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Founded in 2013, Embotech develops decision-making software solutions for autonomous systems. Its flagship product, FORCES Pro, enables complex control system design across industries such as automotive, energy, and robotics. Applications include wind turbine control, drone motion planning, advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), spacecraft landing, and reusable rocket returns.

DeepDrive is a Munich-based company specializing in innovative drive units for electric vehicles. Its patented DeepDrive Dual Rotor technology enhances vehicle range by up to 20% and reduces costs, facilitating cheaper, more sustainable EVs. The compact, torque-dense units can be integrated within wheels or as traditional central drives, optimized for large-scale production. Collaborating with eight of the top ten automakers, DeepDrive aims to introduce its technology in mass production by 2026.

RunSafe Security is a cybersecurity company that focuses on cyber-hardening transformations to protect embedded systems and devices from memory corruption and buffer overflow exploits. Its patented Alkemist technology inoculates systems from a broad class of cyber attacks by stopping infections at their source, while its tools harden files and programs and integrate across build and deploy toolchains to safeguard open source code, in-house code, and third-party binaries, supporting critical infrastructure sectors such as automotive, data centers, energy, healthcare, manufacturing, national security, and more. The firm provides real-time monitoring of bus messaging to differentiate malicious communications from legitimate traffic, blocks unapproved protocols before transmission, and helps reduce vulnerabilities by eliminating attack vectors. Headquartered in McLean, Virginia, with an additional office in Huntsville, Alabama, the company was founded in 2015 and serves customers across manufacturing, IIoT, and related industries.

Rapid Liquid Print is working on 3D printers that create stretchy products for industrial materials. Their services include medical devices, footwear, home goods, furniture, aviation, and automotive components.

Bcomp Ltd., founded in 2003 and headquartered in Fribourg, Switzerland, specializes in manufacturing natural fiber composites. The company's primary products include ampliTex (natural flax fiber), bCores (lightweight wood core), and powerRibs (natural fiber composite reinforcement). Bcomp serves industries such as sports, automotive, acoustics, aerospace, electronics, design, and leisure by providing eco-friendly alternatives to traditional materials.

Founded in 2017, Recogni specializes in developing AI-based inference processing solutions. It offers high-performance, low-power processors for generative AI and intelligent autonomous platforms, serving automotive industries in Germany and the US.

DeepDrive is a Munich-based company specializing in innovative drive units for electric vehicles. Its patented DeepDrive Dual Rotor technology enhances vehicle range by up to 20% and reduces costs, facilitating cheaper, more sustainable EVs. The compact, torque-dense units can be integrated within wheels or as traditional central drives, optimized for large-scale production. Collaborating with eight of the top ten automakers, DeepDrive aims to introduce its technology in mass production by 2026.

actnano Inc. is a nanotechnology company that specializes in developing, manufacturing, and supplying advanced coating solutions for the automotive and consumer electronics sectors. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, with additional offices in Shenzhen, Germany, and South Korea, actnano focuses on creating wet ANG coatings designed to protect electronic devices and manufacturing environments from water damage and harsh environmental conditions. Their technology includes a range of transparent nano guard coatings that can be applied post-manufacturing, enhancing devices' water resistance to IPx7 levels. This approach allows clients to effectively integrate the protective coatings into existing production lines, ensuring durability and longevity in their electronic products.

Bcomp Ltd., founded in 2003 and headquartered in Fribourg, Switzerland, specializes in manufacturing natural fiber composites. The company's primary products include ampliTex (natural flax fiber), bCores (lightweight wood core), and powerRibs (natural fiber composite reinforcement). Bcomp serves industries such as sports, automotive, acoustics, aerospace, electronics, design, and leisure by providing eco-friendly alternatives to traditional materials.

Autobrains develops a visual intelligence platform for safer autonomous driving. Its technology, backed by over 200 patents, uses signature-based representation structures and unsupervised learning to understand vehicle environments comprehensively.

Rapid Liquid Print is working on 3D printers that create stretchy products for industrial materials. Their services include medical devices, footwear, home goods, furniture, aviation, and automotive components.

actnano Inc. is a nanotechnology company that specializes in developing, manufacturing, and supplying advanced coating solutions for the automotive and consumer electronics sectors. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, with additional offices in Shenzhen, Germany, and South Korea, actnano focuses on creating wet ANG coatings designed to protect electronic devices and manufacturing environments from water damage and harsh environmental conditions. Their technology includes a range of transparent nano guard coatings that can be applied post-manufacturing, enhancing devices' water resistance to IPx7 levels. This approach allows clients to effectively integrate the protective coatings into existing production lines, ensuring durability and longevity in their electronic products.

Motorway is an online platform established in 2017 that revolutionizes the used car market by simplifying the selling process for private car owners. The company leverages advanced technology to provide a user-friendly experience, allowing sellers to quickly and easily obtain the best price for their vehicles from home using just a smartphone. Motorway's innovative platform matches cars with a nationwide network of verified dealers, facilitating direct purchases through a fully online auction system. This approach enhances transparency and efficiency, enabling professional dealers to bid on privately owned cars with accurate valuations derived from live market data. With over one million monthly users, Motorway has experienced significant growth, demonstrating its effectiveness in helping individuals sell their cars quickly and effortlessly.

Upstream Security is a cloud-based platform provider focused on automotive cybersecurity for connected and autonomous vehicles. The company offers a data management platform that collects and centralizes highly distributed vehicle data into structured data lakes, enabling cybersecurity detection and response (V-XDR) and data-driven applications. Its AutoThreat Intelligence delivers threat intelligence integrated into customers’ environments and vehicle security operations centers. Leveraging big data and machine learning, the platform combines layered security gateways and analytics to deliver real-time visibility and actionable insights on security, privacy, and fraud. The company serves automotive OEMs, suppliers, and other clients, protecting millions of vehicles worldwide.

Autobrains develops a visual intelligence platform for safer autonomous driving. Its technology, backed by over 200 patents, uses signature-based representation structures and unsupervised learning to understand vehicle environments comprehensively.

Prometheus Fuels is a company focused on the production of carbon-neutral fuels aimed at reducing atmospheric CO2 levels. By extracting carbon dioxide from the air, Prometheus transforms it into gasoline and jet fuel, resulting in hydrocarbon fuels that have no net impact on greenhouse gas emissions. This innovative approach allows automotive and aviation industries to transition from traditional fossil fuels to high-performance, zero-net carbon alternatives, contributing to environmental sustainability while meeting energy demands.

Natural Fiber Welding, Inc., founded in 2015 and based in Peoria, Illinois, specializes in the manufacture and supply of sustainable fabrics and materials derived from natural fibers. The company has developed a circularity platform that produces high-performance, plastic-free materials from plants, which are applicable across various industries, including fashion, footwear, automotive, and upholstery. By integrating its innovative technology into existing supply chains, Natural Fiber Welding enables brands to design and scale environmentally friendly products, thereby promoting sustainability in material usage.

Founded in 2018, Kodiak Robotics specializes in developing autonomous technology for long-haul trucking. Headquartered in Mountain View, California, the company focuses on creating safe and efficient self-driving trucks equipped with advanced sensor fusion systems.

Motorway is an online platform established in 2017 that revolutionizes the used car market by simplifying the selling process for private car owners. The company leverages advanced technology to provide a user-friendly experience, allowing sellers to quickly and easily obtain the best price for their vehicles from home using just a smartphone. Motorway's innovative platform matches cars with a nationwide network of verified dealers, facilitating direct purchases through a fully online auction system. This approach enhances transparency and efficiency, enabling professional dealers to bid on privately owned cars with accurate valuations derived from live market data. With over one million monthly users, Motorway has experienced significant growth, demonstrating its effectiveness in helping individuals sell their cars quickly and effortlessly.

Founded in 2017, Recogni specializes in developing AI-based inference processing solutions. It offers high-performance, low-power processors for generative AI and intelligent autonomous platforms, serving automotive industries in Germany and the US.

Founded in 2011, Solid Power develops solid-state rechargeable batteries for electric vehicles and portable electronics. Its batteries contain no volatile or flammable liquid components, offering high energy density, ultimate safety, and reliability.

Prometheus Fuels is a company focused on the production of carbon-neutral fuels aimed at reducing atmospheric CO2 levels. By extracting carbon dioxide from the air, Prometheus transforms it into gasoline and jet fuel, resulting in hydrocarbon fuels that have no net impact on greenhouse gas emissions. This innovative approach allows automotive and aviation industries to transition from traditional fossil fuels to high-performance, zero-net carbon alternatives, contributing to environmental sustainability while meeting energy demands.

AutoFi, Inc. is a San Francisco-based company that operates an online auto finance platform aimed at simplifying the vehicle purchasing and financing process for consumers. Founded in 2015, AutoFi provides an e-commerce software solution that enables first-time car buyers to complete the entire car buying experience online. The platform seamlessly connects customers of auto dealerships to a network of lenders, allowing for an automated application and approval process. Users can select financing and leasing terms, estimate trade-in values, choose rebates, and schedule appointments, all within a mobile-first environment. By delivering instant, customized financing decisions, AutoFi enhances the vehicle buying experience, making it efficient and hassle-free for consumers.

DSP Concepts Inc. is a leading provider of audio development tools and intellectual property for creators of audio-enabled products, headquartered in Santa Clara, California, with additional offices in Massachusetts, Germany, and China. The company's flagship product, Audio Weaver, is a cross-platform audio-processing engine that simplifies audio innovation by allowing engineers to rapidly prototype and modify designs across teams. DSP Concepts also offers TalkTo, a suite of proprietary machine learning and microphone processing algorithms designed to enhance audio clarity in noisy environments. Their technology supports multiple audio input and output streams, making it suitable for diverse applications, including automotive systems, soundbars, smart speakers, and IoT devices. Through design and consulting services, DSP Concepts assists in automotive audio design, system architecture, and custom protocol development, enabling developers to bring their products to market efficiently while minimizing risks. Their solutions are utilized by renowned brands across various sectors, ensuring a remarkable audio experience in countless consumer and automotive products.

Turntide is a company focused on creating sustainable technologies aimed at reducing energy consumption and operational expenses in various sectors, including buildings, agriculture, and electric transportation. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, Turntide has developed an innovative electric motor system that utilizes advanced switched reluctance technology. This system is managed by sophisticated cloud software and incorporates IoT connectivity for precise control. By targeting the significant energy waste attributed to traditional electric motors, Turntide aims to support the shift away from fossil fuels and promote a more sustainable future. The company's efforts are geared towards eliminating the 25% of global electricity consumption that is currently wasted, thereby accelerating the transition to 100% renewable energy.

Autobrains develops a visual intelligence platform for safer autonomous driving. Its technology, backed by over 200 patents, uses signature-based representation structures and unsupervised learning to understand vehicle environments comprehensively.

Founded in 2017, Recogni specializes in developing AI-based inference processing solutions. It offers high-performance, low-power processors for generative AI and intelligent autonomous platforms, serving automotive industries in Germany and the US.

Urgently is a digital roadside assistance platform that features a roadside assistance industry to the benefit of global brands, roadside assistance professionals, and consumers. Its solution delivers the quickest, safest, and most innovative roadside assistance service, products and technology by combining location-based services, real-time data, AI, and machine-to-machine communication.

Urgently is a digital roadside assistance platform that features a roadside assistance industry to the benefit of global brands, roadside assistance professionals, and consumers. Its solution delivers the quickest, safest, and most innovative roadside assistance service, products and technology by combining location-based services, real-time data, AI, and machine-to-machine communication.

Founded in 2017, Lunewave specializes in manufacturing Luneburg Lens-based Antenna and Automotive Radar Sensor Systems. Serving sectors such as telecommunications, aerospace/defense, automotive, and specialized research, the company's products are renowned for their robust design, high resolution, and long detection range.

Tekion Corp. is a technology company based in San Ramon, California, founded in 2016, that specializes in developing cloud-based business applications for the automotive retail industry. Its flagship product, the Automotive Retail Cloud (ARC), serves automotive dealers by connecting their entire business operations and facilitating the vehicle sales cycle online. Tekion's innovative platform integrates various aspects of the automotive retail ecosystem, including digital sales management, compliance, customer engagement, and data insights, to enhance efficiency and improve customer experiences. By leveraging advanced technologies such as big data, machine learning, and artificial intelligence, Tekion aims to transform an industry that has remained largely unchanged for decades, offering a seamless and highly configurable solution for automotive retailers, manufacturers, and technology partners.

Caroobi GmbH, established in 2015 and headquartered in Berlin, Germany, operates as an integrated marketplace for automotive aftersales services. The company specializes in streamlining the repair experience for customers by offering a wide range of car repair services and replacement parts through its network of workshops. These services include transmission repair, engine and cylinder head gasket replacement, motor services, inspection and quality checks, gear repair, turbocharger and coupling changes, timing belt and chain replacement, and car wrapping. Caroobi also provides auto parts such as engine exchange parts, transmission replacement parts, and turbocharger exchange parts. The company's platform enables users to book these services at transparent and fixed prices, aiming to revolutionize the automotive aftersales industry across Europe and beyond. As of June 15, 2020, Caroobi operates as a subsidiary of Deutsches Werkstattnetz GmbH.

Mapillary operates an online street-level imagery platform that scales and automates mapping through collaboration, cameras, and computer vision. It enables users to collect photos from various devices, which are then combined into a collective street level view. The company offers tools such as Mapillary Driver, Desktop Uploader, and Command Line Tools for efficient data collection. As of June 2020, Mapillary operates as a subsidiary of Facebook.

Fair is a car leasing company headquartered in Santa Monica, California, founded in 2016. The company has developed a mobile application that facilitates vehicle leasing services, allowing users to shop for, get approved for, and pay for a car directly from their smartphones using only a driver's license and a bank account. Fair's platform offers customers the flexibility to choose their desired vehicle, select mileage options, and manage payments all within the app. This innovative approach embodies the car-as-a-service (CaaS) model, providing individuals with the freedom to drive the car they want for as long as they wish, while also allowing them the option to return the vehicle at any time without the long-term commitments typically associated with traditional vehicle financing or leasing.

Fair is a car leasing company headquartered in Santa Monica, California, founded in 2016. The company has developed a mobile application that facilitates vehicle leasing services, allowing users to shop for, get approved for, and pay for a car directly from their smartphones using only a driver's license and a bank account. Fair's platform offers customers the flexibility to choose their desired vehicle, select mileage options, and manage payments all within the app. This innovative approach embodies the car-as-a-service (CaaS) model, providing individuals with the freedom to drive the car they want for as long as they wish, while also allowing them the option to return the vehicle at any time without the long-term commitments typically associated with traditional vehicle financing or leasing.

DSP Concepts Inc. is a leading provider of audio development tools and intellectual property for creators of audio-enabled products, headquartered in Santa Clara, California, with additional offices in Massachusetts, Germany, and China. The company's flagship product, Audio Weaver, is a cross-platform audio-processing engine that simplifies audio innovation by allowing engineers to rapidly prototype and modify designs across teams. DSP Concepts also offers TalkTo, a suite of proprietary machine learning and microphone processing algorithms designed to enhance audio clarity in noisy environments. Their technology supports multiple audio input and output streams, making it suitable for diverse applications, including automotive systems, soundbars, smart speakers, and IoT devices. Through design and consulting services, DSP Concepts assists in automotive audio design, system architecture, and custom protocol development, enabling developers to bring their products to market efficiently while minimizing risks. Their solutions are utilized by renowned brands across various sectors, ensuring a remarkable audio experience in countless consumer and automotive products.

Nauto is an AI technology company that improves commercial fleet safety through its intelligent driver safety system. This system assesses driver behavior to reduce distracted driving and prevent collisions, enabling real-time feedback and analysis for fleet managers. Nauto's platform also powers the development of autonomous vehicle technology.

Caroobi GmbH, established in 2015 and headquartered in Berlin, Germany, operates as an integrated marketplace for automotive aftersales services. The company specializes in streamlining the repair experience for customers by offering a wide range of car repair services and replacement parts through its network of workshops. These services include transmission repair, engine and cylinder head gasket replacement, motor services, inspection and quality checks, gear repair, turbocharger and coupling changes, timing belt and chain replacement, and car wrapping. Caroobi also provides auto parts such as engine exchange parts, transmission replacement parts, and turbocharger exchange parts. The company's platform enables users to book these services at transparent and fixed prices, aiming to revolutionize the automotive aftersales industry across Europe and beyond. As of June 15, 2020, Caroobi operates as a subsidiary of Deutsches Werkstattnetz GmbH.

Skurt is a technology and logistics platform that provides an on-demand car rental service, allowing users to conveniently access a vehicle through a mobile application. Customers can request a car to be delivered to their location—be it home, hotel, or office—within 60 minutes, with the flexibility to schedule a pick-up after their usage. The platform eliminates the inconveniences often associated with traditional car rentals, such as paperwork, lines, underage fees, and fuel costs, making it accessible for both locals and visitors. Currently operational in Los Angeles, San Diego, and Miami, Skurt has successfully delivered tens of thousands of vehicles, offering rentals on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis.

Fair is a car leasing company headquartered in Santa Monica, California, founded in 2016. The company has developed a mobile application that facilitates vehicle leasing services, allowing users to shop for, get approved for, and pay for a car directly from their smartphones using only a driver's license and a bank account. Fair's platform offers customers the flexibility to choose their desired vehicle, select mileage options, and manage payments all within the app. This innovative approach embodies the car-as-a-service (CaaS) model, providing individuals with the freedom to drive the car they want for as long as they wish, while also allowing them the option to return the vehicle at any time without the long-term commitments typically associated with traditional vehicle financing or leasing.

Desktop Metal is a global developer and manufacturer of additive manufacturing technologies, materials, and software for industrial production. The company offers a range of metal 3D printing systems, including the Production System for high-volume manufacturing, the Shop System for machine shops, the Studio System for office environments, and the Fiber printer for desktop use. It supplies materials and software that support metal, polymer, sand, and ceramic applications, enabling on-demand, digital mass production with improved speed, cost efficiency, and part quality. Desktop Metal serves automotive, aerospace, healthcare, consumer products, heavy industry, machine design, and research and development customers and operates worldwide from headquarters in Burlington, Massachusetts.

Nauto is an AI technology company that improves commercial fleet safety through its intelligent driver safety system. This system assesses driver behavior to reduce distracted driving and prevent collisions, enabling real-time feedback and analysis for fleet managers. Nauto's platform also powers the development of autonomous vehicle technology.

Rever, established in 2015 and headquartered in Eagle, Colorado, is a technology company that serves the global motorcycling community. It develops and markets a mobile application and website, connecting enthusiasts to discover and share motorcycling experiences. The company offers a premium membership with additional features, such as exclusive road recommendations and custom safety alerts.

MyCityWay is the technology partner for global brands seeking to thrive in today’s mobile-first world. Our platform is used to create new highly engaging, personalized mobile experiences and to optimize brands’ existing mobile strategies to achieve core business objectives and increase the return on marketing investments. Marketers leverage our platform to forge long-term personal and profitable relationships with their always-on customers. With our suite of cloud-based tools, brands deliver contextually-relevant, real-time and hyper-targeted content, advertiser messages and functionality that increase retention, loyalty and monetization. The MyCityWay platform delivers personalized experiences across all digital touchpoints, including smartphones, tablets, connected cars, connected TV, airplane seatbacks and touchscreen kiosks. The world’s leading brands have partnered with MyCityWay, including Mastercard, Panasonic, BMW, Macy’s, Daily News, Tommy Hilfiger, Lacoste, Pioneer, One Laptop Per Child, Tribeca Film Festival, Calvin Klein, Red Bull and ING New York City Marathon amongst others. The MyCityWay Platform leverages one patented and five patent-pending technologies. MyCityWay was one of 24 companies selected to participate in the Wall Street Journal's documentary series in 2013. The company has also won several awards including NYC Big Apps 2010, Intel TechSparks Apps4India 2011, Hill Holliday’s Project Beacon 2012, OnMedia’s Top 100 2012, Appy Award 2012 and AlwaysOn Global 250, and was named an Official Honoree for The Webby Awards 2013. Headquartered in NYC, MyCityWay is backed by Firstmark Capital, IA Ventures, BMWi Ventures and NYC EDC.