SAIC Motor

SAIC Motor Corporation Limited, based in Shanghai, China, is a prominent automobile manufacturer engaged in research, development, production, and sales of various vehicle types and components. The company also operates in auto financing. Its venture capital arm, SAIC Capital Company Limited, focuses on direct and fund of funds investments primarily in the automotive sector. This includes new energy vehicles, intelligent connected vehicles, automotive electronics, and other related technologies. SAIC Capital seeks to invest in early-stage and growth capital opportunities, particularly in emerging industries such as energy-saving technology and advanced manufacturing. Founded in 2011, it aims to leverage its investments to support the transformation and growth of SAIC Motor and contribute to innovation within the automotive industry.

Past deals in Automotive

Sonatus

Series A in 2021
Sonatus is a new kind of automotive technology partner for the digital era. We are software-defined vehicle E/E architecture specialists- hyper-focused on empowering automakers to build a competitive advantage with their digital dynamics. Our in-vehicle and cloud platforms seamlessly work together to strengthen current connectivity solutions and transform the vehicle E/E architecture to become software-defined. Our solutions enable dynamic capabilities that are unique in the automotive industry and empower automakers to innovate more quickly and boldly with their vehicles and services.

Naen Auto

Series C in 2017
ShangHai NAEN Automotive Technology Co., Ltd develops, manufactures, and sells automotive electronics products. The company offers start/stop switch buttons, smarter keys, remote keyless entre keys, PEPS passive entry and passive start control units, immobilizer control units, power distribution units, electronic steering control locks, mechatronic ignition locks, antenna sensors, and door handle switches. It also offers after-sale services. The company serves automobile companies in China and internationally. ShangHai NAEN Automotive Technology Co., Ltd was founded in 2006 and is based in Shanghai, China.

YourMechanic

Series B in 2016
YourMechanic is an online marketplace that enables vehicle owners to find local mechanics for home or office car repair services. Its aim is to make car repair and maintenance affordable and convenient.

Aoshuo Tech

Angel Round in 2015
Shanghai Aoshuo Information Technology Co., Ltd. specializes in voice-related applications for automotive industry. The firm was founded in 2012 and is based in Shanghai, China.

MINO

Series C in 2015
Guangzhou Mino Automotive Equipment Co., Ltd. designs and manufactures auto equipment in South China. It offers flexible production solutions for vehicle and parts companies, including framers, servo locators, robot hemming systems, and high-speed conveyors; automatic transportation solutions, including accumulating pallet conveyors, high-speed shuttles, and pick up hoists; and laser application solutions, including laser welding comprehensive applications and laser cutting applications. The company also provides framing, underbody, body side, and closure welding lines; and sub-assembly parts, chassis parts, and seat frame welding lines; and powertrain and new energy manufacturing equipment, including machining line integration, integration of automated assembly line, and transportation and other special-purpose equipment. In addition, it offers electrical automation solutions, including automated integration control applications, on-line vision applications, and information management system applications. Guangzhou Mino Automotive Equipment Co., Ltd. has a strategic cooperation agreement with Siemens. The company was founded in 2008 and is based in Guangzhou, China.

MINO

Angel Round in 2010
Guangzhou Mino Automotive Equipment Co., Ltd. designs and manufactures auto equipment in South China. It offers flexible production solutions for vehicle and parts companies, including framers, servo locators, robot hemming systems, and high-speed conveyors; automatic transportation solutions, including accumulating pallet conveyors, high-speed shuttles, and pick up hoists; and laser application solutions, including laser welding comprehensive applications and laser cutting applications. The company also provides framing, underbody, body side, and closure welding lines; and sub-assembly parts, chassis parts, and seat frame welding lines; and powertrain and new energy manufacturing equipment, including machining line integration, integration of automated assembly line, and transportation and other special-purpose equipment. In addition, it offers electrical automation solutions, including automated integration control applications, on-line vision applications, and information management system applications. Guangzhou Mino Automotive Equipment Co., Ltd. has a strategic cooperation agreement with Siemens. The company was founded in 2008 and is based in Guangzhou, China.