Road Ventures

Smoove designs, installs and manufactures self-service bike solutions and mobility services, integrated in a multimodal and digital offer for cities and companies. Smoove is the only company to offer ultra-innovative bikes, with on-board technology and a patented security system that makes their bikes highly secured.

Caura Ltd. is a London-based company that specializes in designing and manufacturing innovative vehicle management solutions. The company's platform facilitates payments for essential car-related expenses, including parking, tolls, congestion charges, MOTs, vehicle tax, and insurance. Caura Protect, an FCA-registered product, enables drivers to purchase and manage motor insurance from multiple insurers. Additionally, Caura Maintain streamlines the management of MOTs and vehicle servicing. Founded in 2018, Caura aims to simplify car ownership by integrating various services into an accessible platform, enhancing the overall experience for drivers.

Zeleros is a Spanish company specializing in the development of hyperloop technology, positioning itself as a pioneer in the fifth mode of transportation. The company focuses on optimizing vehicles to lower infrastructure costs while ensuring safer pressure levels for passengers. Zeleros aims to design and implement sustainable transport solutions that allow travel at speeds of up to 1000 km/h using clean energy. This is achieved through a system of depressurized tubes that combines elements from both the aerospace and railway industries. The company is actively preparing to construct a 2-kilometer test track in Valencia for high-speed demonstrations and is collaborating with various partners, including prominent companies and research institutions. Zeleros is also engaged in an international effort to establish hyperloop standards for global interoperability. With over €1.5 million secured from two funding rounds, Zeleros is positioned to enhance intercity transport and logistics, addressing mobility challenges in urban areas and improving regional competitiveness.

MotionTag GmbH, established in 2015 and based in Berlin, Germany, specializes in mobility analytics and ticketing. It offers a smartphone-based, pay-as-you-go ticketing solution for inner and intercity travelers, enabling seamless and sustainable urban mobility. The company's platform, Motion OS, uses machine learning on smartphone sensors to infer user travel patterns, helping mobility service providers understand customer behaviors, optimize transport systems, and create new mobility experiences.

Gestoos is a technology company specializing in computer vision Artificial Intelligence. It develops solutions that interpret and respond to human behavior, including explicit gestures and implicit expressions, enabling natural interactions with devices and software. The platform tracks shapes and objects with high precision, understands motion, and learns incrementally to improve its understanding of context and scene. Gestoos aims to make everyday objects 'smart' by enabling them to understand and respond to human behavior.

Bestmile is a fleet orchestration platform based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in managing and optimizing both autonomous and human-driven vehicle fleets. Founded in 2014, the company offers a cloud-based platform that supports various mobility services, including fixed-route and on-demand transportation, regardless of vehicle brand or type. Bestmile's technology enables efficient dispatching, routing, pooling, and ride-matching, facilitating the integration of autonomous vehicles into existing transportation systems alongside conventional vehicles. The platform is utilized daily in urban centers across four continents, addressing global mobility challenges by providing operators with the tools to create safe, accessible, and efficient multi-modal transport solutions. Bestmile's mission focuses on enhancing mobility services while ensuring they remain lucrative and adaptable to evolving demands.

Zoov operates an electric bicycle-sharing service, focusing on urban areas. Its key offering is a compact, easy-to-install parking system that integrates seamlessly into public spaces. Zoov's e-bikes are lightweight, GPS-enabled, and convenient to park, making them ideal for short-distance travel within towns. The company caters primarily to businesses, schools, and other communal spaces, aiming to provide a swift, effortless, and eco-friendly mobility solution. Currently, Zoov is set to launch in Paris-Saclay this September, with plans to expand to multiple conurbations in the coming months.

Alto is a transportation company that offers on-demand rides using a dedicated fleet of well-maintained and sanitized vehicles. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Dallas, Texas, Alto employs a team of carefully vetted and trained drivers to ensure a professional and consistent riding experience for its members. The company focuses on providing customizable ride experiences, allowing customers to personalize various aspects of their journeys, such as music selection and climate control. By combining modern technology with a commitment to safety and service, Alto aims to simplify the process of booking private transportation for its users. The company began its operations in Dallas with plans to expand into additional U.S. cities.

Bestmile is a fleet orchestration platform based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in managing and optimizing both autonomous and human-driven vehicle fleets. Founded in 2014, the company offers a cloud-based platform that supports various mobility services, including fixed-route and on-demand transportation, regardless of vehicle brand or type. Bestmile's technology enables efficient dispatching, routing, pooling, and ride-matching, facilitating the integration of autonomous vehicles into existing transportation systems alongside conventional vehicles. The platform is utilized daily in urban centers across four continents, addressing global mobility challenges by providing operators with the tools to create safe, accessible, and efficient multi-modal transport solutions. Bestmile's mission focuses on enhancing mobility services while ensuring they remain lucrative and adaptable to evolving demands.