The Goldman Sachs Group
The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc., established in 1869, is a global leader in investment banking, securities, and investment management. It operates in four primary segments: Investment Banking, Institutional Client Services, Investing & Lending, and Investment Management. The company provides a wide range of services, including financial advisory services for mergers and acquisitions, underwriting services for various securities, client execution services for fixed income, currencies, commodities, and equities, securities services, and wealth advisory services. It serves a diverse client base comprising corporations, financial institutions, governments, and high-net-worth individuals. Additionally, Goldman Sachs invests in a broad array of asset classes, including debt securities, equity securities, real estate, and private equity, demonstrating its commitment to driving growth and innovation across industries.
Top Stages
Christian Von Schimmelmann
Managing Director, Global Co-Head Petershill Group, Co-Chairman GP Strategies Investment Committee
Past deals in Automotive
Kavak
Debt Financing in 2025
Founded in 2016, Kavak is a Mexican online platform specializing in the e-commerce of used cars. It aims to formalize the pre-owned car industry by offering real-time market data and a wide catalog of certified vehicles at fair prices. The platform provides services such as home delivery, financing options, and guarantees, enabling users to buy and sell vehicles hassle-free.
CarTrade
Post in 2024
CarTrade is India's leading online automotive marketplace for buying and selling new and used vehicles. It facilitates car auctions across over 80 cities with participation from more than 1200 dealers, enabling buyers and sellers to find suitable options at affordable prices.
Kavak
Debt Financing in 2022
Founded in 2016, Kavak is a Mexican online platform specializing in the e-commerce of used cars. It aims to formalize the pre-owned car industry by offering real-time market data and a wide catalog of certified vehicles at fair prices. The platform provides services such as home delivery, financing options, and guarantees, enabling users to buy and sell vehicles hassle-free.
Rimac Group
Series D in 2022
Rimac Group, based in Sveta Nedelja, Croatia, specializes in the design, development, and manufacturing of electric vehicles and advanced automotive components. The company produces high-performance electric hypercars and a variety of electric vehicle components, including drivetrains, battery systems, and infotainment systems. Rimac Group also offers extensive engineering solutions, such as concept design, production strategy development, and quality control. In addition to manufacturing, the company provides prototyping services and the conversion of internal combustion engines to electric or hybrid powertrains. Founded in 2009, Rimac Group has established a strategic partnership with Hyundai Motor, further enhancing its capabilities in the automotive sector. The organization is driven by a passion for innovation and aims to redefine the electric vehicle landscape through cutting-edge technology and design.
Caribou
Series C in 2022
Caribou is a financial technology company that specializes in automotive refinancing services, aimed at helping drivers manage their auto finances more effectively. By partnering with trusted lenders, Caribou facilitates access to better rates and lower monthly payments, enabling customers to save an average of over $115 per month on their car payments. In addition to auto refinancing, the company offers a range of supplementary services, including auto insurance, total loss protection, guaranteed asset protection, key replacement coverage, and cosmetic care packages. Through these offerings, Caribou strives to provide comprehensive solutions that enhance the financial well-being of its customers while simplifying their automotive financial management.
Kyte
Debt Financing in 2022
Founded in San Francisco in 2019 by Francesco Wiedemann, Ludwig Schoenack, and Nikolaus Volk, Kyte is a technology and operations company specializing in on-demand car rentals. Customers can access vehicles for durations ranging from days to months, with services including car cleaning and refueling.
Cyclone Robotics
Series C in 2021
Cyclone Robotics is a Chinese company specializing in the development and sale of artificial intelligence software products known as digital employees. These products are designed to enhance operational efficiency across various industries, including finance, insurance, retail, healthcare, and technology. By providing enterprises with digital labor, Cyclone Robotics helps improve business operations, reduce personnel and system construction costs, and streamline processes. The company holds independent copyrights and intellectual property rights for its software, which has been successfully implemented in notable organizations such as large state-owned banks, foreign home appliance companies, and listed technology firms. Cyclone Robotics is recognized for being a pioneer in delivering industry-specific solutions based on its digital employee technology, earning widespread acclaim from its clients.
H2O.ai
Series E in 2021
H2O.ai is a Mountain View-based company established in 2011, specializing in AI-driven predictive analytics. It offers an open-source platform, H2O, for data scientists, developers, and analysts to perform machine learning tasks on big data. The platform includes H2O Driverless AI for automated machine learning and H2O Wave for real-time application development powered by AI. H2O.ai serves over 20,000 global organizations, including Fortune 500 companies, empowering them to solve complex business problems and discover new ideas. Its customer-centric approach has earned it a Net Promoter Score of 78, the highest in its industry. The company's AI Hybrid Cloud platform is used across various sectors such as marketing mix modeling, risk analysis, fraud detection, advertising technology, and customer intelligence. H2O.ai collaborates strategically with companies like Alteryx and has backing from investors including Goldman Sachs, NVIDIA, and Wells Fargo.
1KMXC
Series D in 2021
1KMXC is a high-tech research and development company for artificial intelligence robot solutions. The company provides robotic car wash service that covers many provinces and cities across China. It has obtained Alibaba investment with a financing amount of over 100 million.
CarNext.com
Venture Round in 2021
CarNext.com is a disruptive digital used car platform, that enables customers to buy, lease and subscribe to high-quality used cars. Its mission is to create the leading marketplace for flexible mobility solutions in Europe centered on trust, efficiency and transparency. CarNext.com offers customers fixed prices, full ownership and maintenance history and a ‘no-questions-asked’ 14-days period. Using a proprietary, data-driven model, CarNext.com can match supply and demand across Europe. CarNext.com is supported by a network of Delivery Stores, where customers can view the cars, receive consultation services before making a final purchase decision.
Lendbuzz
Series C in 2021
Lendbuzz, Inc. is a Boston-based company that operates an innovative car financing platform aimed at individuals with limited or no credit history, such as international students, foreign professionals, and expatriates. Founded in 2015, Lendbuzz uses machine learning algorithms and proprietary technology to assess the creditworthiness of consumers who are typically underserved by traditional financial institutions. By evaluating background information, including employment and educational history, the platform provides tailored car loans and financing solutions with favorable terms and low-interest rates. Lendbuzz partners with auto dealerships to enhance their offerings, allowing them to serve a more diverse clientele and close additional business opportunities. The company emphasizes a streamlined documentation process, making it easier for clients to access and manage their loans.
Caribou
Series B in 2021
Caribou is a financial technology company that specializes in automotive refinancing services, aimed at helping drivers manage their auto finances more effectively. By partnering with trusted lenders, Caribou facilitates access to better rates and lower monthly payments, enabling customers to save an average of over $115 per month on their car payments. In addition to auto refinancing, the company offers a range of supplementary services, including auto insurance, total loss protection, guaranteed asset protection, key replacement coverage, and cosmetic care packages. Through these offerings, Caribou strives to provide comprehensive solutions that enhance the financial well-being of its customers while simplifying their automotive financial management.
Didi
Debt Financing in 2021
Didi Chuxing, founded in 2012 in Beijing, is a leading mobile transportation platform providing app-based services such as taxi hailing, private car-hailing, social ride-sharing, car rental, and enterprise solutions. With over 450 million users and daily orders reaching 25 million, Didi offers a variety of mobility options to optimize resource allocation through big data-driven algorithms. The company aims to address transportation, environmental, and employment challenges by collaborating with communities and partners. Acquiring Uber China in 2016, Didi has over 21 million drivers and car owners on its platform, generating income while offering convenient transportation solutions to users worldwide.
The Boyd Group
Post in 2020
Boyd Group Services Inc. is a prominent operator of non-franchised collision repair centers and retail auto glass services in North America. The company primarily focuses on automotive collision and glass repair, generating most of its revenue from these related services. It operates under various trade names, including Gerber Collision & Glass, Glass America, Auto Glass Service, Auto Glass Authority, and Autoglassonly.com. In addition to its repair services, Boyd Group also provides third-party administration through Gerber National Claims Services, offering glass repair, emergency roadside assistance, and first notice of loss services. With operations in both Canada and the U.S., the company benefits from similar long-term economic conditions in these regions.
Lendbuzz
Debt Financing in 2020
Lendbuzz, Inc. is a Boston-based company that operates an innovative car financing platform aimed at individuals with limited or no credit history, such as international students, foreign professionals, and expatriates. Founded in 2015, Lendbuzz uses machine learning algorithms and proprietary technology to assess the creditworthiness of consumers who are typically underserved by traditional financial institutions. By evaluating background information, including employment and educational history, the platform provides tailored car loans and financing solutions with favorable terms and low-interest rates. Lendbuzz partners with auto dealerships to enhance their offerings, allowing them to serve a more diverse clientele and close additional business opportunities. The company emphasizes a streamlined documentation process, making it easier for clients to access and manage their loans.
H2O.ai
Series D in 2019
H2O.ai is a Mountain View-based company established in 2011, specializing in AI-driven predictive analytics. It offers an open-source platform, H2O, for data scientists, developers, and analysts to perform machine learning tasks on big data. The platform includes H2O Driverless AI for automated machine learning and H2O Wave for real-time application development powered by AI. H2O.ai serves over 20,000 global organizations, including Fortune 500 companies, empowering them to solve complex business problems and discover new ideas. Its customer-centric approach has earned it a Net Promoter Score of 78, the highest in its industry. The company's AI Hybrid Cloud platform is used across various sectors such as marketing mix modeling, risk analysis, fraud detection, advertising technology, and customer intelligence. H2O.ai collaborates strategically with companies like Alteryx and has backing from investors including Goldman Sachs, NVIDIA, and Wells Fargo.
Zymergen
Series C in 2018
Zymergen, Inc. is a biotechnology company that focuses on researching, developing, and manufacturing microbes for various industries, including agriculture, chemicals, materials, pharmaceuticals, electronics, and personal care. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Emeryville, California, Zymergen employs a platform that integrates automation, machine learning, and genomics to enhance the efficiency of microbial strain optimization and production processes. This technology enables the company to improve existing manufacturing strains and facilitates the development of new products by engineering novel molecules from microbes. With additional offices in Boise, Idaho; Medford, Massachusetts; Seattle, Washington; and Tokyo, Japan, Zymergen aims to partner with nature to create innovative materials and products that deliver significant value across multiple sectors.
Huasheng Haoche
Series B in 2018
Huasheng Haoche, established in 2015 and headquartered in Beijing, operates as a new retail platform for automobiles, focusing on providing a seamless car buying experience. The company combines offline direct stores with online e-commerce to offer a comprehensive suite of services, including professional car purchase guidance, affordable financing options, and a range of automotive insurance products. Aimed at serving the greater China area, Huasheng Haoche emphasizes cost-effectiveness and customer satisfaction, enabling users to access low-priced new cars and enhancing their overall car ownership experience through quality services and engaging automotive lifestyles.
Tuhu
Series E in 2018
Tuhu operates an integrated online and offline platform for automotive services in China, delivering same-day or next-day delivery of after-sales products and installation services to customers across mainland China in over 260 cities. It serves online channels through its website, mobile app, call center, and third-party e-commerce platforms, and offline via self-operated workshops, franchised workshops, and third-party partner stores. The platform aggregates diverse car service needs for passenger vehicles, including tires, chassis parts replacement, maintenance, repair, and detailing, through its TUHU Automotive Service app and related interfaces, providing a centralized, on-demand service experience.
SmartDrive Systems
Series C in 2018
Founded in 2004, SmartDrive Systems provides driver safety and fuel management solutions for commercial fleets worldwide. Its core offerings include SmartDrive Safety (video-based driver coaching), SmartDrive Fuel (fuel performance analytics), SmartIQ (real-time actionable fleet data), and SmartRecorder (event recording system). The company employs over 400 people globally, with headquarters in San Diego, California.
Boyd
Acquisition in 2018
Boyd Corporation is a global leader in advanced sealing, thermal management, and protection solutions, boasting over 90 years of experience. Founded in 1928 as an industrial fabricator in California, the company has transformed into a dynamic innovator, providing custom-fabricated solutions tailored to meet the diverse needs of its clients. Boyd specializes in engineered rubber, plastic, metal, and flexible environmental sealing products, as well as energy management solutions. The company's offerings are designed to enhance safety, reliability, and efficiency across various industries, including aerospace, healthcare, and technology. By enabling advancements in self-driving cars, medical technologies, and high-powered computing, Boyd empowers its customers to redefine their markets and drive innovation.
RenRenChe
Series E in 2018
RenRenChe, founded in April 2014, operates as a consumer-to-consumer (C2C) auto transaction service platform specializing in both used and new car sales. The company offers a range of services, including free door-to-door car valuation, sales, and replacement. To ensure quality, RenRenChe has established rigorous testing standards and employs a team of professional appraisers, collaborating with the China Automobile Dealers Association to set national benchmarks for second-hand car testing. The platform provides significant after-sales guarantees, including a 14-day return policy and a one-year warranty on core components, thereby enhancing buyer confidence. RenRenChe has attracted considerable investment, securing significant funding from notable investors, which has facilitated its growth and technological development within the industry.
Carzone
Private Equity Round in 2018
Jiangsu Kangzhong Shiye Investment operates a retail chain, Carzone, that deals in and retails automotive post-market parts. The company was founded in 1995 and is based in Nanjing, China.
Rinnov Partners
Venture Round in 2017
Rinnov Partners, also known as Ggulcar, is a South Korean company based in Seoul that specializes in developing an online platform for used-car trading. Founded in 2016, the company operates a managed used car direct trading brokerage platform, facilitating the buying and selling of vehicles between individuals and dealers. Additionally, Rinnov Partners offers vehicle inspection services for goods not registered on their direct trading platform, enhancing the overall value proposition for users.
AUTO1 Group
Series E in 2017
AUTO1 Group GmbH is a Berlin-based technology platform that specializes in the buying and selling of used cars. Founded in 2012, the company connects individual customers and professional car dealers through its digital marketplace, facilitating seamless transactions without the need for negotiation. AUTO1 Group sources used vehicles from various channels, including original equipment manufacturers and dealerships, and offers a certified and diverse inventory through its brands, such as AUTO1.com and Autohero.com. Operating in nearly 30 countries across Europe and North America, Auto1 Group serves both the retail market for private customers and the merchant segment for commercial car dealers. Its services include auction fees and logistics, ensuring a streamlined and transparent process in the used car trade.
Valens Semiconductor
Series D in 2017
Valens Semiconductor develops semiconductor solutions for distributing uncompressed high-definition multimedia content. Its key offerings include HDBaseT technology and 5Play solution, enabling transmission of video, audio, Ethernet, power, and control signals through a single cable. Serving various industries such as consumer electronics, digital signage, and automotive, Valens' products facilitate connectivity in homes, offices, and vehicles.
Rethink Robotics
Series E in 2017
Rethink Robotics is a Boston-based company that develops industrial robots aimed at enhancing automation in the manufacturing sector. Its flagship robot, Baxter, utilizes the advanced Intera software platform to assist manufacturers in various industries, including automotive, electronics, and consumer goods. By providing a safe, trainable, and cost-effective workforce solution, Rethink Robotics enables organizations to optimize labor, increase operational flexibility, and reduce costs. The company's robots are designed to handle various tasks, such as loading and unloading, packing, and machining, effectively automating dull, dangerous, and dirty jobs. Additionally, Rethink Robotics offers the Baxter Research Robot, a humanoid platform equipped with integrated sensors and an open software development kit, facilitating research and development in both academic and corporate environments.
Carzone
Series B in 2016
Jiangsu Kangzhong Shiye Investment operates a retail chain, Carzone, that deals in and retails automotive post-market parts. The company was founded in 1995 and is based in Nanjing, China.
Tesla
Post in 2016
Tesla designs and manufactures electric vehicles and energy generation and storage systems, pursuing a vertically integrated approach to product and software development. It offers a full range of electric cars, including sedans and crossover models, and markets its vehicles through company-owned stores and its website. The company also produces and sells stationary energy storage batteries for residential, commercial, and utility use, and provides solar energy generation and solar storage products. It operates a fast-charging network and develops autonomous driving software. Headquartered in Palo Alto, California, Tesla serves international markets and aims to accelerate the transition to sustainable mobility through innovation across vehicles, energy, and software.
LLamasoft
Series B in 2015
LLamasoft, Inc. specializes in developing supply chain design and analysis software and solutions, providing tools that enhance operational efficiency for businesses worldwide. Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan, the company offers a range of products, including Supply Chain Guru, a software for designing supply chains; Transportation Guru, which focuses on network design and transportation routing; and Optimiza, an AI-powered platform that leverages machine learning and optimization algorithms. LLamasoft's solutions help organizations visualize inefficiencies and optimize various aspects of their supply chains, including inventory management, product flow, and transportation. The company serves diverse industries such as aerospace, automotive, healthcare, and retail, enabling clients to make informed decisions that drive profitability and growth. Additionally, LLamasoft provides consulting, training, and technical support services, and collaborates with humanitarian organizations to enhance health supply chains, aiming to positively impact millions of lives.
Rethink Robotics
Series D in 2015
Rethink Robotics is a Boston-based company that develops industrial robots aimed at enhancing automation in the manufacturing sector. Its flagship robot, Baxter, utilizes the advanced Intera software platform to assist manufacturers in various industries, including automotive, electronics, and consumer goods. By providing a safe, trainable, and cost-effective workforce solution, Rethink Robotics enables organizations to optimize labor, increase operational flexibility, and reduce costs. The company's robots are designed to handle various tasks, such as loading and unloading, packing, and machining, effectively automating dull, dangerous, and dirty jobs. Additionally, Rethink Robotics offers the Baxter Research Robot, a humanoid platform equipped with integrated sensors and an open software development kit, facilitating research and development in both academic and corporate environments.
Rethink Robotics
Series D in 2015
Rethink Robotics is a Boston-based company that develops industrial robots aimed at enhancing automation in the manufacturing sector. Its flagship robot, Baxter, utilizes the advanced Intera software platform to assist manufacturers in various industries, including automotive, electronics, and consumer goods. By providing a safe, trainable, and cost-effective workforce solution, Rethink Robotics enables organizations to optimize labor, increase operational flexibility, and reduce costs. The company's robots are designed to handle various tasks, such as loading and unloading, packing, and machining, effectively automating dull, dangerous, and dirty jobs. Additionally, Rethink Robotics offers the Baxter Research Robot, a humanoid platform equipped with integrated sensors and an open software development kit, facilitating research and development in both academic and corporate environments.
Mobileye
Private Equity Round in 2013
Mobileye specializes in developing and deploying advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) and autonomous driving technologies. The company leverages expertise in computer vision, machine learning, mapping, and data analysis to optimize mobility infrastructure.
TVS Logistics Services
Venture Round in 2012
TVS Logistics Services is a fast-growing third-party logistics provider serving automotive, distribution, electronics, and discrete component manufacturing. As a flagship company of the TVS group, it offers integrated supply chain solutions globally through direct operations, joint ventures, and subsidiaries. Established in 2004, TVS Logistics leverages a broad global footprint and deep logistics expertise to deliver end-to-end services that support customer supply chains with reliability and scalability.
eHi Car Rental
Series C in 2010
eHi Car Services Limited is a leading car rental platform in China, established in 2006 and headquartered in Shanghai. The company provides a wide range of car rental services to individual consumers and corporate clients across the country, operating more than 500 outlets in over 80 cities. eHi specializes in both self-drive and chauffeured car services, which include airport pickups, inter-office transfers, and transportation for events such as conventions and promotional tours. The company has become a preferred choice for business travelers and urban professionals, boasting a client base that includes numerous Fortune 500 companies across various industries, including energy, education, and finance. eHi's advanced vehicle management system enhances its service efficiency, allowing it to cater effectively to the diverse needs of its clientele.
Mobileye
Private Equity Round in 2007
Mobileye specializes in developing and deploying advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) and autonomous driving technologies. The company leverages expertise in computer vision, machine learning, mapping, and data analysis to optimize mobility infrastructure.
Chinacars
Venture Round in 2006
Chinacars operates a multi-platform automobile Internet portal in China. The company provides a stream of products and services, including a purchase guide, ranking of repair shops, and car accessory information. It also offers other services, such as vehicle decorations, insurance, repair service, and a real-time online map. In addition, the company provides traffic and auto WVAS services. It serves auto drivers and automobile industry. Chinacars, Inc. was founded in 2001 and is based in Beijing, China.
Autocam
Acquisition in 2004
Autocam Corporation specializes in the design and manufacture of precision-machined components, primarily serving the transportation and medical device industries. The company produces a wide range of components for fuel system technologies, including those for gasoline and diesel injection, high-pressure pumps, and fuel rail fittings. Additionally, Autocam offers products for braking and transmission systems, as well as medical devices such as ophthalmic surgical instruments and orthopedic implants. Its expertise extends to components used in passenger vehicles, commercial and recreational vehicles, power generation, and marine applications. By focusing on specialty metal alloy components, Autocam plays a vital role in enhancing the performance and safety of various systems across multiple sectors.
WHI Solutions
Venture Round in 2000
WHI Solutions, originally founded as Wrenchead.com in 1999, specializes in providing online platforms that facilitate the order processing and collaboration of automotive parts and related goods. The company shifted its focus from a consumer-facing eCommerce model to offering comprehensive web-based eBusiness solutions tailored for wholesale distributors in various sectors, including automotive, electrical, and marine industries. WHI's integrated solutions encompass eCommerce, eCatalog, distribution management, and business intelligence, empowering clients to transition their operations online, enhance sales, improve customer service, and reduce operational costs. By leveraging their technology, WHI Solutions enables distribution partners to thrive in a competitive marketplace.
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