Denso

Denso is a global supplier of advanced automotive technology, systems, and components, primarily serving major automakers. Established in 1949, the company focuses on manufacturing electronic parts and systems for vehicles, including powertrain control systems, thermal systems, and mobility electronics. Denso is committed to developing eco-friendly solutions that reduce environmental impact and enhance vehicle safety. With a strong emphasis on quality and innovation, Denso aims to create value for its customers while contributing to a safer and more sustainable automotive society. The company operates on a global scale, with its headquarters located in Kariya, Japan.

Koji Arima

Chairman, CEO and Representative Member of the Board

Andris Staltmanis

President of DENSO Manufacturing Michigan

Donna Taylor

Investment Manager (Advanced Venture Capital Specialist)

32 past transactions

Rapidus

Grant in 2022
Rapidus aims to develop the next generation of logic semiconductors used in computing.

Quadric

Series B in 2022
quadric.io is an end-to-end architecture optimized for real-time edge computing. It aims to empower developers in every industry with superpowers to create tomorrow’s technology, today. The company also designed to meet the powerful needs of next-level autonomous products, like self-driving cars and robots. quadric.io was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in Burlingame, CA, USA.

Seurat Technologies

Series B in 2021
Seurat Technologies, Inc. is a company that specializes in advanced printing services. Founded in 2015, it is headquartered in Mountain View, California, and also has significant operations in Wilmington, Massachusetts. The company focuses on innovative approaches to printing technology, aiming to enhance efficiency and quality in the production process.

Zongmu

Series D in 2021
Zongmu Technology Co. Ltd, founded in January 2013 and headquartered in Shanghai, specializes in the development of advanced driving assistance systems (ADAS) and autonomous driving technologies. The company has established itself as a leader in the SurroundView ADAS market within China, providing innovative solutions and integration services to various automotive manufacturers. Zongmu operates research and development centers in Beijing and Shenzhen, and has formed strategic partnerships with numerous original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and their tier-one suppliers. Its product offerings include 2D and 3D panoramic vision systems, self-parking solutions, and driving recording systems, all aimed at enhancing vehicle safety and improving the driving experience.

Ridecell

Series C in 2020
Ridecell, Inc. is a provider of fleet automation and management software solutions based in San Francisco, California, with additional offices worldwide. Founded in 2009, the company focuses on enabling mobility operators, including car rental companies, transit agencies, and private fleets, to launch and optimize ridesharing and car-sharing services. Its product offerings include Demand-Response, which automates dispatch, scheduling, and routing, and Fixed Route, allowing users to track buses and shuttles in real-time. The Ridecell platform further enhances operations by managing various aspects of mobility services such as user onboarding, dynamic pricing, and payment processing. With a commitment to innovation, Ridecell has processed over 20 million rides and rentals, serving notable clients like the BMW Group and Volkswagen, as well as various universities and transit agencies. The company employs more than 100 professionals across multiple regions, contributing to the growth and efficiency of new mobility services.

Certhon

Corporate Round in 2020
Certhon specializes in designing and constructing modern greenhouses for the horticultural sector, catering to growers, researchers, and investors globally. Established in 1896 and headquartered in Poeldijk, the Netherlands, the company provides a range of products and services including the SuprimAir greenhouse, heating and cooling systems, growth chambers, water treatment technologies, and automation solutions. Certhon aims to optimize agricultural yields while promoting efficient water usage and giving clients comprehensive control over growth conditions, ingredients, and product quality.

Nihon Agri

Venture Round in 2019
Nihon Agri, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2016 that specializes in the export and coordination of Japanese agricultural products. The company focuses on overcoming challenges faced by Japanese farmers in exporting their goods, including issues related to pricing, communication, and logistics. By providing a range of services such as in-house farm production, production guidance, material import, and branding, Nihon Agri aims to enhance overseas sales channels for Japanese agricultural products. The company seeks to meet the growing demand from global consumers for high-quality Japanese produce while addressing the unmet needs of local farmers aspiring to reach international markets.

Metawave

Series A in 2019
Metawave Corporation, founded in 2017 and based in Palo Alto, California, develops innovative beamsteering radar technologies using metamaterials and artificial intelligence for the automotive industry and transportation providers. The company’s flagship product, SPEKTRA, enhances safety for automated driving by providing advanced radar capabilities, including 3D imaging and vehicle-to-vehicle communications. Additionally, Metawave offers TURBO active repeaters to improve signal coverage in challenging environments and ECHO passive reflectors that effectively direct signals in areas with lower coverage. The company also features the AWARE AI platform, which utilizes deep learning to derive meaningful insights from radar signals. Alongside its automotive focus, Metawave is working on smart beamsteering antennas designed to enhance 4G and 5G networks, aiming to deliver faster connectivity for a wide range of users.

Global Mobility Service

Series D in 2019
Global Mobility Service is a financial service company focused on enhancing vehicle accessibility for low-income individuals. By combining innovative financial technology and advanced IoT solutions, the company offers lending services specifically designed to finance vehicle purchases. Global Mobility Service provides loans that facilitate vehicle ownership and incorporates IoT-based auto loan collection methods. This includes the installation of self-developed GPS-equipped devices in vehicles, which aids in managing loan repayments. Through these services, the company aims to create new value in the automotive sector and empower individuals with limited financial resources to own cars.

Bond Mobility

Series A in 2019
BOND Mobility is an eBike sharing company that delivers high-performance micromobility. BOND replaces car, rideshare and public transit trips. The company brings a smart product to cities to support their goals towards a sustainable, urban environment. Also, its faster speed and longer journey average makes it one of the few suburban micromobility services that works on a long-term base.

Uber

Corporate Round in 2019
Uber Technologies, Inc. is a technology company that operates a mobile application connecting consumers with independent drivers for ridesharing services, as well as facilitating food delivery through its Eats segment. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in San Francisco, Uber has expanded its operations to over 600 cities worldwide, serving customers across North America, Latin America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the Asia Pacific. The company has diversified its offerings into five segments: Rides, Eats, Freight, Other Bets, and Advanced Technologies Group. The Rides segment enables users to request rides from a variety of vehicle types, while the Eats segment allows for restaurant discovery and food delivery. The Freight segment connects carriers with shippers for logistics services. Uber is also focused on developing autonomous vehicle technology through its Advanced Technologies Group. By leveraging its platform, Uber aims to enhance urban mobility and deliver innovative transportation solutions globally.

Ridecell

Series B in 2018
Ridecell, Inc. is a provider of fleet automation and management software solutions based in San Francisco, California, with additional offices worldwide. Founded in 2009, the company focuses on enabling mobility operators, including car rental companies, transit agencies, and private fleets, to launch and optimize ridesharing and car-sharing services. Its product offerings include Demand-Response, which automates dispatch, scheduling, and routing, and Fixed Route, allowing users to track buses and shuttles in real-time. The Ridecell platform further enhances operations by managing various aspects of mobility services such as user onboarding, dynamic pricing, and payment processing. With a commitment to innovation, Ridecell has processed over 20 million rides and rentals, serving notable clients like the BMW Group and Volkswagen, as well as various universities and transit agencies. The company employs more than 100 professionals across multiple regions, contributing to the growth and efficiency of new mobility services.

Blaize

Series C in 2018
Blaize, Inc., founded in 2010 and based in El Dorado Hills, California, specializes in artificial intelligence-enabled edge computing solutions. The company provides a customizable and programmable processor architecture suite, along with a software development platform, aimed at transforming the landscape of AI technology. Through its semiconductor and software offerings, Blaize focuses on delivering innovative solutions tailored to meet the unique demands of various industries.

Joled

Corporate Round in 2018
Joled is a manufacturer specializing in organic light-emitting diode (OLED) display technology, focusing on high-end applications such as monitors, medical displays, and automotive lighting. The company utilizes advanced printing techniques for OLED production, along with transparent amorphous oxide semiconductors and flexible display technology. Joled serves various industries, including medical, entertainment, gaming, and electronic signage, aiming to deliver innovative display solutions that enhance visual experiences. With its expertise in OLED technology, Joled contributes to the growing demand for high-quality, flexible, and energy-efficient display systems.

Ridecell

Series B in 2018
Ridecell, Inc. is a provider of fleet automation and management software solutions based in San Francisco, California, with additional offices worldwide. Founded in 2009, the company focuses on enabling mobility operators, including car rental companies, transit agencies, and private fleets, to launch and optimize ridesharing and car-sharing services. Its product offerings include Demand-Response, which automates dispatch, scheduling, and routing, and Fixed Route, allowing users to track buses and shuttles in real-time. The Ridecell platform further enhances operations by managing various aspects of mobility services such as user onboarding, dynamic pricing, and payment processing. With a commitment to innovation, Ridecell has processed over 20 million rides and rentals, serving notable clients like the BMW Group and Volkswagen, as well as various universities and transit agencies. The company employs more than 100 professionals across multiple regions, contributing to the growth and efficiency of new mobility services.

Metawave

Venture Round in 2018
Metawave Corporation, founded in 2017 and based in Palo Alto, California, develops innovative beamsteering radar technologies using metamaterials and artificial intelligence for the automotive industry and transportation providers. The company’s flagship product, SPEKTRA, enhances safety for automated driving by providing advanced radar capabilities, including 3D imaging and vehicle-to-vehicle communications. Additionally, Metawave offers TURBO active repeaters to improve signal coverage in challenging environments and ECHO passive reflectors that effectively direct signals in areas with lower coverage. The company also features the AWARE AI platform, which utilizes deep learning to derive meaningful insights from radar signals. Alongside its automotive focus, Metawave is working on smart beamsteering antennas designed to enhance 4G and 5G networks, aiming to deliver faster connectivity for a wide range of users.

On the Road

Corporate Round in 2018
On The Road is a developer of next-generation software using cloud computing, edge computing, and other IT platforms, to accelerate development of technology for Mobility as a Service (MaaS) systems.

Dellfer

Seed Round in 2018
DellFer, Inc. is a cybersecurity company based in Novato, California, specializing in the development of security software aimed at detecting and preventing zero-day attacks. Founded in 2016, the company focuses on providing real-time visibility into cyber threats affecting connected devices, particularly in the Internet of Things (IoT) and automotive sectors. Its innovative platform offers runtime integrity protection by monitoring device software for unauthorized changes, thereby helping manufacturers safeguard their products against malware infections and other security vulnerabilities. DellFer’s solutions are designed to ensure the safety and integrity of life-critical and mission-critical applications in an increasingly interconnected world.

FLOSFIA

Venture Round in 2018
FLOSFIA INC. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in the development of corundum structured Gallium Oxide semiconductor power devices. Founded on March 31, 2011, the firm emerged as a spin-off from research conducted at Kyoto University. FLOSFIA focuses on utilizing the unique physical properties of gallium oxide to create low-loss power devices that offer high breakdown voltage and efficiency. The company employs mist chemical vapor deposition (CVD) techniques for film formation, which enhances the performance of its semiconductor products.

InfiniteKey

Acquisition in 2017
InfiniteKey, Inc. is a technology company based in Holland, Michigan, specializing in low energy Bluetooth software that transforms smartphones into advanced key fobs. Founded in 2016 and operating as a subsidiary of DENSO International America, InfiniteKey focuses on developing microlocation and passive Phone-as-a-Key technologies. These innovations enable precise and secure interactions between smartphones and various products, particularly in the automotive sector, without draining battery life or compromising usability. The company's solutions allow automakers to utilize smartphones for vehicle access, effectively managing credential creation, distribution, and revocation. By leveraging Bluetooth Low Energy technology, InfiniteKey aims to enhance user experiences in the sharing economy by providing new ways to control and interact with connected devices.

Mcity

Venture Round in 2017
Mcity, the autonomous vehicle research center on the University of Michigan campus.Mcity is the only advanced mobility R&D center that combines early-stage research, testing in a real-world environment, and on-road vehicle deployments to further prove new technologies.

FLOSFIA

Venture Round in 2017
FLOSFIA INC. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in the development of corundum structured Gallium Oxide semiconductor power devices. Founded on March 31, 2011, the firm emerged as a spin-off from research conducted at Kyoto University. FLOSFIA focuses on utilizing the unique physical properties of gallium oxide to create low-loss power devices that offer high breakdown voltage and efficiency. The company employs mist chemical vapor deposition (CVD) techniques for film formation, which enhances the performance of its semiconductor products.

MaaS Global

Series A in 2017
MaaS Global Ltd is a mobility operator based in Helsinki, Finland, founded in 2015. The company focuses on developing a mobility as a service (MaaS) application that integrates public and private transportation providers into a unified mobile service. By offering a single-ticket system, the application allows users to access various transport options and create personalized travel plans that cater to their specific needs. In addition to transportation services, MaaS Global also provides value-added services, such as grocery and meal deliveries, enhancing the overall user experience. The company aims to offer an alternative to car ownership by delivering a comprehensive and efficient mobility solution that promotes sustainable transport practices.

Global Mobility Service

Series B in 2017
Global Mobility Service is a financial service company focused on enhancing vehicle accessibility for low-income individuals. By combining innovative financial technology and advanced IoT solutions, the company offers lending services specifically designed to finance vehicle purchases. Global Mobility Service provides loans that facilitate vehicle ownership and incorporates IoT-based auto loan collection methods. This includes the installation of self-developed GPS-equipped devices in vehicles, which aids in managing loan repayments. Through these services, the company aims to create new value in the automotive sector and empower individuals with limited financial resources to own cars.

Blaize

Venture Round in 2016
Blaize, Inc., founded in 2010 and based in El Dorado Hills, California, specializes in artificial intelligence-enabled edge computing solutions. The company provides a customizable and programmable processor architecture suite, along with a software development platform, aimed at transforming the landscape of AI technology. Through its semiconductor and software offerings, Blaize focuses on delivering innovative solutions tailored to meet the unique demands of various industries.

Peloton Technology

Series A in 2015
Peloton Technology Inc. was founded in 2011 by a team of Silicon Valley entrepreneurs to address major pain points of today’s trucking fleets – accidents and fuel costs. Peloton's system uses radar and DSRC vehicle-to-vehicle communications to link active safety systems between pairs of trucks, reducing collision-related expenses and fuel costs. The drivers remain fully engaged and retain steering control, while the system controls acceleration and braking similar to adaptive cruise control. The dramatic reduction in aerodynamic drag in these platoons provides substantial improvements in fuel economy for both the trailing and leading trucks: with on-road testing showing average savings over 7% between the two trucks.

Arara

Venture Round in 2014
Arara is the leading player in Wifi Analytics & Indoor Location Services Wifi Analytics: make the most of your wifi network, collect customer data, run customized ads to each of your customers and get powerful AI-powered analytics ! You can also use our social media retargeting tools to communicate with your customers when they leave your store through Instagram, Facebook, Google and Email App Location Services: our proprietary technology allows us to provide indoor location solutions without requiring additional hardware. Implement our tech on your App and get instant Navigation, Geolocated Push Notifications and Customer Journey data ! Arara is a member of Endeavor Global. Arara's founders have been awarded as 35 under 35 by the MIT Tech Review in 2017 For further information, contact us at manu@arara.ai

Arara

Venture Round in 2014
Arara Inc. is a technology solutions provider based in Tokyo, Japan, established in 2006. The company specializes in a range of services including customer relationship management (CRM) solutions that incorporate reward points and e-money functions to enhance consumer engagement. Arara also develops data security solutions, augmented reality services like ARAPPLI and ARAPPLI SIGNAGE, and QR code services, including QRQR - QR Code Reader and QRQR Manager. Additionally, the company offers blockchain solutions and manages high-speed email delivery services through its Arara messaging solutions. With a focus on innovation, Arara aims to deliver enjoyable and convenient services that enhance user experiences globally.
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EASE Simulation

Acquisition in 2014
EASE Simulation Inc., doing business as EASE Diagnostics, offers PC-based automotive diagnostic and information products. It offers PC scan tools that provide high-speed access to vehicle data on clients PCs to perform diagnostics; J2534 Reprogramming, which enables clients to reflash virtually various OBD II Domestic, Asian, and European vehicles on the road; Mini Data Logger that records vehicle data during road tests; and exhaust gas analyzer, code scanner, and current clamps solutions. The company was founded in 1993 and is based in Scott Township, Pennsylvania. As of June 4, 2014, EASE Simulation Inc. operates as a subsidiary of DENSO International America, Inc.

CTR s.r.l

Acquisition in 2010
CTR s.r.l, based in Parma, Italy, is a prominent manufacturer and distributor of automotive spare parts and tools, specializing in air conditioning (A/C) systems for various vehicles, including cars, trucks, and heavy-duty machinery. The company produces recovery, recycling, vacuum, and charging machines designed for the maintenance of A/C systems using refrigerants R12 and R134a. With an extensive network of distributors across Italy and in international markets, CTR ensures wide product availability and support. The company is committed to innovation, continually seeking original and exclusive products with customized packaging. Additionally, CTR provides comprehensive technical support and organizes specialized training sessions for customers, helping them effectively utilize their equipment and address maintenance challenges related to A/C systems.

Kivera

Series A in 2000
In 1997, the founders of Kivera foresaw the emergence of the wireless location services market. They realized that existing technology to convert spatial data into usable application formats was cumbersome and expensive. Having an extensive background in vehicle navigation and spatial data applications they set out to improve the entire process, starting with a blank slate.
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