General Motors

General Motors is a multinational automobile manufacturer based in Detroit. It designs, manufactures, and sells cars and trucks in regions including the United States, China, Brazil, Germany, the United Kingdom, Canada, and Italy, offering a broad lineup of sedans, crossovers, SUVs, pickups, sports cars, and hybrids, along with parts, accessories, and in-vehicle safety and information services. The company provides used vehicles and distributes its products through a network of dealers and distributors. It operates through North America, International, and Financing segments and maintains a broad brand portfolio, supported by GM Financial for customer financing. General Motors has a history of major restructuring following the 2009 bankruptcy and government involvement, including a 2010 initial public offering, and continues to pursue mobility and propulsion technology development. Headquartered in Detroit, GM is among the world’s largest automakers by vehicle unit sales.

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Diversity and Inclusion Business Partner

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Executive Director - General Motors Technical Center Israel

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Board Member

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Managing Director

Kristen Siemen

Vice President of Sustainable Workplaces and Chief Sustainability Officer

Matthew Tsien

President

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Nanoramic Laboratories

Venture Round in 2024
Founded in 2008, Nanoramic Laboratories specializes in developing and manufacturing advanced energy storage solutions. The company designs, manufactures, and licenses Neocarbonix electrodes for rechargeable Li-ion batteries, FastCAP ultracapacitors, and Thermexit thermal interface gap filler pads. Its products are designed to operate under extreme conditions, with applications in electric vehicles, consumer electronics, and industrial sectors.

Forge Nano

Venture Round in 2024
Forge Nano specializes in nanocoating technology, enhancing product performance across various industries. Founded in 2013, the company offers precision coatings for Li-ion batteries and other applications, using proprietary processes that make angstrom-thick coatings fast, affordable, and commercially viable.

Lithium Americas & GM - Joint Venture (Thacker Pass)

Debt Financing in 2024
Lithium Americas & GM - Joint Venture mining of lithium resoruce in North America (Thacker Pass)

Lithium Americas & GM - Joint Venture (Thacker Pass)

Corporate Round in 2024
Lithium Americas & GM - Joint Venture mining of lithium resoruce in North America (Thacker Pass)

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Flint

Grant in 2024
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Flint is an organization that empowers the well being of young people.

Addionics

Series B in 2024
Founded in 2017 with offices in London and Tel-Aviv, Addionics designs and develops advanced rechargeable batteries for electronic vehicles. The company specializes in improving battery performance through intelligent 3D architecture redesign, aiming to increase energy density, reduce charging times, and enhance safety.

Cruise

Corporate Round in 2024
Cruise develops advanced self-driving vehicles to safely connect people with places, things, and experiences. Its autonomous vehicles navigate complex traffic scenarios, aiming to improve road safety, restore freedom of movement in urban areas, and reduce carbon pollution.

Mitra Chem

Series B in 2024
Mitra Chem specializes in the production of lithium-ion battery materials. It focuses on developing and commercializing iron-based cathode materials to facilitate widespread electrification in transportation and energy storage sectors.

Li Industries

Series B in 2024
Li Industries is a start-up focused on advancing lithium-ion battery recycling technologies. The company specializes in the recovery of valuable materials such as lithium, cobalt, and nickel from end-of-life batteries used in electric vehicles, consumer electronics, and other energy storage systems. By utilizing innovative direct recycling technology and a scalable electrochemical flow system, Li Industries aims to extract these essential metals efficiently and sustainably. This process not only reduces environmental waste but also supports the production of new batteries from recycled components. By optimizing the recovery and treatment of these materials, Li Industries contributes to lowering energy consumption and emissions in the battery production process, ultimately fostering a more sustainable supply chain for battery manufacturing.

Yoshi

Series C in 2024
Yoshi, Inc. is a company that specializes in on-demand gas delivery and automotive services. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, Yoshi provides fuel delivery directly to parked vehicles, as well as scheduled refueling and concierge services. In addition to fuel, the company offers oil changes and car washes, ensuring that customers can maintain their vehicles without interrupting their daily routines. Yoshi also features an application that allows users to view local gas prices and access additional vehicle care details. The company primarily serves customers in the Greater Atlanta, Nashville, and San Francisco Bay areas, with a mission to keep vehicles moving efficiently and sustainably while delivering high-quality customer service.

Neural Propulsion Systems

Series B in 2024
Founded in 2017, Neural Propulsion Systems is an AI company based in Pleasanton, California. It specializes in developing autonomous sensor technology designed to prevent transportation accidents.

GeoPura

Venture Round in 2024
GeoPura is a renewable energy company focused on producing hydrogen-based zero-emission fuels to support the decarbonization of global economies. The firm specializes in generating, storing, and distributing hydrogen energy, addressing the logistical challenges associated with energy delivery. By providing its innovative Hydrogen Power Unit technology, GeoPura enables sustainability-driven clients, such as Balfour Beatty, HS2, National Grid, and the BBC, to replace traditional diesel generators. This transition facilitates cleaner energy solutions for electric vehicle charging, transportation, and construction industries, significantly reducing reliance on fossil fuels.

Nouveau Monde Graphite

Post in 2024
Nouveau Monde Graphite Inc. is a mineral exploration company focused on the acquisition, exploration, evaluation, and development of graphite properties in Quebec, Canada. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Saint-Michel-des-Saints, the company owns the Matawinie property, which consists of 319 mining claims covering 17,585 hectares located north of Montreal. Nouveau Monde Graphite is dedicated to developing a natural graphite-based anode material aimed at supplying the lithium-ion battery industry, thereby targeting the growing North American market for battery-grade materials. The company emphasizes environmentally responsible practices in its operations, aligning with the increasing demand for sustainable and low-impact sources of natural graphite for battery manufacturers. Its projects include the Matawinie Mine and the Battery Material Plant, positioning Nouveau Monde Graphite as a key player in the green energy transition.

Silverfort

Series D in 2024
Founded in 2016, Silverfort specializes in enterprise authentication and access security. Its agentless and proxyless platform extends Multi-Factor Authentication, Risk-Based Authentication, and Zero Trust policies across all corporate users, devices, and systems, both on-premise and in the cloud, without requiring endpoint modifications.

Tooling & Equipment International

Acquisition in 2023
Tooling & Equipment International specializes in designing and manufacturing prototype, pre-production, and mass-production equipment tailored to the casting industry. They offer complete turnkey packages of tooling, fixtures, and automation systems for high-volume foundries, along with producing aluminum castings for diverse industries.

Niron Magnetics

Venture Round in 2023
Niron Magnetics, Inc. is a Minneapolis-based company founded in 2013, specializing in the development and manufacturing of permanent magnets made from advanced iron nitride materials. These innovative magnets are designed for various industrial applications, including motors and generators, where they offer enhanced performance and efficiency. Niron's iron nitride magnets feature high magnetization and greater magnetic flux density compared to traditional ferrite and NdFeB-based magnets, enabling manufacturers in sectors such as automotive and computing to reduce size and weight without sacrificing power or torque. Additionally, Niron Magnetics collaborates with government entities and investors to promote national security initiatives through their cutting-edge technology.

Seurat Technologies

Series C in 2023
Seurat Technologies, Inc., incorporated in 2015 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, specializes in advanced 3D printing services aimed at revolutionizing industrial manufacturing. The company focuses on high-volume, decarbonized production of metal parts, utilizing its innovative Area Printing technology, which allows for the decoupling of resolution and speed. This scalable process positions Seurat to compete effectively with traditional manufacturing methods. The company's technology, originally developed at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, is supported by a robust portfolio of over 130 granted and pending patents. Seurat provides metal parts for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) through long-term contracts, employing techniques such as direct metal writing and selective laser melting to ensure cost-effective production at scale.

Mitra Chem

Series B in 2023
Mitra Chem specializes in the production of lithium-ion battery materials. It focuses on developing and commercializing iron-based cathode materials to facilitate widespread electrification in transportation and energy storage sectors.

ALGOLiON

Acquisition in 2023
ALGOLiON is a start-up focused on enhancing the safety of lithium-ion batteries through the development of early warning predictive intelligence algorithms. These algorithms are specifically designed to identify markers that are significantly more sensitive than those used by competing systems, allowing for the early detection of internally developing safety hazards within battery cells. By improving the diagnostic capabilities of various battery types commonly found in consumer electronics, electric vehicles, medical equipment, and aircraft, ALGOLiON's technology aims to provide timely warnings before a battery cell reaches a critical threshold that could lead to fires or explosions. This proactive approach empowers consumers to take corrective actions, thereby mitigating potential risks associated with battery failures.

Element 25

Post in 2023
Element 25 focuses on the exploration of mineral properties in Australia, with a primary emphasis on manganese, cobalt, and nickel deposits. It owns the Butcherbird manganese project in the Pilbara region of Western Australia, which aims to produce high-purity manganese products including electrolytic manganese metal and manganese sulfate for use in rechargeable lithium-ion batteries and other energy storage applications. The company also holds the Pinnacles Project located northeast of Kalgoorlie. Element 25 traces its origins to 2006 and adopted its current name in 2018, and it is based in West Perth, Australia.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Flint

Grant in 2023
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Flint is an organization that empowers the well being of young people.

UVeye

Series D in 2023
UVeye designs and manufactures advanced camera inspection systems for vehicles. Its products automatically detect anomalies, modifications, or foreign objects in a vehicle's undercarriage using computer algorithms and high-resolution cameras. UVeye caters to various industries including government compounds, dealerships, auctions, and fleets worldwide.

Nanoramic Laboratories

Venture Round in 2023
Founded in 2008, Nanoramic Laboratories specializes in developing and manufacturing advanced energy storage solutions. The company designs, manufactures, and licenses Neocarbonix electrodes for rechargeable Li-ion batteries, FastCAP ultracapacitors, and Thermexit thermal interface gap filler pads. Its products are designed to operate under extreme conditions, with applications in electric vehicles, consumer electronics, and industrial sectors.

EnergyX

Series B in 2023
Founded in 2018, EnergyX is a clean technology company based in Fort Lauderdale, FL. It specializes in optimizing the lithium extraction process through direct lithium extraction and advanced battery innovations, aiming to improve recovery efficiency, reduce costs, and accelerate the transition to sustainable energy.

Envisics

Series C in 2023
Envisics Limited is an automotive technology company based in Milton Keynes, United Kingdom, specializing in the design and development of holographic projection systems and computation algorithms for head-up and head-mounted displays. Founded in 2009, the company focuses on light manipulation through phase-only holography, leveraging advanced holographic and laser-based technologies to deliver high-quality images. Envisics aims to transform automotive displays and enhance the in-car experience by partnering with leading automakers and tier-one suppliers. Its dynamic holography platform enables the creation of head-up display images that overlay information seamlessly onto the driver’s field of view, thereby improving safety and providing essential driving information without distraction.

GeoPura

Venture Round in 2023
GeoPura is a renewable energy company focused on producing hydrogen-based zero-emission fuels to support the decarbonization of global economies. The firm specializes in generating, storing, and distributing hydrogen energy, addressing the logistical challenges associated with energy delivery. By providing its innovative Hydrogen Power Unit technology, GeoPura enables sustainability-driven clients, such as Balfour Beatty, HS2, National Grid, and the BBC, to replace traditional diesel generators. This transition facilitates cleaner energy solutions for electric vehicle charging, transportation, and construction industries, significantly reducing reliance on fossil fuels.

Lithium Americas & GM - Joint Venture (Thacker Pass)

Post in 2023
Lithium Americas & GM - Joint Venture mining of lithium resoruce in North America (Thacker Pass)

RapidDeploy

Series C in 2023
RapidDeploy is a cloud-native platform for public safety that provides cloud-based computer-aided dispatch and analytics to reduce emergency response times and enhance situational awareness. The platform integrates call information, mobile signals, and third-party datasets into a single operating system to support telecommunicators and first responders, offering features such as vehicle and responder tracking, route optimization, mobile workforce management, bulk dispatch, event scheduling, and lifecycle management. It supports Next Generation 911 and aims to deliver location-aware, actionable insights to improve outcomes and save lives. The company is based in Austin, Texas.

Aspen Aerogels

Post in 2022
Aspen Aerogels, Inc. is a leading company in the aerogel technology sector, specializing in the design, development, manufacture, and sale of high-performance insulation products. Founded in 2001 and headquartered in Northborough, Massachusetts, the company primarily serves the energy infrastructure and building materials markets globally. Its product lineup includes Pyrogel XTE, Pyrogel HPS, and Cryogel Z, which are tailored for various applications, including power generation and cryogenic systems. Aspen Aerogels also offers solutions like Spaceloft, designed for both offshore oil production and building materials. The company's insulation solutions are recognized for their superior thermal efficiency, often outperforming traditional materials by up to eight times. Additionally, Aspen Aerogels engages in research and development activities, collaborating with U.S. government agencies and other institutions to advance aerogel technology.

MycoWorks

Venture Round in 2022
MycoWorks is a biotechnology company specializing in the production of non-plastic and non-animal materials. Utilizing fungal mycelium, they create energy-efficient and biodegradable alternatives to plastic foams, textiles, woods, and leather for various industries such as aerospace, automotive, apparel, and architecture.

Queensland Pacific Metals

Post in 2022
Queensland Pacific Metals Limited is a mineral exploration company based in West Perth, Australia, focused on the exploration and development of battery metals, particularly nickel, cobalt, and iron oxide. The company holds interests in key projects, including the Townsville Energy Chemicals Hub Project in Queensland and the Eden Garry Serpentine Ridge Project in the Marlborough region of northern Queensland. Queensland Pacific Metals produces chemicals and by-products intended for the lithium-ion battery and electric vehicle sectors. Established in 2007 and formerly known as Pure Minerals Limited, the company is dedicated to advancing the supply of essential materials for sustainable energy technologies.

OneD Battery Sciences

Series C in 2022
OneD Battery Sciences is a nanotechnology startup based in Palo Alto, California, founded in 2013. The company specializes in silicon anode technology, specifically its SINANODE platform, which enhances the performance of electric vehicle (EV) batteries by increasing the energy density of their anodes while simultaneously reducing costs. OneD Battery Sciences applies its innovative processes to both natural and artificial graphite powders, resulting in improved energy and power density for EV battery manufacturers. Additionally, the startup operates a SINANODE pilot production program that assists industrial partners in developing advanced electrochemical cells and scaling up production, thus enabling them to achieve their production objectives while remaining competitive in the market.

INRIX

Venture Round in 2022
INRIX is a leading provider of data and analytics focused on intelligent mobility, utilizing big data from connected devices and vehicles to generate insights about how people move globally. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Kirkland, Washington, INRIX offers an on-demand analytics platform designed for cities and road authorities, enabling data-driven decision-making to enhance mobility efficiency and safety. The company's services extend to financial sectors, providing insights into consumer trends, supply chain health, and economic forecasting. By integrating with various partners across the mobility ecosystem, INRIX supports initiatives such as improving traffic signal timing, optimizing last-mile delivery, and enhancing overall road safety. Through its innovative approach, INRIX plays a crucial role in advancing transportation technology and improving mobility from the first mile to the last.

UVeye

Venture Round in 2022
UVeye designs and manufactures advanced camera inspection systems for vehicles. Its products automatically detect anomalies, modifications, or foreign objects in a vehicle's undercarriage using computer algorithms and high-resolution cameras. UVeye caters to various industries including government compounds, dealerships, auctions, and fleets worldwide.

Wind Catching Systems

Series A in 2022
Wind Catching Systems is an energy company that uses floating wind as a competitive energy source. Its multi-rotor floating wind technology takes a novel approach to harvesting the vast wind resources found in deep-water ocean areas. Offshore wind operators and developers will be able to produce electricity at a cost competitive with other energy sources without the need for subsidies. The company is currently working on floating multi-turbine technology. In comparison to conventional floating offshore wind farms, the technology is expected to reduce acreage use by more than 80% and increase efficiency significantly.

Silverfort

Series C in 2022
Founded in 2016, Silverfort specializes in enterprise authentication and access security. Its agentless and proxyless platform extends Multi-Factor Authentication, Risk-Based Authentication, and Zero Trust policies across all corporate users, devices, and systems, both on-premise and in the cloud, without requiring endpoint modifications.

Cruise

Secondary Market in 2022
Cruise develops advanced self-driving vehicles to safely connect people with places, things, and experiences. Its autonomous vehicles navigate complex traffic scenarios, aiming to improve road safety, restore freedom of movement in urban areas, and reduce carbon pollution.

Cruise

Corporate Round in 2022
Cruise develops advanced self-driving vehicles to safely connect people with places, things, and experiences. Its autonomous vehicles navigate complex traffic scenarios, aiming to improve road safety, restore freedom of movement in urban areas, and reduce carbon pollution.

Soelect

Series A in 2022
Founded in 2020, Soelect specializes in developing advanced solid-state battery components. Its key innovations include LiXTM anode technology and a proprietary dry electrode process for high energy density batteries, targeting applications such as electric vehicles, portable electronics, drones, aircraft, space exploration, and defense equipment.

DAPCEP

Grant in 2021
DAPCEP provides year-round STEM programming to nearly 11,000 pre-Kindergarten through 12th graders each year. With a 50:50 female-male ratio and a near 100 percent graduation rate, DAPCEP collaborates with 40+ schools and universities, corporations, community organizations, and public entities. The educational nonprofit has amassed more than 70,000 alumni, 68 percent of whom have entered STEM careers and credit DAPCEP for their STEM success.

Pure Watercraft

Corporate Round in 2021
Founded in Seattle in 2011, Pure Watercraft designs, manufactures, and sells electric propulsion systems for boats. Its products include outboard motors and complete electric boats, aiming to protect the marine environment by promoting sustainable boating.

Wejo

Post in 2021
Wejo Group Ltd specializes in the aggregation and analysis of connected vehicle data, partnering with automotive manufacturers to harness authentic data streams from vehicles equipped with numerous sensors. The company processes billions of data points globally, offering insights that cater to a diverse range of sectors, including public and private organizations, traffic analysts, smart city planners, and automotive suppliers. Utilizing its proprietary cloud software and analytics platform, Wejo Neural Edge, the company transforms high-volume datasets into actionable insights. These insights aim to enhance driver safety, improve urban livability, and optimize the overall driving experience. Wejo's commitment to ethical data usage ensures that its solutions deliver significant customer and economic value, facilitating advancements in mobility and urban planning across North America and Europe.

Momenta

Corporate Round in 2021
Momenta is an autonomous driving startup based in Beijing that specializes in developing advanced software solutions for full autonomy in vehicles. The company leverages deep learning technologies for perception, high-definition semantic mapping, and data-driven path planning, providing multi-level autonomous driving solutions alongside big data products and services. Momenta's team includes leading experts in computer vision and deep learning, contributing to the company's innovative approach to autonomous driving. Their technology is designed to enhance driving efficiency and safety, aiming to improve the overall experience for users through artificial intelligence.

Oculii

Venture Round in 2021
Oculii Corp., based in Beavercreek, Ohio, specializes in developing advanced radar sensors and AI software for various applications, including intelligent transportation, automotive, aerial, and consumer sectors. The company's key products are radar sensors that provide real-time 4D tracking information, enabling accurate 3D positioning and speed detection. These sensors are used in automotive safety systems, traffic management, airborne and medical applications, as well as automated speed enforcement systems. Oculii's innovative Virtual Aperture Imaging radar technology enhances radar resolution without increasing the physical size of the sensor, making it more affordable and scalable. The company collaborates with industry leaders to deliver high-performance, all-weather, and low-cost perception technology for autonomous systems.

AEye

Post in 2021
AEye, Inc. is a technology company focused on developing advanced vision hardware, software, and algorithms for autonomous vehicles and advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS). The company’s proprietary 4Sight Intelligent Sensing Platform integrates solid-state active LiDAR with artificial intelligence and a low-light HD camera, enabling precise and reliable perception of surroundings. AEye's products, including the 4Sight A and 4Sight M sensors, along with its iDAR platform, are designed to improve safety and performance in dynamic applications by providing faster, more accurate information. The AE100 Robotic Perception System and the modular AE200 sensor further exemplify AEye’s commitment to high-performance sensing solutions. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Dublin, California, AEye also has a global presence with offices in Germany and Korea, serving a diverse customer base primarily in the United States, Europe, and the Asia-Pacific region.

Algolux

Series B in 2021
Algolux is a Canadian AI software company specializing in advanced perception solutions for a variety of applications, including automotive advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS), autonomous vehicles, and video security. Founded on innovative research at the intersection of deep learning, computer vision, and computational imaging, the company provides robust and scalable tools that enhance image quality and optimize camera architectures. Algolux utilizes machine learning and deep perception technology to deliver cloud-based video analytics and embedded software, enabling clients to achieve superior results under diverse conditions, such as extreme lighting and adverse weather. The company's focus on safety and efficiency positions it as a leader in the development of solutions for both existing camera systems and new designs.

Seurat Technologies

Series B in 2021
Seurat Technologies, Inc., incorporated in 2015 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, specializes in advanced 3D printing services aimed at revolutionizing industrial manufacturing. The company focuses on high-volume, decarbonized production of metal parts, utilizing its innovative Area Printing technology, which allows for the decoupling of resolution and speed. This scalable process positions Seurat to compete effectively with traditional manufacturing methods. The company's technology, originally developed at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, is supported by a robust portfolio of over 130 granted and pending patents. Seurat provides metal parts for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) through long-term contracts, employing techniques such as direct metal writing and selective laser melting to ensure cost-effective production at scale.

RapidDeploy

Series B in 2021
RapidDeploy is a cloud-native platform for public safety that provides cloud-based computer-aided dispatch and analytics to reduce emergency response times and enhance situational awareness. The platform integrates call information, mobile signals, and third-party datasets into a single operating system to support telecommunicators and first responders, offering features such as vehicle and responder tracking, route optimization, mobile workforce management, bulk dispatch, event scheduling, and lifecycle management. It supports Next Generation 911 and aims to deliver location-aware, actionable insights to improve outcomes and save lives. The company is based in Austin, Texas.

SES

Series D in 2021
SolidEnergy Systems Corp. develops and manufactures rechargeable lithium metal batteries primarily for applications in drones, wearables, smartphones, and electric vehicles. Founded in 2012 and based in Woburn, Massachusetts, the company focuses on producing high-performance lithium metal batteries and supplying essential materials, such as anodes and electrolytes, to major lithium-ion cell manufacturers. These materials can be integrated into existing manufacturing processes, allowing for scalability without significant infrastructure investments. SolidEnergy's pilot-scale production caters to prototype demonstrations and specialized aerospace markets, while its future growth is aimed at mainstream sectors like consumer electronics and electric vehicles. Additionally, the company is involved in developing AI-powered safety algorithms and recycling solutions, positioning itself as an integrated battery manufacturer with a commitment to innovation and sustainability.

Cruise

Corporate Round in 2021
Cruise develops advanced self-driving vehicles to safely connect people with places, things, and experiences. Its autonomous vehicles navigate complex traffic scenarios, aiming to improve road safety, restore freedom of movement in urban areas, and reduce carbon pollution.

Lordstown Motors

Post in 2020
Lordstown Motors is an automotive company specializing in the development and manufacture of light-duty electric trucks, primarily for fleet customers.

Envisics

Series B in 2020
Envisics Limited is an automotive technology company based in Milton Keynes, United Kingdom, specializing in the design and development of holographic projection systems and computation algorithms for head-up and head-mounted displays. Founded in 2009, the company focuses on light manipulation through phase-only holography, leveraging advanced holographic and laser-based technologies to deliver high-quality images. Envisics aims to transform automotive displays and enhance the in-car experience by partnering with leading automakers and tier-one suppliers. Its dynamic holography platform enables the creation of head-up display images that overlay information seamlessly onto the driver’s field of view, thereby improving safety and providing essential driving information without distraction.

Nikola Motor Company

Post in 2020
Nikola Motor Company is an electric vehicle manufacturer based in Salt Lake City, Utah, founded in 2014. The company specializes in developing hydrogen fuel cells, battery electric trucks, and associated energy solutions, with the goal of transforming the transportation industry on a global scale. Nikola gained significant attention for its ambition to revolutionize the trucking sector through innovative electric and hydrogen fuel cell technologies. Initially, the company focused on creating zero-emission hydrogen fuel cell trucks designed for long-haul commercial use, with a range of up to 1,200 miles. Additionally, Nikola planned to establish hydrogen refueling infrastructure to support its vehicles, further enhancing its commitment to sustainable transportation solutions.

Graviky Labs

Grant in 2020
Graviky Labs captures carbon emissions from various sources such as vehicle exhausts. It converts these captured pollutants into usable products like inks and coatings, contributing to a cleaner environment.

Yoshi

Series B in 2020
Yoshi, Inc. is a company that specializes in on-demand gas delivery and automotive services. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, Yoshi provides fuel delivery directly to parked vehicles, as well as scheduled refueling and concierge services. In addition to fuel, the company offers oil changes and car washes, ensuring that customers can maintain their vehicles without interrupting their daily routines. Yoshi also features an application that allows users to view local gas prices and access additional vehicle care details. The company primarily serves customers in the Greater Atlanta, Nashville, and San Francisco Bay areas, with a mission to keep vehicles moving efficiently and sustainably while delivering high-quality customer service.

Method Media Intelligence

Seed Round in 2019
Method Media Intelligence provides advanced digital ad measurement solutions. It ensures ad validity, measures viewability, supports brand safety, and respects user privacy across all transactions.

Spring Labs

Series A in 2019
Spring Labs develops a decentralized network that enables secure sharing and exchange of financial data among participants. It leverages blockchain technology to enhance data control, flexibility, and security within the credit system.

Cruise

Corporate Round in 2019
Cruise develops advanced self-driving vehicles to safely connect people with places, things, and experiences. Its autonomous vehicles navigate complex traffic scenarios, aiming to improve road safety, restore freedom of movement in urban areas, and reduce carbon pollution.

MIT Solve

Grant in 2019
MIT Solve is an accelerator based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, established in 2016 as an initiative of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Its mission is to advance sustainable and equitable solutions to address some of the world's most pressing challenges. Each year, MIT Solve issues Global Challenges to identify promising teams of tech entrepreneurs who can drive significant change. The organization fosters a community of leaders and changemakers, facilitating partnerships that help these solver teams scale their impact. Rooted in MIT's commitment to open technological innovation and actionable thought leadership, MIT Solve aims to harness fresh ideas and collaborative efforts to create a better future for all.

Wejo

Series B in 2019
Wejo Group Ltd specializes in the aggregation and analysis of connected vehicle data, partnering with automotive manufacturers to harness authentic data streams from vehicles equipped with numerous sensors. The company processes billions of data points globally, offering insights that cater to a diverse range of sectors, including public and private organizations, traffic analysts, smart city planners, and automotive suppliers. Utilizing its proprietary cloud software and analytics platform, Wejo Neural Edge, the company transforms high-volume datasets into actionable insights. These insights aim to enhance driver safety, improve urban livability, and optimize the overall driving experience. Wejo's commitment to ethical data usage ensures that its solutions deliver significant customer and economic value, facilitating advancements in mobility and urban planning across North America and Europe.

Keyfactor

Private Equity Round in 2019
Keyfactor specializes in digital identity management solutions, empowering global enterprises to confirm authenticity across their connected devices and applications. Established in 2001, the company is headquartered in Independence, Ohio with international offices.

SES

Series C in 2018
SolidEnergy Systems Corp. develops and manufactures rechargeable lithium metal batteries primarily for applications in drones, wearables, smartphones, and electric vehicles. Founded in 2012 and based in Woburn, Massachusetts, the company focuses on producing high-performance lithium metal batteries and supplying essential materials, such as anodes and electrolytes, to major lithium-ion cell manufacturers. These materials can be integrated into existing manufacturing processes, allowing for scalability without significant infrastructure investments. SolidEnergy's pilot-scale production caters to prototype demonstrations and specialized aerospace markets, while its future growth is aimed at mainstream sectors like consumer electronics and electric vehicles. Additionally, the company is involved in developing AI-powered safety algorithms and recycling solutions, positioning itself as an integrated battery manufacturer with a commitment to innovation and sustainability.

Proterra

Series G in 2018
Proterra Inc. is a manufacturer of zero-emission electric buses, primarily focused on providing sustainable transportation solutions for public and commercial transit. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Burlingame, California, with additional offices in Greenville, South Carolina, and City of Industry, California, Proterra designs its products, including 35-foot and 40-foot electric buses, to meet the diverse needs of urban and regional transit routes. The company's Catalyst platform is noted for its modularity, allowing it to adapt to various operational demands while delivering high energy efficiency. Proterra also offers a broad range of services, including vehicle electrification solutions, fleet planning, charging infrastructure, and comprehensive vehicle maintenance programs. By facilitating the transition away from fossil fuels, Proterra aims to enhance environmental quality and reduce operational costs for fleet operators, contributing to significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions.

NanoSteel

Venture Round in 2018
NanoSteel is an advanced materials company focused on the design and commercialization of patented steels with superior mechanical properties derived from their nano-scale microstructure. It specializes in proprietary alloys intended for automotive lightweight applications, developing multiple generations of ferrous materials innovations, including metallic coatings and additive manufacturing powders. With over 300 patents filed and granted globally, NanoSteel's nanostructured steel designs deliver next-generation performance across various industrial sectors, including oil and gas, mining, cement, concrete, and power. Its advanced high strength steel (AHSS) sheet material is particularly significant, as it aims to transform steel usage in the automotive industry by enabling manufacturers to produce new, lightweight vehicles that comply with stringent fuel economy regulations while avoiding costly production processes.

Wejo

Series A in 2018
Wejo Group Ltd specializes in the aggregation and analysis of connected vehicle data, partnering with automotive manufacturers to harness authentic data streams from vehicles equipped with numerous sensors. The company processes billions of data points globally, offering insights that cater to a diverse range of sectors, including public and private organizations, traffic analysts, smart city planners, and automotive suppliers. Utilizing its proprietary cloud software and analytics platform, Wejo Neural Edge, the company transforms high-volume datasets into actionable insights. These insights aim to enhance driver safety, improve urban livability, and optimize the overall driving experience. Wejo's commitment to ethical data usage ensures that its solutions deliver significant customer and economic value, facilitating advancements in mobility and urban planning across North America and Europe.

Cruise

Corporate Round in 2018
Cruise develops advanced self-driving vehicles to safely connect people with places, things, and experiences. Its autonomous vehicles navigate complex traffic scenarios, aiming to improve road safety, restore freedom of movement in urban areas, and reduce carbon pollution.

Algolux

Series A in 2018
Algolux is a Canadian AI software company specializing in advanced perception solutions for a variety of applications, including automotive advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS), autonomous vehicles, and video security. Founded on innovative research at the intersection of deep learning, computer vision, and computational imaging, the company provides robust and scalable tools that enhance image quality and optimize camera architectures. Algolux utilizes machine learning and deep perception technology to deliver cloud-based video analytics and embedded software, enabling clients to achieve superior results under diverse conditions, such as extreme lighting and adverse weather. The company's focus on safety and efficiency positions it as a leader in the development of solutions for both existing camera systems and new designs.

GeoDigital International

Venture Round in 2018
Founded in 1987, GeoDigital specializes in geospatial intelligence software and services. It uses LiDAR, digital imaging, and other technologies to collect and process data for utilities and other distributed asset customers. The company's key products include GeoDigital Insight, a platform for virtual monitoring of transmission and distribution assets, and Digital Driving Platform, an automotive solution for safer driving and autonomous vehicles.

Seurat Technologies

Series A in 2018
Seurat Technologies, Inc., incorporated in 2015 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, specializes in advanced 3D printing services aimed at revolutionizing industrial manufacturing. The company focuses on high-volume, decarbonized production of metal parts, utilizing its innovative Area Printing technology, which allows for the decoupling of resolution and speed. This scalable process positions Seurat to compete effectively with traditional manufacturing methods. The company's technology, originally developed at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, is supported by a robust portfolio of over 130 granted and pending patents. Seurat provides metal parts for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) through long-term contracts, employing techniques such as direct metal writing and selective laser melting to ensure cost-effective production at scale.

Yoshi

Series A in 2017
Yoshi, Inc. is a company that specializes in on-demand gas delivery and automotive services. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, Yoshi provides fuel delivery directly to parked vehicles, as well as scheduled refueling and concierge services. In addition to fuel, the company offers oil changes and car washes, ensuring that customers can maintain their vehicles without interrupting their daily routines. Yoshi also features an application that allows users to view local gas prices and access additional vehicle care details. The company primarily serves customers in the Greater Atlanta, Nashville, and San Francisco Bay areas, with a mission to keep vehicles moving efficiently and sustainably while delivering high-quality customer service.

SES

Series C in 2017
SolidEnergy Systems Corp. develops and manufactures rechargeable lithium metal batteries primarily for applications in drones, wearables, smartphones, and electric vehicles. Founded in 2012 and based in Woburn, Massachusetts, the company focuses on producing high-performance lithium metal batteries and supplying essential materials, such as anodes and electrolytes, to major lithium-ion cell manufacturers. These materials can be integrated into existing manufacturing processes, allowing for scalability without significant infrastructure investments. SolidEnergy's pilot-scale production caters to prototype demonstrations and specialized aerospace markets, while its future growth is aimed at mainstream sectors like consumer electronics and electric vehicles. Additionally, the company is involved in developing AI-powered safety algorithms and recycling solutions, positioning itself as an integrated battery manufacturer with a commitment to innovation and sustainability.

MapAnything

Series C in 2017
MapAnything, Inc. is a geo-productivity software company that develops solutions designed to enhance productivity and planning for businesses using Salesforce and ServiceNow. Founded in 2006 and based in Charlotte, North Carolina, with additional offices in Atlanta, Sydney, and London, MapAnything offers a suite of applications that include mapping, route planning, and territory management. Its flagship product, MapAnything, provides tools for field productivity, prospecting, and business process automation. The company also offers specialized solutions like MapAnything Live for IoT workflows and vehicle telematics, and MapAnything for ServiceNow, which focuses on IT service and asset management. With a diverse customer base exceeding 1,400 clients across various sectors—including financial services, healthcare, technology, and government—MapAnything is recognized as a Gold Salesforce App Innovation Partner and has received accolades for its innovative location analytics. The company, formerly known as Cloudbilt, Inc., rebranded in 2015 and operates as a subsidiary of Salesforce.

MCity

Venture Round in 2017
MCity is an autonomous vehicle research center located on the University of Michigan campus in Ann Arbor, Michigan. It serves as a unique testing facility that integrates early-stage research, real-world testing, and on-road vehicle deployments. MCty brings together industry, government, and academia to collaborate on advancements in transportation, focusing on enhancing safety, sustainability, and accessibility. The center is home to renowned researchers and provides an innovative urban environment for testing new mobility technologies, aiming to benefit society as a whole.

SES

Venture Round in 2017
SolidEnergy Systems Corp. develops and manufactures rechargeable lithium metal batteries primarily for applications in drones, wearables, smartphones, and electric vehicles. Founded in 2012 and based in Woburn, Massachusetts, the company focuses on producing high-performance lithium metal batteries and supplying essential materials, such as anodes and electrolytes, to major lithium-ion cell manufacturers. These materials can be integrated into existing manufacturing processes, allowing for scalability without significant infrastructure investments. SolidEnergy's pilot-scale production caters to prototype demonstrations and specialized aerospace markets, while its future growth is aimed at mainstream sectors like consumer electronics and electric vehicles. Additionally, the company is involved in developing AI-powered safety algorithms and recycling solutions, positioning itself as an integrated battery manufacturer with a commitment to innovation and sustainability.

Ushr

Series A in 2017
Ushr, Inc. is a company focused on advancing autonomous vehicle navigation through its high-definition mapping technology and software. Established in June 2017 as a spin-off from GeoDigital, Inc., and headquartered in Detroit, Ushr specializes in interpreting and conveying street-level navigation details to enhance the travel experience for autonomous vehicle passengers. The company’s innovative software integrates vehicle sensors with on-road cameras, providing critical real-world information that supports precise steering, safer vehicle control, and improved directional predictability. By prioritizing safety and efficiency, Ushr is positioning itself as a leader in the evolving landscape of autonomous vehicle technology.

Black Girls CODE

Grant in 2017
Black Girls CODE is a non-profit organization dedicated to teaching girls aged 7 to 17 about computer programming and digital technology. Black Girls CODE offers courses in computer programming, electrical engineering, mobile app development, robotics, and other STEM fields. Headquartered in Bayview-Hunters Point, San Francisco, the organization grew to 2,000 students by August 2013 within the 7 established institutions that operate in 7 states across the U.S. as well as in Johannesburg, South Africa.

Tula Technology

Venture Round in 2017
Founded in 2008, Tula Technology specializes in powertrain efficiency solutions. It develops Dynamic Skip Fire (DSF) cylinder deactivation systems, integrating digital signal processing with engine controls to create variable displacement engines. This enables automotive manufacturers to meet fuel efficiency and CO2 emission standards. Primarily serving the U.S., Europe, Asia, and other regions, Tula's technologies are used in over one million vehicles worldwide.

Strobe

Venture Round in 2017
Strobe aims to speed up the adoption of the autonomous vehicle by introducing high performance, cost efficient solutions. The company was founded in September 2014 and is based in Pasadena, California. Strobe advances the adoption of the autonomous vehicles by introducing high performance, cost efficient LiDAR solutions.

Nauto

Series B in 2017
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.

SDC Materials

Venture Round in 2017
SDCmaterials is a privately held company that was founded in 2004 with a vision centered on Revolutionizing Materials Engineering. Their corporate mission is to create novel, high value, nano‐enhanced products that are easily integrated into Their customers’ manufacturing processes. The company’s primary focus is emission control catalyst ingredients for the automobile industry. SDC has developed proprietary catalytic materials fabrication and integration processes that are enabling step‐function improvements in the performance efficiencies of the underlying precious metals that are key to emissions control.

Alphabet Energy

Venture Round in 2017
Alphabet Energy, Inc. is a company that specializes in waste heat recovery technology, transforming waste heat into electricity. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Hayward, California, with an additional office in Houston, Texas, the company offers a range of products, including power generating combustors, thermoelectric devices, and exhaust heat recovery generators designed for various applications. Their innovative thermoelectric approach, developed from research at the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, allows for large-scale production at low cost using sustainable materials. Alphabet Energy's solutions cater to diverse industries such as automotive, oil and gas, manufacturing, and defense, enabling customers to enhance fuel efficiency and generate electrical power from waste heat sources.

Alphabet Energy

Venture Round in 2017
Alphabet Energy, Inc. is a company that specializes in waste heat recovery technology, transforming waste heat into electricity. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Hayward, California, with an additional office in Houston, Texas, the company offers a range of products, including power generating combustors, thermoelectric devices, and exhaust heat recovery generators designed for various applications. Their innovative thermoelectric approach, developed from research at the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, allows for large-scale production at low cost using sustainable materials. Alphabet Energy's solutions cater to diverse industries such as automotive, oil and gas, manufacturing, and defense, enabling customers to enhance fuel efficiency and generate electrical power from waste heat sources.

Girls Who Code

Grant in 2017
Together with leading educators, engineers, and entrepreneurs, Girls Who Code has developed a new model for computer science education, pairing intensive instruction in robotics, web design, and mobile development with high-touch mentorship and exposure led by the industry’s top female engineers and entrepreneurs. In its inaugural program, Girls Who Code empowered young women from New York City’s five boroughs and will launch programs in New York, Detroit, San Francisco, and San Jose in 2013.

Proterra

Series E in 2017
Proterra Inc. is a manufacturer of zero-emission electric buses, primarily focused on providing sustainable transportation solutions for public and commercial transit. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Burlingame, California, with additional offices in Greenville, South Carolina, and City of Industry, California, Proterra designs its products, including 35-foot and 40-foot electric buses, to meet the diverse needs of urban and regional transit routes. The company's Catalyst platform is noted for its modularity, allowing it to adapt to various operational demands while delivering high energy efficiency. Proterra also offers a broad range of services, including vehicle electrification solutions, fleet planning, charging infrastructure, and comprehensive vehicle maintenance programs. By facilitating the transition away from fossil fuels, Proterra aims to enhance environmental quality and reduce operational costs for fleet operators, contributing to significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions.

SDC Materials

Venture Round in 2017
SDCmaterials is a privately held company that was founded in 2004 with a vision centered on Revolutionizing Materials Engineering. Their corporate mission is to create novel, high value, nano‐enhanced products that are easily integrated into Their customers’ manufacturing processes. The company’s primary focus is emission control catalyst ingredients for the automobile industry. SDC has developed proprietary catalytic materials fabrication and integration processes that are enabling step‐function improvements in the performance efficiencies of the underlying precious metals that are key to emissions control.

NanoSteel

Venture Round in 2016
NanoSteel is an advanced materials company focused on the design and commercialization of patented steels with superior mechanical properties derived from their nano-scale microstructure. It specializes in proprietary alloys intended for automotive lightweight applications, developing multiple generations of ferrous materials innovations, including metallic coatings and additive manufacturing powders. With over 300 patents filed and granted globally, NanoSteel's nanostructured steel designs deliver next-generation performance across various industrial sectors, including oil and gas, mining, cement, concrete, and power. Its advanced high strength steel (AHSS) sheet material is particularly significant, as it aims to transform steel usage in the automotive industry by enabling manufacturers to produce new, lightweight vehicles that comply with stringent fuel economy regulations while avoiding costly production processes.

SDC Materials

Venture Round in 2016
SDCmaterials is a privately held company that was founded in 2004 with a vision centered on Revolutionizing Materials Engineering. Their corporate mission is to create novel, high value, nano‐enhanced products that are easily integrated into Their customers’ manufacturing processes. The company’s primary focus is emission control catalyst ingredients for the automobile industry. SDC has developed proprietary catalytic materials fabrication and integration processes that are enabling step‐function improvements in the performance efficiencies of the underlying precious metals that are key to emissions control.

Delta ID

Venture Round in 2016
Delta ID Inc. is a company that specializes in biometric identity and authentication solutions using iris recognition technology. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Newark, California, the company has developed the ActiveIRIS system, which includes both cloud-based solutions and integrated hardware for mobile devices, personal computers, and vehicles. This technology enables the identification and authentication of individuals by scanning their irises, allowing for applications in driver identification, monitoring, and cabin personalization in cars, as well as seamless integration with mass-market computing devices. Delta ID focuses on creating reliable and efficient biometric products that enhance user security and convenience in various settings. The company operates as a subsidiary of Fingerprint Cards AB.

feezu.cn

Venture Round in 2016
Feezu, established in November 2014 and based in Beijing, is a leading car-sharing company recognized as a National High-tech Enterprise. The company specializes in providing a comprehensive package of self-developed hardware and software systems to its partners, facilitating the large-scale commercialization of car rental services. By leveraging mobile internet technology and advanced management systems, Feezu aims to optimize operations for automotive-related agencies, including car leasing companies, government vehicle reform units, car manufacturers, and auto dealerships. Their innovative solutions enhance operational efficiency and help reduce costs for their clients, positioning Feezu as a key player in the car-sharing industry.

Nauto

Series A in 2016
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.

Keyfactor

Series B in 2016
Keyfactor specializes in digital identity management solutions, empowering global enterprises to confirm authenticity across their connected devices and applications. Established in 2001, the company is headquartered in Independence, Ohio with international offices.

SDC Materials

Venture Round in 2016
SDCmaterials is a privately held company that was founded in 2004 with a vision centered on Revolutionizing Materials Engineering. Their corporate mission is to create novel, high value, nano‐enhanced products that are easily integrated into Their customers’ manufacturing processes. The company’s primary focus is emission control catalyst ingredients for the automobile industry. SDC has developed proprietary catalytic materials fabrication and integration processes that are enabling step‐function improvements in the performance efficiencies of the underlying precious metals that are key to emissions control.

Alphabet Energy

Series C in 2016
Alphabet Energy, Inc. is a company that specializes in waste heat recovery technology, transforming waste heat into electricity. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Hayward, California, with an additional office in Houston, Texas, the company offers a range of products, including power generating combustors, thermoelectric devices, and exhaust heat recovery generators designed for various applications. Their innovative thermoelectric approach, developed from research at the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, allows for large-scale production at low cost using sustainable materials. Alphabet Energy's solutions cater to diverse industries such as automotive, oil and gas, manufacturing, and defense, enabling customers to enhance fuel efficiency and generate electrical power from waste heat sources.

Sirrus

Venture Round in 2016
Sirrus, Inc. is a manufacturer specializing in innovative adhesive, sealant, coating, and resin solutions for various manufacturing and assembly industries. Established in 2009 and based in Loveland, Ohio, the company develops advanced monomer platforms, particularly methylene malonates, which serve as key components in a range of applications, including plastics, rubber, films, coatings, inks, and adhesives. Sirrus focuses on enhancing the efficiency and performance of its products through collaborations with customers in diverse sectors such as automotive, electronics, packaging, and hygiene. The company's technologies are designed to optimize manufacturing processes by offering faster cure speeds at ambient temperatures, thereby reducing cycle times, increasing throughput, and lowering energy costs. Formerly known as Bioformix, Inc., the company adopted its current name in 2014 and operates as a subsidiary of Nippon Shokubai Co., Ltd.

Envia Systems

Venture Round in 2016
Envia Systems is a technology company specializing in high-performance, cost-effective energy storage solutions through the development of advanced lithium-ion batteries. The company focuses on creating batteries that deliver superior energy density by utilizing high energy electrodes, making them suitable for a range of applications, including electric vehicles and hybrid electric vehicles. Envia Systems aims to facilitate the widespread adoption of clean energy technologies by providing innovative battery solutions that combine efficiency with compact design.

Nauto

Series A in 2016
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.

SDC Materials

Venture Round in 2016
SDCmaterials is a privately held company that was founded in 2004 with a vision centered on Revolutionizing Materials Engineering. Their corporate mission is to create novel, high value, nano‐enhanced products that are easily integrated into Their customers’ manufacturing processes. The company’s primary focus is emission control catalyst ingredients for the automobile industry. SDC has developed proprietary catalytic materials fabrication and integration processes that are enabling step‐function improvements in the performance efficiencies of the underlying precious metals that are key to emissions control.

Cruise

Acquisition in 2016
Cruise develops advanced self-driving vehicles to safely connect people with places, things, and experiences. Its autonomous vehicles navigate complex traffic scenarios, aiming to improve road safety, restore freedom of movement in urban areas, and reduce carbon pollution.

SES

Venture Round in 2016
SolidEnergy Systems Corp. develops and manufactures rechargeable lithium metal batteries primarily for applications in drones, wearables, smartphones, and electric vehicles. Founded in 2012 and based in Woburn, Massachusetts, the company focuses on producing high-performance lithium metal batteries and supplying essential materials, such as anodes and electrolytes, to major lithium-ion cell manufacturers. These materials can be integrated into existing manufacturing processes, allowing for scalability without significant infrastructure investments. SolidEnergy's pilot-scale production caters to prototype demonstrations and specialized aerospace markets, while its future growth is aimed at mainstream sectors like consumer electronics and electric vehicles. Additionally, the company is involved in developing AI-powered safety algorithms and recycling solutions, positioning itself as an integrated battery manufacturer with a commitment to innovation and sustainability.
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