers and passengers. By focusing on innovative solutions, Horizon Robotics plays a key role in the evolution of assisted and autonomous driving.

Carbon

Series C in 2015
Carbon, Inc. is a technology company based in Redwood City, California, that specializes in advanced digital manufacturing solutions. Founded in 2013, Carbon designs and manufactures a range of products, including its proprietary Digital Light Synthesis technology, which utilizes digital light projection and programmable liquid resins to create high-quality parts with superior mechanical properties and surface finishes. The company also offers SpeedCell, a connected manufacturing system that facilitates the consistent production of end-use parts at scale, along with automated solutions like the Smart Part Washer. Carbon provides various materials, such as rigid and flexible polyurethanes, cyanate esters, and epoxies, serving diverse industries including automotive, consumer products, dental, industrial, and life sciences. By leveraging its Continuous Liquid Interface Production Technology, Carbon enables manufacturers to pursue innovative business models, including mass customization and on-demand inventory, while reducing tooling costs and accelerating time to market.

Zoomcar

Venture Round in 2015
Zoomcar is a leading car-sharing marketplace operating primarily in emerging markets, with over 20,000 cars available on its technology-driven platform across India, Southeast Asia, and Egypt. The company enables host entrepreneurs to share their vehicles safely and easily, generating additional passive income. Guests benefit from a wide range of affordable cars for memorable driving experiences. Founded in 2013 and based in Bengaluru, India, Zoomcar employs over 300 people and serves 50 cities across India, Indonesia, Vietnam, and Egypt. Uri Levine, co-founder of mobility companies Waze and Moovit, is the Chairman of the Board. The company's revenue comes mainly from short-term self-drive rentals and vehicle subscriptions, with a significant portion derived from its operations in India.

Che300

Series A in 2015
Che300.com operates as a leading platform for used-car appraisal in China, akin to Kelly’s Blue Book in the United States. With a penetration rate exceeding 90% in the Chinese car dealer market, it serves as the exclusive appraisal data provider for numerous online marketplaces. The platform offers a comprehensive trading service that includes price and condition information for second-hand cars, enhancing transparency for consumers. Additionally, Che300.com provides financial services and insurance products to facilitate transactions, solidifying its role as a vital resource in the used-car market.

Tula Technology

Venture Round in 2015
Tula Technology, Inc. specializes in the development and marketing of the Dynamic Skip Fire (DSF) cylinder deactivation system, a cutting-edge powertrain technology that combines digital signal processing with powertrain controls to enable variable displacement engines. This technology helps automotive manufacturers enhance fuel efficiency and meet stringent CO2 emissions standards. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in San Jose, California, with an engineering center in Plymouth, Michigan, Tula serves a global clientele, including customers in the United States, Germany, Japan, China, and Korea. The company is recognized for its innovative approach, holding over 320 patents related to various technologies and focusing primarily on applications for passenger vehicles and commercial heavy-duty trucks. Tula's solutions are rooted in software rather than hardware, yielding significant results, as evidenced by one million vehicles utilizing its technology to reduce emissions and improve fuel savings. The company is also exploring efficiency solutions in areas such as robotics, e-aviation, and industrial machinery.

Carbon

Series B in 2015
Carbon, Inc. is a technology company based in Redwood City, California, that specializes in advanced digital manufacturing solutions. Founded in 2013, Carbon designs and manufactures a range of products, including its proprietary Digital Light Synthesis technology, which utilizes digital light projection and programmable liquid resins to create high-quality parts with superior mechanical properties and surface finishes. The company also offers SpeedCell, a connected manufacturing system that facilitates the consistent production of end-use parts at scale, along with automated solutions like the Smart Part Washer. Carbon provides various materials, such as rigid and flexible polyurethanes, cyanate esters, and epoxies, serving diverse industries including automotive, consumer products, dental, industrial, and life sciences. By leveraging its Continuous Liquid Interface Production Technology, Carbon enables manufacturers to pursue innovative business models, including mass customization and on-demand inventory, while reducing tooling costs and accelerating time to market.

Mapillary

Seed Round in 2015
Mapillary AB is an online platform based in Malmö, Sweden, that focuses on street-level imagery and mapping through collaboration and computer vision. Founded in 2013, the company allows users to collect and share photos taken with various cameras, which are then combined to create a comprehensive visual representation of locations around the world. This imagery contributes to improved maps, urban development, and advancements in the automotive industry. Mapillary provides a range of tools, including automated mapping solutions, privacy features, and imagery tagging, to facilitate the collection and utilization of street-level images. With contributions exceeding 500 million images from individuals and organizations globally, Mapillary aims to enhance understanding of diverse locations and make this valuable data accessible to clients and partners such as the World Bank and Toyota Research Institute. As of June 2020, Mapillary operates as a subsidiary of Facebook, Inc.

Carbon

Series A in 2013
Carbon, Inc. is a technology company based in Redwood City, California, that specializes in advanced digital manufacturing solutions. Founded in 2013, Carbon designs and manufactures a range of products, including its proprietary Digital Light Synthesis technology, which utilizes digital light projection and programmable liquid resins to create high-quality parts with superior mechanical properties and surface finishes. The company also offers SpeedCell, a connected manufacturing system that facilitates the consistent production of end-use parts at scale, along with automated solutions like the Smart Part Washer. Carbon provides various materials, such as rigid and flexible polyurethanes, cyanate esters, and epoxies, serving diverse industries including automotive, consumer products, dental, industrial, and life sciences. By leveraging its Continuous Liquid Interface Production Technology, Carbon enables manufacturers to pursue innovative business models, including mass customization and on-demand inventory, while reducing tooling costs and accelerating time to market.

Tula Technology

Venture Round in 2013
Tula Technology, Inc. specializes in the development and marketing of the Dynamic Skip Fire (DSF) cylinder deactivation system, a cutting-edge powertrain technology that combines digital signal processing with powertrain controls to enable variable displacement engines. This technology helps automotive manufacturers enhance fuel efficiency and meet stringent CO2 emissions standards. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in San Jose, California, with an engineering center in Plymouth, Michigan, Tula serves a global clientele, including customers in the United States, Germany, Japan, China, and Korea. The company is recognized for its innovative approach, holding over 320 patents related to various technologies and focusing primarily on applications for passenger vehicles and commercial heavy-duty trucks. Tula's solutions are rooted in software rather than hardware, yielding significant results, as evidenced by one million vehicles utilizing its technology to reduce emissions and improve fuel savings. The company is also exploring efficiency solutions in areas such as robotics, e-aviation, and industrial machinery.

Achates Power

Series C in 2013
Achates Power, Inc. is a San Diego-based company that develops and manufactures internal combustion engines for various sectors, including commercial trucks, passenger vehicles, military, maritime, and stationary power industries. Founded in 2004, the company specializes in opposed-piston, two-stroke, and compression ignition engines that enhance fuel efficiency and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Achates Power's innovative engine designs are compatible with existing fuel infrastructure, allowing manufacturers to meet stringent fuel efficiency and emissions standards without incurring significant additional costs or complexities. In addition to engine development, the company offers engineering services and technology licenses, providing clients with access to its designs, expertise, tools, control software, and patents.

Tula Technology

Venture Round in 2012
Tula Technology, Inc. specializes in the development and marketing of the Dynamic Skip Fire (DSF) cylinder deactivation system, a cutting-edge powertrain technology that combines digital signal processing with powertrain controls to enable variable displacement engines. This technology helps automotive manufacturers enhance fuel efficiency and meet stringent CO2 emissions standards. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in San Jose, California, with an engineering center in Plymouth, Michigan, Tula serves a global clientele, including customers in the United States, Germany, Japan, China, and Korea. The company is recognized for its innovative approach, holding over 320 patents related to various technologies and focusing primarily on applications for passenger vehicles and commercial heavy-duty trucks. Tula's solutions are rooted in software rather than hardware, yielding significant results, as evidenced by one million vehicles utilizing its technology to reduce emissions and improve fuel savings. The company is also exploring efficiency solutions in areas such as robotics, e-aviation, and industrial machinery.

Avalanche Technology

Series D in 2012
Avalanche Technology, Inc. is a technology company based in Fremont, California, specializing in the development and marketing of non-volatile spin transfer torque magnetic random access memory (MRAM) devices. Founded in 2006, the company provides innovative memory solutions aimed at enhancing speed, endurance, and energy efficiency across a range of applications, including mobile devices, the Internet of Things, enterprise storage, computing, networking, telecommunications, and automotive industries. Avalanche Technology's products serve as alternatives to traditional static random access memory, flash, and read-only memory, utilizing perpendicular magnetic tunnel junction technology to deliver low power consumption. With a strong focus on research and development, the company holds a substantial portfolio of over 200 patents related to its cell, circuit, process, and system innovations, positioning itself as a leader in the evolving landscape of memory technology.

Navidog

Series C in 2012
Navidog is a mobile navigation platform that utilizes GPS, map, and traffic data to provide users with accurate routes and estimated travel times to their destinations. It features a real-time voice navigation service that covers a comprehensive network of national trunk roads across 337 cities and 2,015 counties, allowing for stress-free navigation without the need to download maps. The platform includes various functionalities such as HUD night navigation mode, high-precision maps, and a user-friendly interface compatible with multiple mobile operating systems. With over 50 million downloads and a significant user base primarily consisting of car owners, Navidog aims to deliver reliable GPS navigation even in challenging situations. The company completed its third round of funding in 2013, further supporting its growth and innovation in the navigation sector.

Avalanche Technology

Series C in 2012
Avalanche Technology, Inc. is a technology company based in Fremont, California, specializing in the development and marketing of non-volatile spin transfer torque magnetic random access memory (MRAM) devices. Founded in 2006, the company provides innovative memory solutions aimed at enhancing speed, endurance, and energy efficiency across a range of applications, including mobile devices, the Internet of Things, enterprise storage, computing, networking, telecommunications, and automotive industries. Avalanche Technology's products serve as alternatives to traditional static random access memory, flash, and read-only memory, utilizing perpendicular magnetic tunnel junction technology to deliver low power consumption. With a strong focus on research and development, the company holds a substantial portfolio of over 200 patents related to its cell, circuit, process, and system innovations, positioning itself as a leader in the evolving landscape of memory technology.

Link Motion

Venture Round in 2010
Link Motion is a global provider of consumer and enterprise mobile Internet services, specializing in smart car and smart ride solutions. Founded in 2005, the company offers a range of technology solutions, including secure connected carputers designed for the automotive industry and consumer ride-sharing services. In addition to its focus on the evolving smart car sector, Link Motion maintains legacy offerings in mobile security and productivity applications. With a presence in major cities such as Beijing, Hong Kong, Taipei, Dallas, and Finland, the company has positioned itself to meet the demands of the burgeoning mobile and automotive markets.

Link Motion

Venture Round in 2010
Link Motion is a global provider of consumer and enterprise mobile Internet services, specializing in smart car and smart ride solutions. Founded in 2005, the company offers a range of technology solutions, including secure connected carputers designed for the automotive industry and consumer ride-sharing services. In addition to its focus on the evolving smart car sector, Link Motion maintains legacy offerings in mobile security and productivity applications. With a presence in major cities such as Beijing, Hong Kong, Taipei, Dallas, and Finland, the company has positioned itself to meet the demands of the burgeoning mobile and automotive markets.

Link Motion

Venture Round in 2010
Link Motion is a global provider of consumer and enterprise mobile Internet services, specializing in smart car and smart ride solutions. Founded in 2005, the company offers a range of technology solutions, including secure connected carputers designed for the automotive industry and consumer ride-sharing services. In addition to its focus on the evolving smart car sector, Link Motion maintains legacy offerings in mobile security and productivity applications. With a presence in major cities such as Beijing, Hong Kong, Taipei, Dallas, and Finland, the company has positioned itself to meet the demands of the burgeoning mobile and automotive markets.

Achates Power

Series B in 2010
Achates Power, Inc. is a San Diego-based company that develops and manufactures internal combustion engines for various sectors, including commercial trucks, passenger vehicles, military, maritime, and stationary power industries. Founded in 2004, the company specializes in opposed-piston, two-stroke, and compression ignition engines that enhance fuel efficiency and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Achates Power's innovative engine designs are compatible with existing fuel infrastructure, allowing manufacturers to meet stringent fuel efficiency and emissions standards without incurring significant additional costs or complexities. In addition to engine development, the company offers engineering services and technology licenses, providing clients with access to its designs, expertise, tools, control software, and patents.

Achates Power

Series A in 2009
Achates Power, Inc. is a San Diego-based company that develops and manufactures internal combustion engines for various sectors, including commercial trucks, passenger vehicles, military, maritime, and stationary power industries. Founded in 2004, the company specializes in opposed-piston, two-stroke, and compression ignition engines that enhance fuel efficiency and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Achates Power's innovative engine designs are compatible with existing fuel infrastructure, allowing manufacturers to meet stringent fuel efficiency and emissions standards without incurring significant additional costs or complexities. In addition to engine development, the company offers engineering services and technology licenses, providing clients with access to its designs, expertise, tools, control software, and patents.

IAT-Auto

Series A in 2009
IAT Automobile Technology Co., Ltd., founded in 2001, is a Chinese company that focuses on automobile design and development and engineering services. The company’s areas of expertise cover the design and development of electric vehicles; design and development of conventional vehicles, engine, and power train; product planning; show car construction; prototyping; concurrent engineering; jig and fixture design; vehicle testing; parts testing development; and consulting.

Avalanche Technology

Series B in 2009
Avalanche Technology, Inc. is a technology company based in Fremont, California, specializing in the development and marketing of non-volatile spin transfer torque magnetic random access memory (MRAM) devices. Founded in 2006, the company provides innovative memory solutions aimed at enhancing speed, endurance, and energy efficiency across a range of applications, including mobile devices, the Internet of Things, enterprise storage, computing, networking, telecommunications, and automotive industries. Avalanche Technology's products serve as alternatives to traditional static random access memory, flash, and read-only memory, utilizing perpendicular magnetic tunnel junction technology to deliver low power consumption. With a strong focus on research and development, the company holds a substantial portfolio of over 200 patents related to its cell, circuit, process, and system innovations, positioning itself as a leader in the evolving landscape of memory technology.

Tula Technology

Venture Round in 2008
Tula Technology, Inc. specializes in the development and marketing of the Dynamic Skip Fire (DSF) cylinder deactivation system, a cutting-edge powertrain technology that combines digital signal processing with powertrain controls to enable variable displacement engines. This technology helps automotive manufacturers enhance fuel efficiency and meet stringent CO2 emissions standards. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in San Jose, California, with an engineering center in Plymouth, Michigan, Tula serves a global clientele, including customers in the United States, Germany, Japan, China, and Korea. The company is recognized for its innovative approach, holding over 320 patents related to various technologies and focusing primarily on applications for passenger vehicles and commercial heavy-duty trucks. Tula's solutions are rooted in software rather than hardware, yielding significant results, as evidenced by one million vehicles utilizing its technology to reduce emissions and improve fuel savings. The company is also exploring efficiency solutions in areas such as robotics, e-aviation, and industrial machinery.

Dash Navigation

Series C in 2008
Dash Navigation has plans to change your automotive GPS units for good by bringing maps mashups as well as internet capability. Unlike today's car GPS units which necessitate extra downloads to update map changes, add features or otherwise, Dash Navigation updates and extra features will all come via web connection in real time. The device will be connected through a cellular data network and will also sport WiFi connectivity. The device will collect data about traffic conditions from all other Dash drivers, and estimates how long alternative routes will take on any given day. All sorts of geo-tagged information can be pushed to the device and combined with the on-board maps. Everything from restaurants and open houses to concerts, gas, and golf courses could be sent to the Dash and appear there on your screen. Owners will be able to manage which mashups they receive through Dash's Website. There, they will be able to drag feeds from sites like [Platial](http://crunchbase.com/organization/platial), where they can create a Google Map of dog runs in San Francisco or yoga schools in LA. Link it to [Zillow](http://crunchbase.com/organization/zillow), and you will be able to get data on houses as you are driving around the neighborhood. Create a feed at Upcoming.org about all the rock concerts in your city or one of open houses from Craigslist, and you will be able to get the info in your car, along with how far away each place is. You will also be able to do a Yahoo Local search on the device for restaurants and it will return nearby results with ratings. The company is backed by both VC powerhouses, Sequoia Capital and Kleiner Perkins as well as a slew of others.

Link Motion

Venture Round in 2007
Link Motion is a global provider of consumer and enterprise mobile Internet services, specializing in smart car and smart ride solutions. Founded in 2005, the company offers a range of technology solutions, including secure connected carputers designed for the automotive industry and consumer ride-sharing services. In addition to its focus on the evolving smart car sector, Link Motion maintains legacy offerings in mobile security and productivity applications. With a presence in major cities such as Beijing, Hong Kong, Taipei, Dallas, and Finland, the company has positioned itself to meet the demands of the burgeoning mobile and automotive markets.

Dash Navigation

Series B in 2007
Dash Navigation has plans to change your automotive GPS units for good by bringing maps mashups as well as internet capability. Unlike today's car GPS units which necessitate extra downloads to update map changes, add features or otherwise, Dash Navigation updates and extra features will all come via web connection in real time. The device will be connected through a cellular data network and will also sport WiFi connectivity. The device will collect data about traffic conditions from all other Dash drivers, and estimates how long alternative routes will take on any given day. All sorts of geo-tagged information can be pushed to the device and combined with the on-board maps. Everything from restaurants and open houses to concerts, gas, and golf courses could be sent to the Dash and appear there on your screen. Owners will be able to manage which mashups they receive through Dash's Website. There, they will be able to drag feeds from sites like [Platial](http://crunchbase.com/organization/platial), where they can create a Google Map of dog runs in San Francisco or yoga schools in LA. Link it to [Zillow](http://crunchbase.com/organization/zillow), and you will be able to get data on houses as you are driving around the neighborhood. Create a feed at Upcoming.org about all the rock concerts in your city or one of open houses from Craigslist, and you will be able to get the info in your car, along with how far away each place is. You will also be able to do a Yahoo Local search on the device for restaurants and it will return nearby results with ratings. The company is backed by both VC powerhouses, Sequoia Capital and Kleiner Perkins as well as a slew of others.

Dash Navigation

Series A in 2006
Dash Navigation has plans to change your automotive GPS units for good by bringing maps mashups as well as internet capability. Unlike today's car GPS units which necessitate extra downloads to update map changes, add features or otherwise, Dash Navigation updates and extra features will all come via web connection in real time. The device will be connected through a cellular data network and will also sport WiFi connectivity. The device will collect data about traffic conditions from all other Dash drivers, and estimates how long alternative routes will take on any given day. All sorts of geo-tagged information can be pushed to the device and combined with the on-board maps. Everything from restaurants and open houses to concerts, gas, and golf courses could be sent to the Dash and appear there on your screen. Owners will be able to manage which mashups they receive through Dash's Website. There, they will be able to drag feeds from sites like [Platial](http://crunchbase.com/organization/platial), where they can create a Google Map of dog runs in San Francisco or yoga schools in LA. Link it to [Zillow](http://crunchbase.com/organization/zillow), and you will be able to get data on houses as you are driving around the neighborhood. Create a feed at Upcoming.org about all the rock concerts in your city or one of open houses from Craigslist, and you will be able to get the info in your car, along with how far away each place is. You will also be able to do a Yahoo Local search on the device for restaurants and it will return nearby results with ratings. The company is backed by both VC powerhouses, Sequoia Capital and Kleiner Perkins as well as a slew of others.

Aspect Development

Venture Round in 2000
Aspect Development provides component and supplier management (CSM) technology to improve the product-development cycle of manufacturing. It provides collaborative solutions for business-to-business eCommerce and inbound supply management. Its solutions for the enterprise and eMarkets and exchanges provide decision support and content for procurement, product development, operations, and eCommerce between trading partners. These solutions enable aggregation and collaboration among design, procurement, and operations across various divisions within an enterprise, as well as solutions for establishing a collaborative Internet Exchange, or portal. The company’s customers operate in the electronics/technology, aerospace and defense, automotive, industrial equipment, energy, utilities, chemical/pharmaceutical, and consumer packaged goods industries. It was acquired by i2 Technologies, Inc. in June 9, 2000. The company is based in Mountain View, California, with an additional office in Hampshire, United Kingdom.

Agile Software

Venture Round in 1996
Agile Software Corporation develops and sells an integrated suite of product lifecycle management (PLM) software products, and offers related business consulting and implementation services. Its PLM product lines include Agile 9, Agile e6, Agile Advantage, and Cimmetry. The company’s principal software products within its product lines are Agile product collaboration and product data management, Agile product portfolio management, Agile product cost management, Agile product quality management, Agile product governance and compliance, Agile engineering collaboration, AutoVue, Agile product catalog, Agile requirements management, Agile customer needs management, Agile configuration management, and Agile maintenance repair and overhaul. It also offers assistance in planning, managing, implementing, and supporting its solutions, as well as provides solution delivery and training services. The company serves customers in electronics and high technology, life sciences, consumer packaged goods, automotive, industrial products, and aerospace and defense industries. It sells its products through direct sales force, distributors, systems integrators, and consulting partners. The company offers its products in North America, Europe, and the Asia-Pacific. Agile Software was founded in 1995 and is headquartered in San Jose, California. As of July 18, 2007, Agile Software Corp. is a subsidiary of Oracle Corp.

Microchip Technology

Venture Round in 1989
Microchip Technology Incorporated is a prominent provider of semiconductor products specializing in embedded control solutions. Founded in 1989 and headquartered in Chandler, Arizona, the company develops a diverse range of products, including 8-bit and 16-bit microcontrollers, digital signal controllers, and various interface devices. Its offerings also encompass linear and mixed-signal solutions, power management, and application-specific standard products, such as security devices. Microchip's development tools assist system designers in customizing their applications, thereby reducing risk and lowering overall system costs. The company serves over 120,000 customers across multiple sectors, including industrial, automotive, consumer electronics, aerospace, defense, and communications. Microchip Technology is recognized for its reliable technical support and commitment to quality, enabling efficient design and faster time to market for its clients.

Cypress Semiconductor

Venture Round in 1983
Cypress Semiconductor Corporation is a global leader in designing, developing, manufacturing, and marketing embedded system solutions with a focus on high-performance, mixed-signal, and programmable technologies. The company operates in two primary segments: the Microcontroller and Connectivity Division, which offers a wide range of solutions including microcontrollers, wireless connectivity, USB controllers, and capacitive sensing technologies; and the Memory Products Division, which specializes in various memory products such as NOR flash memories, SRAM, and specialty memory devices. Cypress Semiconductor serves diverse markets including automotive, industrial, consumer electronics, telecommunications, and medical applications. Its products facilitate the creation of innovative, differentiated electronic systems, helping engineers to accelerate their time to market. Cypress sells its offerings through a combination of direct sales, distributors, and manufacturing representative firms. Founded in 1982 and headquartered in San Jose, California, Cypress Semiconductor Corporation is a subsidiary of Infineon Technologies AG.

Linear Technology

Series A in 1981
Linear Technology Corporation is a renowned analog semiconductor company known for its expertise in designing, manufacturing, and marketing high-performance integrated circuits. The company specializes in creating analog, mixed-signal, and digital signal processing integrated circuits aimed at addressing complex engineering challenges. Its products serve a wide array of applications across various sectors, including communications, networking, industrial, automotive, computers, medical devices, instrumentation, military, and aerospace systems. By bridging the gap between the analog and digital realms, Linear Technology plays a crucial role in advancing technology solutions that meet the demands of modern electronic systems.
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