Maniv Mobility

Maniv Mobility is a private equity firm based in Tel Aviv, founded in 1997, that focuses on early-stage investments in technology-related companies, particularly in the automotive and autonomous vehicle sectors. The firm aims to accelerate advancements in transportation technology by addressing issues such as safety, traffic congestion, and environmental impact caused by traditional vehicular systems. Maniv Mobility collaborates with startups, entrepreneurs, and investors to navigate challenges in the mobility landscape, believing that the next two decades will bring significant changes in how people and goods are transported. The firm operates with a vision to create a safer, more efficient, and cleaner urban environment through innovative mobility solutions.

Michael Granoff

Founder & Managing Partner

Nate Jaret

General Partner

Jonah Levitt

Analyst

Olaf Sakkers

General Partner

66 past transactions

Kolors

Series A in 2022
Kolors is a technological platform that focuses on providing intelligent intercity mobility of bus transportation in the region.

Solo AVT

Seed Round in 2022
Solo AVT engages in revolutionizing the heavy truck industry.

2trde

Seed Round in 2022
2trde accelerates B2B used car trading!

Revel

Series B in 2022
Revel Transit Inc. provides a shared electric vehicle service, specializing in electric two-wheeler rentals, primarily electric mopeds. Users can conveniently locate, reserve, and unlock these mopeds via a mobile application. The service prioritizes safety, with a speed limit of 30 mph and allows for parking in any legal street space. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Brooklyn, New York, Revel operates in several major cities, including New York City, Washington, Austin, Miami, and Oakland.

Mundimoto

Venture Round in 2022
Mundimoto is an online motorcycle trading platform that aims to change how individuals buy motorbikes. The company offers a comprehensive range of services, including online listings of reconditioned vehicles, installment payment options, and home delivery. Additionally, Mundimoto provides motorcycle revision services, consumer financing, and insurance, as well as the opportunity for customers to trade in their old motorcycles. This approach enables users to easily browse, finance, and purchase a diverse selection of motorbikes using their mobile devices, enhancing the overall buying experience.

Seurat Technologies

Series B in 2022
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.

Phantom Auto

Series B in 2022
Phantom Auto Inc. develops a software for the remote-operation of autonomous vehicles. It offers a software, which allows remote drivers to operate passenger vehicles, yard trucks, forklifts, and delivery robots in construction zones, bad weather, and roadside emergencies through Phantom's remote centers. The company was incorporated in 2016 and is headquartered in Mountain View, California. It has an additional office in Tel Aviv, Israel.

Zoomo

Series B in 2021
Zoomo, also known as Bolt Bikes Pty Ltd, is an electric bike provider that specializes in subscription rental services. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Alexandria, New South Wales, Australia, the company manufactures and retails electric bikes primarily through its website. Zoomo caters to both individual consumers and the delivery service sector, focusing on utility bikes designed for various delivery needs, including parcels, mail, and groceries. In addition to its bike rental offerings, the company provides aftermarket services to support its products. Through ongoing development, Zoomo aims to expand its range of bike models to better serve individual consumers and enhance its presence in the delivery market.

Autofleet

Series B in 2021
Autofleet has created the first, truly sustainable, Vehicle as a Service layer, providing an elastic supply of vehicles serving any source of demand. Autofleet has partners with rental companies, car sharing platforms, public transportation operators, OEMs, utility companies, and more to plan and analyze future deployments, optimize existing operations, and launch new on-demand mobility business models. The platform uses advanced machine learning algorithms for demand prediction, dynamic pricing, automated in/de fleeting and optimizing demand-supply matching in real time.

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.

Clair Labs

Seed Round in 2021
Clair Labs Ltd, founded in 2017 and based in Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel, specializes in designing and manufacturing a bedside monitoring system that tracks various physiological markers, including heart rate, respiration, airflow, body temperature, and SpO2. The company develops a cloud-based analytics and data mining solution that enables medical professionals to monitor patients in real-time, both remotely and in care facilities. Clair Labs aims to enhance sleep healthcare accessibility by leveraging a unique contact-free sensing solution that captures a wide array of physiological and behavioral markers. Utilizing an AI engine, the company analyzes critical health-related parameters during sleep, offering insights into sleep architecture, quality, and habits to help individuals achieve better health outcomes.

Zoomo

Series B in 2021
Zoomo, also known as Bolt Bikes Pty Ltd, is an electric bike provider that specializes in subscription rental services. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Alexandria, New South Wales, Australia, the company manufactures and retails electric bikes primarily through its website. Zoomo caters to both individual consumers and the delivery service sector, focusing on utility bikes designed for various delivery needs, including parcels, mail, and groceries. In addition to its bike rental offerings, the company provides aftermarket services to support its products. Through ongoing development, Zoomo aims to expand its range of bike models to better serve individual consumers and enhance its presence in the delivery market.

River

Seed Round in 2021
River is an electric vehicle startup backed by marquee international investors in the mobility space. River is building high-quality mobility solutions designed to better the livelihoods of people around the world. The first product is an electric two-wheeler designed and built in India for the world.

FENIX

Seed Round in 2020
Fenix Technologies Limited is a company focused on developing a technology-driven platform for micro-mobility services, specifically offering shared electric scooters. Founded in 2020 and based in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, the company provides a user-friendly application that allows customers to easily locate and rent scooters in their vicinity. The process involves downloading the app, finding an available scooter, scanning a QR code on the handlebar to unlock it, and enjoying the ride. Fenix's platform incorporates Internet of Things technology to create a comprehensive network of scooters, which aims to address last-mile connectivity and alleviate traffic congestion. Additionally, the company offers individual hand sanitizer dispensers and trackers to enhance user experience and safety.

Bipi

Series B in 2020
Bipi Mobility, S.L. is a car subscription service based in Madrid, Spain, founded in 2017. The company offers a flexible alternative to traditional car ownership by allowing users to subscribe to new and used cars through a fully digital platform. Customers can book vehicles, manage subscriptions, swap cars, and cancel their service at any time, all with a single, all-inclusive monthly payment. Bipi's service aims to provide a convenient and hassle-free experience, making it easier for individuals to access vehicles without the commitment of ownership.

Blissway

Seed Round in 2020
Blissway Inc. is a Tolling-as-a-Service company based in Redondo Beach, California, founded in 2018. The company focuses on traffic management solutions, offering a comprehensive suite that includes tolling hardware, customer billing, and payment systems. Blissway is developing innovative tolling technology designed to alleviate traffic congestion, a significant issue that costs Americans $300 billion annually. This new technology aims to enable cities to maintain free-flow conditions on highways around the clock, while also facilitating the monetization of road assets.

Zoomo

Series A in 2020
Zoomo, also known as Bolt Bikes Pty Ltd, is an electric bike provider that specializes in subscription rental services. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Alexandria, New South Wales, Australia, the company manufactures and retails electric bikes primarily through its website. Zoomo caters to both individual consumers and the delivery service sector, focusing on utility bikes designed for various delivery needs, including parcels, mail, and groceries. In addition to its bike rental offerings, the company provides aftermarket services to support its products. Through ongoing development, Zoomo aims to expand its range of bike models to better serve individual consumers and enhance its presence in the delivery market.

Blissway

Seed Round in 2020
Blissway Inc. is a Tolling-as-a-Service company based in Redondo Beach, California, founded in 2018. The company focuses on traffic management solutions, offering a comprehensive suite that includes tolling hardware, customer billing, and payment systems. Blissway is developing innovative tolling technology designed to alleviate traffic congestion, a significant issue that costs Americans $300 billion annually. This new technology aims to enable cities to maintain free-flow conditions on highways around the clock, while also facilitating the monetization of road assets.

2trde

Seed Round in 2020
2trde accelerates B2B used car trading!

Autofleet

Series A in 2020
Autofleet has created the first, truly sustainable, Vehicle as a Service layer, providing an elastic supply of vehicles serving any source of demand. Autofleet has partners with rental companies, car sharing platforms, public transportation operators, OEMs, utility companies, and more to plan and analyze future deployments, optimize existing operations, and launch new on-demand mobility business models. The platform uses advanced machine learning algorithms for demand prediction, dynamic pricing, automated in/de fleeting and optimizing demand-supply matching in real time.

Hailo

Series B in 2020
Hailo Ai, based in Tel Aviv, Israel, specializes in developing deep learning processors for edge devices. Founded in 2017, the company offers products such as the Hailo-8 microprocessor and Hailo SDK, which empower devices to perform complex computations locally rather than relying on remote data centers. This innovation facilitates real-time processing while minimizing power consumption, size, and costs. Hailo's technology serves a variety of markets, including vehicles, drones, and smart home appliances, enabling these devices to handle deep learning applications efficiently. With a focus on advancing artificial intelligence capabilities at the edge, Hailo aims to transform how intelligent devices operate, leveraging a novel approach to computer architecture that enhances the performance of deep neural networks.

Gas Pos

Seed Round in 2020
Gas Pos, Inc. specializes in providing point of sale (POS) systems specifically designed for gas stations, truck stops, and convenience stores across the United States. Established in 2015 and headquartered in North Little Rock, Arkansas, the company offers a comprehensive range of products, including POS terminals, fuel controllers, cash drawers, scanners, customer displays, and pin pads. Notably, Gas Pos provides its services at no cost, including the provision of the POS terminal and related equipment, as well as free installation and customer support. This approach allows operators in the fuel retail sector to access essential technology without upfront investment, facilitating smoother operations and enhanced customer service.

Zoomo

Seed Round in 2019
Zoomo, also known as Bolt Bikes Pty Ltd, is an electric bike provider that specializes in subscription rental services. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Alexandria, New South Wales, Australia, the company manufactures and retails electric bikes primarily through its website. Zoomo caters to both individual consumers and the delivery service sector, focusing on utility bikes designed for various delivery needs, including parcels, mail, and groceries. In addition to its bike rental offerings, the company provides aftermarket services to support its products. Through ongoing development, Zoomo aims to expand its range of bike models to better serve individual consumers and enhance its presence in the delivery market.

Upstream Security

Series B in 2019
Upstream is the first cloud-based centralized cybersecurity and analytics platform that protects the technologies and applications of connected and autonomous vehicles fleet. The platform leverages big data and machine learning to provide OEMs and vehicle fleets with unprecedented, comprehensive, and non-intrusive defense. With application security, real-time data protection and anomaly detection, attacks are identified and blocked before they reach and harm the vehicle's network. Upstream Security helps corporations mitigate connectivity risks and ensure the safety and security of smart mobility solutions protecting connected and autonomous vehicles. It also secures drivers, vehicles, and mobility services from misuse and cyber-attacks. Upstream C4 is a data-driven cloud-based platform that integrates with automotive data streams of vehicles and promises to detect incidents as they happen in real-time and allocating a rating based on perceived impact and severity The company was received the 15th Annual 2019 Info Security PG’s Global Excellence Awards in Automotive Security (IoT) and Cybersecurity Excellence Awards 2019 - Gold Winner (Automotive Cybersecurity Category). Upstream Security was founded in February 2017 and is based in Herzliya, Tel Aviv, Israel.

Revel

Series A in 2019
Revel Transit Inc. provides a shared electric vehicle service, specializing in electric two-wheeler rentals, primarily electric mopeds. Users can conveniently locate, reserve, and unlock these mopeds via a mobile application. The service prioritizes safety, with a speed limit of 30 mph and allows for parking in any legal street space. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Brooklyn, New York, Revel operates in several major cities, including New York City, Washington, Austin, Miami, and Oakland.

Bipi

Series A in 2019
Bipi Mobility, S.L. is a car subscription service based in Madrid, Spain, founded in 2017. The company offers a flexible alternative to traditional car ownership by allowing users to subscribe to new and used cars through a fully digital platform. Customers can book vehicles, manage subscriptions, swap cars, and cancel their service at any time, all with a single, all-inclusive monthly payment. Bipi's service aims to provide a convenient and hassle-free experience, making it easier for individuals to access vehicles without the commitment of ownership.

Brodmann17

Series A in 2019
Brodmann17 Ltd develops an architecture code for pedestrian detection, face detection, and other tasks. The company’s product runs on small devices as well. Brodmann17 Ltd was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in Hod Hasharon, Israel.

C2A Security

Series A in 2019
C2A Security Ltd. is a cybersecurity company based in Jerusalem, Israel, specializing in solutions for the automotive and trucking industries. Founded in 2016, C2A develops a comprehensive suite of cybersecurity products designed to provide end-to-end protection for vehicles. Its offerings include the stamper, SecMon, the protector, and DoIP Client, which collectively address various layers and attack surfaces within vehicles. The company's innovative approach incorporates artificial intelligence and machine learning, enabling original equipment manufacturers to detect and mitigate cyber threats ranging from autonomous system hacks to chip-level vulnerabilities. C2A's solutions are tailored to meet the specific needs of automotive manufacturers, focusing on cost-efficiency, rapid market deployment, and seamless integration into existing systems.

Hailo

Series A in 2019
Hailo Ai, based in Tel Aviv, Israel, specializes in developing deep learning processors for edge devices. Founded in 2017, the company offers products such as the Hailo-8 microprocessor and Hailo SDK, which empower devices to perform complex computations locally rather than relying on remote data centers. This innovation facilitates real-time processing while minimizing power consumption, size, and costs. Hailo's technology serves a variety of markets, including vehicles, drones, and smart home appliances, enabling these devices to handle deep learning applications efficiently. With a focus on advancing artificial intelligence capabilities at the edge, Hailo aims to transform how intelligent devices operate, leveraging a novel approach to computer architecture that enhances the performance of deep neural networks.

Cognata

Series B in 2018
Cognata is a developer of a virtual reality-based driving validation platform aimed at transforming the autonomous vehicle industry. Founded in 2016 by Danny Atsmon, a specialist in deep learning, the company is headquartered in Rehovot, Israel. Cognata's platform employs patented computer vision and deep learning algorithms to create detailed city simulations, allowing autonomous vehicle manufacturers to conduct extensive testing in various scenarios. This technology enables the simulation of different geographic locations, driver behaviors, and road conditions, significantly reducing the time required for validation. By providing a comprehensive environment for testing AI and sensor systems, Cognata accelerates the development and validation processes necessary for achieving safe autonomous driving. The company leverages top talent in computer science and physics to drive innovation in the field.

Revel

Seed Round in 2018
Revel Transit Inc. provides a shared electric vehicle service, specializing in electric two-wheeler rentals, primarily electric mopeds. Users can conveniently locate, reserve, and unlock these mopeds via a mobile application. The service prioritizes safety, with a speed limit of 30 mph and allows for parking in any legal street space. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Brooklyn, New York, Revel operates in several major cities, including New York City, Washington, Austin, Miami, and Oakland.

Brodmann17

Convertible Note in 2018
Brodmann17 Ltd develops an architecture code for pedestrian detection, face detection, and other tasks. The company’s product runs on small devices as well. Brodmann17 Ltd was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in Hod Hasharon, Israel.

Arbe

Series A in 2018
Arbe is building the future car’s eyes and brain using a High-Resolution Radar enabling cars to “see” the environment in any weather and any lighting condition, to long, mid and short ranges as well as in any azimuth, elevation and Doppler. Our radar detects cars, motorcycles, bikes, and most importantly humans. Arbe’s radar, based on our proprietary chipsets, is a next generation of safety products for ADAS and autonomous driving, offering superior performance at a low cost, size and power consumption.

Hailo

Series A in 2018
Hailo Ai, based in Tel Aviv, Israel, specializes in developing deep learning processors for edge devices. Founded in 2017, the company offers products such as the Hailo-8 microprocessor and Hailo SDK, which empower devices to perform complex computations locally rather than relying on remote data centers. This innovation facilitates real-time processing while minimizing power consumption, size, and costs. Hailo's technology serves a variety of markets, including vehicles, drones, and smart home appliances, enabling these devices to handle deep learning applications efficiently. With a focus on advancing artificial intelligence capabilities at the edge, Hailo aims to transform how intelligent devices operate, leveraging a novel approach to computer architecture that enhances the performance of deep neural networks.

Autofleet

Seed Round in 2018
Autofleet has created the first, truly sustainable, Vehicle as a Service layer, providing an elastic supply of vehicles serving any source of demand. Autofleet has partners with rental companies, car sharing platforms, public transportation operators, OEMs, utility companies, and more to plan and analyze future deployments, optimize existing operations, and launch new on-demand mobility business models. The platform uses advanced machine learning algorithms for demand prediction, dynamic pricing, automated in/de fleeting and optimizing demand-supply matching in real time.

Clair Labs

Seed Round in 2018
Clair Labs Ltd, founded in 2017 and based in Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel, specializes in designing and manufacturing a bedside monitoring system that tracks various physiological markers, including heart rate, respiration, airflow, body temperature, and SpO2. The company develops a cloud-based analytics and data mining solution that enables medical professionals to monitor patients in real-time, both remotely and in care facilities. Clair Labs aims to enhance sleep healthcare accessibility by leveraging a unique contact-free sensing solution that captures a wide array of physiological and behavioral markers. Utilizing an AI engine, the company analyzes critical health-related parameters during sleep, offering insights into sleep architecture, quality, and habits to help individuals achieve better health outcomes.

Owlcam

Series A in 2018
Owl Cameras Inc. develops and manufactures security camera for cars. The company's product enables car owners to capture different actions including car crashes, stops, break-in the vehicle, and any other thing in and around the vehicle. It offers software capabilities as well as the hardware for its product. The company provides constant connectivity, 24-hour video storage, and video alerts to user's phone features. The company was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in Palo Alto, California.

Seurat Technologies

Series A in 2018
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.

Upstream Security

Series A in 2017
Upstream is the first cloud-based centralized cybersecurity and analytics platform that protects the technologies and applications of connected and autonomous vehicles fleet. The platform leverages big data and machine learning to provide OEMs and vehicle fleets with unprecedented, comprehensive, and non-intrusive defense. With application security, real-time data protection and anomaly detection, attacks are identified and blocked before they reach and harm the vehicle's network. Upstream Security helps corporations mitigate connectivity risks and ensure the safety and security of smart mobility solutions protecting connected and autonomous vehicles. It also secures drivers, vehicles, and mobility services from misuse and cyber-attacks. Upstream C4 is a data-driven cloud-based platform that integrates with automotive data streams of vehicles and promises to detect incidents as they happen in real-time and allocating a rating based on perceived impact and severity The company was received the 15th Annual 2019 Info Security PG’s Global Excellence Awards in Automotive Security (IoT) and Cybersecurity Excellence Awards 2019 - Gold Winner (Automotive Cybersecurity Category). Upstream Security was founded in February 2017 and is based in Herzliya, Tel Aviv, Israel.

Phantom Auto

Seed Round in 2017
Phantom Auto Inc. develops a software for the remote-operation of autonomous vehicles. It offers a software, which allows remote drivers to operate passenger vehicles, yard trucks, forklifts, and delivery robots in construction zones, bad weather, and roadside emergencies through Phantom's remote centers. The company was incorporated in 2016 and is headquartered in Mountain View, California. It has an additional office in Tel Aviv, Israel.
Guardian Optical Technologies Ltd provides four dimensional in-car sensor solutions and applications for private autonomous vehicles and fleets. It offers a sensor technology encompassing 2D, 3D, and motion analysis in a single sensor to enable automobile manufacturers to produce passenger aware cars. The company was founded in 2015 and is based in Tel Aviv, Israel.

Aurora Labs

Seed Round in 2017
Aurora Labs Ltd is a technology company that specializes in developing software solutions for the automotive industry, utilizing machine learning, artificial intelligence, and blockchain technology. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Tel Aviv, Israel, with additional offices in Munich, Skopje, Boston, and Detroit, the company focuses on creating a self-healing platform for connected vehicle software. Aurora Labs has innovated remote software management, diagnostics, and over-the-air (OTA) updates, enhancing user experience while reducing costs related to software quality, safety, and security. Their proprietary Line-Of-Code Behavior™ technology employs machine learning algorithms to analyze software functionality and risks, allowing for pre-error detection and on-the-go fixes. This approach enables reliable OTA updates without user downtime and facilitates software change validation for regulatory compliance. With numerous patents and a global customer base, Aurora Labs continues to lead in the evolving mobility landscape.

Arbe

Series A in 2017
Arbe is building the future car’s eyes and brain using a High-Resolution Radar enabling cars to “see” the environment in any weather and any lighting condition, to long, mid and short ranges as well as in any azimuth, elevation and Doppler. Our radar detects cars, motorcycles, bikes, and most importantly humans. Arbe’s radar, based on our proprietary chipsets, is a next generation of safety products for ADAS and autonomous driving, offering superior performance at a low cost, size and power consumption.

Arbe

Series A in 2017
Arbe is building the future car’s eyes and brain using a High-Resolution Radar enabling cars to “see” the environment in any weather and any lighting condition, to long, mid and short ranges as well as in any azimuth, elevation and Doppler. Our radar detects cars, motorcycles, bikes, and most importantly humans. Arbe’s radar, based on our proprietary chipsets, is a next generation of safety products for ADAS and autonomous driving, offering superior performance at a low cost, size and power consumption.

Oryx Vision

Series B in 2017
Oryx Vision develops solid state depth vision solutions for autonomous vehicles. Based on a radically innovative depth-sensing technology, it is the first and the only answer to the range and resolution vision requirements of fully autonomous driving.

Intuition Robotics

Series A in 2017
Intuition Robotics Ltd. is a company based in Ramat Gan, Israel, founded in 2015. It specializes in designing and developing artificial intelligence-based social companion technologies aimed at enhancing the quality of life for older adults. The company's innovations focus on creating robots that facilitate connections with family and friends, making technology both accessible and user-friendly. By utilizing proprietary algorithms, Intuition Robotics' digital companions proactively engage users, addressing issues such as loneliness, social isolation, and health challenges. These solutions aim to promote an active lifestyle and help older adults maintain their independence while living at home.

Upstream Security

Seed Round in 2017
Upstream is the first cloud-based centralized cybersecurity and analytics platform that protects the technologies and applications of connected and autonomous vehicles fleet. The platform leverages big data and machine learning to provide OEMs and vehicle fleets with unprecedented, comprehensive, and non-intrusive defense. With application security, real-time data protection and anomaly detection, attacks are identified and blocked before they reach and harm the vehicle's network. Upstream Security helps corporations mitigate connectivity risks and ensure the safety and security of smart mobility solutions protecting connected and autonomous vehicles. It also secures drivers, vehicles, and mobility services from misuse and cyber-attacks. Upstream C4 is a data-driven cloud-based platform that integrates with automotive data streams of vehicles and promises to detect incidents as they happen in real-time and allocating a rating based on perceived impact and severity The company was received the 15th Annual 2019 Info Security PG’s Global Excellence Awards in Automotive Security (IoT) and Cybersecurity Excellence Awards 2019 - Gold Winner (Automotive Cybersecurity Category). Upstream Security was founded in February 2017 and is based in Herzliya, Tel Aviv, Israel.

Cognata

Series A in 2017
Cognata is a developer of a virtual reality-based driving validation platform aimed at transforming the autonomous vehicle industry. Founded in 2016 by Danny Atsmon, a specialist in deep learning, the company is headquartered in Rehovot, Israel. Cognata's platform employs patented computer vision and deep learning algorithms to create detailed city simulations, allowing autonomous vehicle manufacturers to conduct extensive testing in various scenarios. This technology enables the simulation of different geographic locations, driver behaviors, and road conditions, significantly reducing the time required for validation. By providing a comprehensive environment for testing AI and sensor systems, Cognata accelerates the development and validation processes necessary for achieving safe autonomous driving. The company leverages top talent in computer science and physics to drive innovation in the field.

Otonomo

Series B in 2017
Otonomo Technologies Ltd. is a provider of vehicle data, operating a cloud marketplace that connects car manufacturers, drivers, and service providers within a connected ecosystem. Founded in 2015 and based in Herzliya, Israel, with additional offices in the United States and Germany, Otonomo's platform securely ingests over 2.6 billion data points daily from more than 20 million connected vehicles globally. The platform enhances this data, enabling the development of new services that cater to drivers' needs, including emergency services, predictive maintenance, and smart city applications. Otonomo prioritizes privacy, ensuring compliance with regulations such as GDPR and CCPA while offering insights into driver behavior, vehicle health, and traffic trends. With a strong research and development presence, Otonomo collaborates with multiple industries to leverage car data for innovative solutions.

RightHand Robotics

Series A in 2017
RightHand Robotics, Inc. specializes in manufacturing robotic order-picking systems designed for various industrial applications, including e-commerce, food handling, and flexible manufacturing. The company offers innovative products such as the ReFlex SF, which features a 3D-printed palm equipped with servos and compliant fingers, and the ReFlex TakkTile, a tactile sensor that enhances the robots' ability to grasp items gently and make adjustments to avoid errors. Their technology allows robots to automatically grasp a wide range of items from bins and cases, eliminating the need for extensive data-entry or parameter-tuning, thereby making the systems cost-effective and adaptable to the evolving needs of businesses. Founded in 2015, RightHand Robotics is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, with a sales and business development office located in Frankfurt, Germany.

Guardian Optical Technologies

Venture Round in 2016
Guardian Optical Technologies Ltd provides four dimensional in-car sensor solutions and applications for private autonomous vehicles and fleets. It offers a sensor technology encompassing 2D, 3D, and motion analysis in a single sensor to enable automobile manufacturers to produce passenger aware cars. The company was founded in 2015 and is based in Tel Aviv, Israel.

Cognata

Venture Round in 2016
Cognata is a developer of a virtual reality-based driving validation platform aimed at transforming the autonomous vehicle industry. Founded in 2016 by Danny Atsmon, a specialist in deep learning, the company is headquartered in Rehovot, Israel. Cognata's platform employs patented computer vision and deep learning algorithms to create detailed city simulations, allowing autonomous vehicle manufacturers to conduct extensive testing in various scenarios. This technology enables the simulation of different geographic locations, driver behaviors, and road conditions, significantly reducing the time required for validation. By providing a comprehensive environment for testing AI and sensor systems, Cognata accelerates the development and validation processes necessary for achieving safe autonomous driving. The company leverages top talent in computer science and physics to drive innovation in the field.

Otonomo

Series A in 2016
Otonomo Technologies Ltd. is a provider of vehicle data, operating a cloud marketplace that connects car manufacturers, drivers, and service providers within a connected ecosystem. Founded in 2015 and based in Herzliya, Israel, with additional offices in the United States and Germany, Otonomo's platform securely ingests over 2.6 billion data points daily from more than 20 million connected vehicles globally. The platform enhances this data, enabling the development of new services that cater to drivers' needs, including emergency services, predictive maintenance, and smart city applications. Otonomo prioritizes privacy, ensuring compliance with regulations such as GDPR and CCPA while offering insights into driver behavior, vehicle health, and traffic trends. With a strong research and development presence, Otonomo collaborates with multiple industries to leverage car data for innovative solutions.

Oryx Vision

Series A in 2016
Oryx Vision develops solid state depth vision solutions for autonomous vehicles. Based on a radically innovative depth-sensing technology, it is the first and the only answer to the range and resolution vision requirements of fully autonomous driving.

Seurat Technologies

Seed Round in 2016
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.

Ridecell

Series A in 2016
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.

Drive.ai

Series A in 2016
Drive.ai is a Silicon Valley startup founded by former lab mates out of Stanford University’s Artificial Intelligence Lab. They are creating AI software for autonomous vehicles using deep learning, which they believe is the key to the future of transportation. They founded Drive.ai because they believe that this technology has the potential to save lives and transform industries, and they think this is the right team to do it.

Intuition Robotics

Seed Round in 2016
Intuition Robotics Ltd. is a company based in Ramat Gan, Israel, founded in 2015. It specializes in designing and developing artificial intelligence-based social companion technologies aimed at enhancing the quality of life for older adults. The company's innovations focus on creating robots that facilitate connections with family and friends, making technology both accessible and user-friendly. By utilizing proprietary algorithms, Intuition Robotics' digital companions proactively engage users, addressing issues such as loneliness, social isolation, and health challenges. These solutions aim to promote an active lifestyle and help older adults maintain their independence while living at home.

Otonomo

Series A in 2015
Otonomo Technologies Ltd. is a provider of vehicle data, operating a cloud marketplace that connects car manufacturers, drivers, and service providers within a connected ecosystem. Founded in 2015 and based in Herzliya, Israel, with additional offices in the United States and Germany, Otonomo's platform securely ingests over 2.6 billion data points daily from more than 20 million connected vehicles globally. The platform enhances this data, enabling the development of new services that cater to drivers' needs, including emergency services, predictive maintenance, and smart city applications. Otonomo prioritizes privacy, ensuring compliance with regulations such as GDPR and CCPA while offering insights into driver behavior, vehicle health, and traffic trends. With a strong research and development presence, Otonomo collaborates with multiple industries to leverage car data for innovative solutions.

RightHand Robotics

Venture Round in 2015
RightHand Robotics, Inc. specializes in manufacturing robotic order-picking systems designed for various industrial applications, including e-commerce, food handling, and flexible manufacturing. The company offers innovative products such as the ReFlex SF, which features a 3D-printed palm equipped with servos and compliant fingers, and the ReFlex TakkTile, a tactile sensor that enhances the robots' ability to grasp items gently and make adjustments to avoid errors. Their technology allows robots to automatically grasp a wide range of items from bins and cases, eliminating the need for extensive data-entry or parameter-tuning, thereby making the systems cost-effective and adaptable to the evolving needs of businesses. Founded in 2015, RightHand Robotics is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, with a sales and business development office located in Frankfurt, Germany.

Nexar

Series A in 2015
Nexar Ltd. develops Dashcam, a mobile application which helps in predicting road accidents. The company's mobile application offers insights and alerts about surrounding cars and enables users to provide feedback and alerts to other drivers on the road. Its application records the road while driving; detects a hard break or an accident; records past, present, and future of an incident; and automatically creates an incident and uploads it to the cloud. Nexar Ltd. was founded in 2015 and is based in Tel Aviv Yafo, Israel

Autotalks

Venture Round in 2015
Autotalks, Ltd. is a fabless semiconductor company founded in 2008 and headquartered in Kfar Netter, Israel, with additional offices in North America, Europe, and Asia. The company specializes in vehicle-to-vehicle (V2V) and vehicle-to-infrastructure (V2I) communication technologies, providing automotive-grade chipsets designed for vehicle safety and mobility applications. Its product offerings include the CRATON integrated vehicular communication processor, the PLUTON V2X RF transceiver, and the PANGAEA4 V2X communication module, which support a range of functionalities such as security verification, trustable signing, and mobility solutions. Autotalks serves original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers globally, leveraging its expertise in semiconductor technology, communications, signal processing, and security to deliver high-performance, reliable V2X solutions. The company is backed by prominent venture capital funds from Israel, Japan, and the United States.

Turo

Series A in 2011
Turo Inc. operates an online car rental marketplace that connects local car owners with travelers looking to rent vehicles. Founded in 2009 and based in San Francisco, Turo allows car owners to list their cars for rental, offering a diverse selection of vehicles for travelers. Users can easily calculate potential earnings from renting their cars and enjoy access to unique vehicles at prices up to 40% lower than traditional car rental services. Since its national launch in 2012, Turo has cultivated a community of over 2 million users in the U.S. and Canada, allowing car owners to earn extra income while providing travelers with convenient rental options for local pickup, city delivery, and airport delivery. This platform not only facilitates car sharing but also enhances the overall travel experience by making a wide range of vehicles accessible in various locations.

NanoSteel

Venture Round in 2011
NanoSteel is an advanced materials company that specializes in the design and commercialization of innovative steel products with exceptional mechanical properties. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Providence, Rhode Island, with additional offices in Michigan and Idaho, NanoSteel primarily focuses on developing proprietary alloys for lightweight automotive applications. The company's offerings include nanostructured steel sheets and powders designed for 3D printing and industrial processes, which enable automotive manufacturers to produce lighter vehicles more efficiently and cost-effectively. NanoSteel's products cater to various sectors, including automotive, ground transportation, tooling, and industrial markets, and are supported by over 300 patents globally. The company's advanced high strength steel (AHSS) materials are set to transform steel usage in the automotive industry, providing solutions that align with the growing demands for fuel economy and sustainability.

Turo

Series A in 2011
Turo Inc. operates an online car rental marketplace that connects local car owners with travelers looking to rent vehicles. Founded in 2009 and based in San Francisco, Turo allows car owners to list their cars for rental, offering a diverse selection of vehicles for travelers. Users can easily calculate potential earnings from renting their cars and enjoy access to unique vehicles at prices up to 40% lower than traditional car rental services. Since its national launch in 2012, Turo has cultivated a community of over 2 million users in the U.S. and Canada, allowing car owners to earn extra income while providing travelers with convenient rental options for local pickup, city delivery, and airport delivery. This platform not only facilitates car sharing but also enhances the overall travel experience by making a wide range of vehicles accessible in various locations.