Sequoia Capital

Sequoia Capital is a prominent venture capital firm founded in 1972 and based in Menlo Park, California. The firm specializes in investing across various stages of startups, including seed, early, and growth stages, and focuses on sectors such as technology, healthcare, financial services, internet, and mobile. Sequoia typically invests between $100,000 and $1 million in seed companies, $1 million to $10 million in early-stage ventures, and $10 million to $100 million in growth investments. The firm operates globally, with significant activities in regions like Israel, China, and India, where it partners with dynamic founders to build successful companies. Sequoia's extensive portfolio includes notable firms and offers valuable insights and resources, benefiting from decades of experience in the venture capital landscape.

Gian Adhitya

Associate

Rohit Agarwal

Investment Analyst

Akshay Agarwal

Associate

Suraj Agarwalla

Associate

Ashish Agrawal

Managing Director

Abheek Anand

Managing Director

Rajan Anandan

Managing Director

Bogomil Balkansky

Partner

Julien Bek

Partner

Mohit Bhatnagar

Managing Director

Roelof Botha

Executive

Jaime Bott

Partner of Human Capital

Anni Cai

Associate

Sakshi Chopra

Principal

William Coughran Ph.D

Partner

Chinmaya Golecha

VP

Ajey Gore

Operating Partner of Technology

Pat Grady

Partner

Irwin R. Gross

MD

Rachit Gupta

Associate

Kriti Gupta

Associate

Augustus Ilag

Associate

SK Jain

Co-Founderand MD

Amit Jain

Managing Director

Steve Yue Ji

Partner

Liu Jiang

Partner

Sandeep Kapoor

CLO and Compliance Officer, India

Aakash Kapoor

VP

Pieter Kemps

Principal

Kais Khimji

Partner

Shailesh Lakhani

Principal

Jess Lee

Partner

Doug Leone

Partner

Alfred Lin

Partner

Junrui Lin

Partner and Co-Head

Luciana Lixandru

Partner

Cherry Lu

Partner

Patricia Ma

Director of People Operations

Shaun Maguire Ph.D

Partner

Nipun Mehra

VP and Investment Advisor

Matthew Miller

Partner, Growth

Ishaan Mittal

Principal

Abhishek Mohan

Vice President

Anirudh Bose Mullick

Head of Recruitment and VP

Shreyas Nair

Senior Associate

Kevin Pan

Managing Director

Prachi Pawar

Associate

Mayank Porwal

VP

Enita Pu

Partner

Amrut Rajkarne

Associate

GV Ravishankar

Managing Director

Andrew Reed

Partner

Prasanna Rengarajan

Associate

Anandamoy Roychowdhary

Principal

Anjana Sasidharan

Principal

Harshjit Sethi

Principal

Tejeshwi Sharma

Managing Director

Navendu Sharma

Associate

Neil Shen

Managing Partner

Bharat Singh

Chief Financial Officer

Thomas Stephenson

Partner

Amy Sun

Partner

Johan Surani

vice_president

Ian Taylor

Head of scouts

Shraeyansh Thakur

Investment Analyst

Mike Vernal

Partner

Jeffrey Wang

Managing Partner & Portfolio Manager

Shenya Wang

Associate

Cen Wang

Partner, China

Klaus Wang

VP

Past deals in Autonomous Vehicles

HAI ROBOTICS

Series D in 2022
HAI ROBOTICS, founded in 2016 and based in Shenzhen, China, specializes in developing autonomous case-handling robotic systems for warehouse automation. The company offers a range of intelligent automation solutions, including a goods-to-person system, smart in-plant logistics, and multi-tier steel platform solutions, suitable for diverse operational scenarios. HAI ROBOTICS is a pioneer in the field, having launched its first autonomous case-handling robot, HAIPICK, in 2015. The HAIPICK system has demonstrated significant advantages, enhancing warehouse operational efficiency by three to four times and increasing storage density by 80% to 130%. The company is committed to research and development, holding numerous patents and continuously improving its products to meet the needs of a growing customer base, which includes major clients like DHL Supply Chain, BEST Supply Chain, and Philips. With the capability to deploy automation solutions within a week, HAI ROBOTICS aims to optimize warehousing operations through advanced robotics and artificial intelligence.

Xmov

Series B in 2022
Xmov is an AI company focusing on computer vision and computer graphics.

Atlan Space

Series B in 2022
Atlan Space is a technology company based in Rabat, Morocco, specializing in artificial intelligence solutions for drones. The company develops systems that facilitate the coordination of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) to monitor extensive marine areas for environmental threats. Atlan Space's technology is utilized in various applications, including combating illegal fishing, tracking marine life, and assessing environmental risks. By leveraging AI, the company enables governments and organizations to efficiently oversee large regions and address pressing ecological challenges.

Inceptio Technology

Series B in 2022
Inceptio Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. is an autonomous trucking start-up based in Jiangxi, China, founded in 2018. The company specializes in transforming line-haul logistics through a nationwide freight network that employs autonomous heavy-duty trucks. By leveraging artificial intelligence, new energy technology, and logistics big data, Inceptio Technology aims to enhance the security, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness of transportation services for logistics customers. Its focus on providing transportation-as-a-service positions it to meet the evolving needs of the logistics industry while promoting safer and more efficient freight solutions.

Embark Trucks

Post in 2021
Embark Trucks Inc. develops self-driving truck technology and highway autopilot system for commercial trucking. It designs artificial intelligence software that helps on long haul stretches in the trucking industry. Embark Trucks Inc. was formerly known as Varden Labs Inc. The company was founded in 2015 and is based in San Francisco, California.

Aurora

Post in 2021
Aurora Innovation, Inc. is a technology company focused on developing software and hardware solutions for self-driving vehicles. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, the company also has offices in the Bay Area, Bozeman, Pittsburgh, and Dallas. Aurora's primary product, the Aurora Driver, aims to transform transportation by integrating with automakers, logistics services, mobility services, and fleet management providers. The company's mission is to enhance the movement of people and goods through advanced engineering and machine learning, addressing significant challenges in the transportation sector.

HT Aero

Series A in 2021
HT Aero aspires to be the pioneer of urban air mobility (UAM) and is dedicated to producing safe and intelligent electric flying vehicles. which combine automotive and aerospace technologies to realize domestic air-travel usage at scale.

HAI ROBOTICS

Series C in 2021
HAI ROBOTICS, founded in 2016 and based in Shenzhen, China, specializes in developing autonomous case-handling robotic systems for warehouse automation. The company offers a range of intelligent automation solutions, including a goods-to-person system, smart in-plant logistics, and multi-tier steel platform solutions, suitable for diverse operational scenarios. HAI ROBOTICS is a pioneer in the field, having launched its first autonomous case-handling robot, HAIPICK, in 2015. The HAIPICK system has demonstrated significant advantages, enhancing warehouse operational efficiency by three to four times and increasing storage density by 80% to 130%. The company is committed to research and development, holding numerous patents and continuously improving its products to meet the needs of a growing customer base, which includes major clients like DHL Supply Chain, BEST Supply Chain, and Philips. With the capability to deploy automation solutions within a week, HAI ROBOTICS aims to optimize warehousing operations through advanced robotics and artificial intelligence.

HAI ROBOTICS

Series D in 2021
HAI ROBOTICS, founded in 2016 and based in Shenzhen, China, specializes in developing autonomous case-handling robotic systems for warehouse automation. The company offers a range of intelligent automation solutions, including a goods-to-person system, smart in-plant logistics, and multi-tier steel platform solutions, suitable for diverse operational scenarios. HAI ROBOTICS is a pioneer in the field, having launched its first autonomous case-handling robot, HAIPICK, in 2015. The HAIPICK system has demonstrated significant advantages, enhancing warehouse operational efficiency by three to four times and increasing storage density by 80% to 130%. The company is committed to research and development, holding numerous patents and continuously improving its products to meet the needs of a growing customer base, which includes major clients like DHL Supply Chain, BEST Supply Chain, and Philips. With the capability to deploy automation solutions within a week, HAI ROBOTICS aims to optimize warehousing operations through advanced robotics and artificial intelligence.

Agile Robots

Series C in 2021
Agile Robots AG, founded in 2018 and headquartered in Gilching, Germany, specializes in developing artificial intelligence-based software for robotic solutions. The company focuses on creating intelligent robot systems that incorporate perception, intelligence, and actuation. Its core products include a lightweight 7-degree-of-freedom robotic arm, a general-purpose robot controller, and a robot vision system. Agile Robots emphasizes full-body force sensitivity and vision intelligence, enabling their robotic systems to interpret the shape, material, and measurements of various objects. This technology facilitates applications in manufacturing, medical assistance, and service robotics. With an additional office in Beijing, China, Agile Robots is dedicated to advancing the integration of AI with physical robotics.

AgileX

Venture Round in 2021
AgileX Robotics (Dongguan) CO., Ltd designs and manufactures mobile robot products. It offers Unmanned ground vehicle (UGV), automated guided vehicle (AGV), and steering-by-wire modified electric vehicles. It serves logistics transportation, security patrolling, and agricultural and animal husbandry industries. The company was founded in 2017 and is based in Dongguan, China with an additional office in Shenzhen, China.

LocoNav

Series B in 2021
We are bringing together the power of our proprietary technology and wide reach to change India's vehicle landscape. Vehicle owners, Businesses, and Transporters in India are forced to run vehicles with extreme inefficiency and poor security. We're determined to change that.

Enjoy Move Technology

Series A in 2021
Shanghai Enjoy Move Technology Co., Ltd. develops products and system services solutions in the field of intelligent connected cars. The company offers domain controller, intelligent driving operating system, visual data annotation, and intelligent connected car vocational education training. It also provides intelligent driving control decision algorithm. The company was incorporated in 2018 and is based in Shanghai, China.

Robosen

Series B in 2021
Robosen is a developer of intelligent deformation robots. Its product “Pathfinder Pioneer” can store up to 1 million action programs. It not only has the real jeep shape, but also can switch between human and car. And it supports mobile APP control, and can also perform visual 3D programming through the PC. It also includes other products, such as educational robots, vending robots, and smart fighting robots.

Surreal

Seed Round in 2021
Surreal uses Artificial Intelligence to generate subversive content creation.

Plus

Series B in 2021
PlusAI, Inc. develops self- driving trucks to enable commercialization of autonomous transport. The company operates a fleet of autonomous trucks in pilot programs in collaboration with freight shipping companies. PlusAI, Inc. was founded in 2016 and is based in Cupertino, California.

Agile Robots

Series B in 2021
Agile Robots AG, founded in 2018 and headquartered in Gilching, Germany, specializes in developing artificial intelligence-based software for robotic solutions. The company focuses on creating intelligent robot systems that incorporate perception, intelligence, and actuation. Its core products include a lightweight 7-degree-of-freedom robotic arm, a general-purpose robot controller, and a robot vision system. Agile Robots emphasizes full-body force sensitivity and vision intelligence, enabling their robotic systems to interpret the shape, material, and measurements of various objects. This technology facilitates applications in manufacturing, medical assistance, and service robotics. With an additional office in Beijing, China, Agile Robots is dedicated to advancing the integration of AI with physical robotics.

SemiDrive

Series A in 2020
Nanjing SemiDrive Technology Ltd. is a semiconductor company that specializes in designing and manufacturing core processor chips for automotive applications. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Nanjing, China, the company develops high-performance chips tailored for various automotive functions, including the X9 chip for eCockpit applications, the V9 chip for advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and autonomous driving, and the G9 chip for vehicle central gateway connections. SemiDrive also offers research and development services focused on intelligent core processors, catering to the growing demand for smart driving technology. The company’s products are utilized in areas such as intelligent cabin systems, in-car entertainment, and automatic controllers, positioning it as a key player in the automotive semiconductor market.

Xpeng Motors

Series C in 2020
Xiaopeng Motors is an electric vehicle and technology company that designs and manufactures smart cars. Xiaopeng Motors focuses on local needs and the consumer experience, while also integrating autonomous driving and internet electronic technologies, their vehicles are greater than the sum of their parts. Xpeng Motors is not only dedicated to serving every family with technology but also to become a companion that truly understands you. Xpeng is equipped with experts from top companies in the field such as Tesla, Mercedes-Benz, Porsche, Ford, Mazda, GAC Motor, Alibaba Group, Tencent, Huawei, P&G and Mi, and more. Electric cars, the Internet, and cross-border brand-retail and internet integration have made Xpeng the main pioneer of this industry.

Agile Robots

Series A in 2020
Agile Robots AG, founded in 2018 and headquartered in Gilching, Germany, specializes in developing artificial intelligence-based software for robotic solutions. The company focuses on creating intelligent robot systems that incorporate perception, intelligence, and actuation. Its core products include a lightweight 7-degree-of-freedom robotic arm, a general-purpose robot controller, and a robot vision system. Agile Robots emphasizes full-body force sensitivity and vision intelligence, enabling their robotic systems to interpret the shape, material, and measurements of various objects. This technology facilitates applications in manufacturing, medical assistance, and service robotics. With an additional office in Beijing, China, Agile Robots is dedicated to advancing the integration of AI with physical robotics.

Pony.ai

Series B in 2020
Pony.ai, Inc. is a company that specializes in developing artificial intelligence software for autonomous mobility applications. Founded in 2016 by James Peng and Tiancheng Lou, Pony.ai is headquartered in Fremont, California, with additional offices in San Francisco and in China. The company creates full-stack autonomous driving solutions that enhance the manufacturing of automated vehicles. Its technology utilizes advanced algorithms and AI to accurately interpret the vehicle's environment, enabling it to predict the actions of surrounding drivers and navigate safely. In addition to its software solutions, Pony.ai operates a public-facing Robotaxi service, further demonstrating its commitment to advancing autonomous transportation.

Unitree Robotics

Series A in 2019
Unitree Robotics is a robotics company based in Hangzhou, China, founded in 2016. The company specializes in the development of four-legged robots, including Laikago, which serves as a research platform for scientists and roboticists. In addition to its robotic platforms, Unitree Robotics also focuses on creating related power system components. The company's innovations aim to advance the field of robotics and provide versatile solutions for various applications.

Bird

Series D in 2019
Bird designs a vehicle sharing platform that provides affordable transportation solutions to communities across the world. The company's platform coordinates with cities to provide citizens with access to shared personal electric vehicles that can be picked up and dropped off anywhere, enabling users to receive sustainable and environment-friendly local transport.

Embark Trucks

Series C in 2019
Embark Trucks Inc. develops self-driving truck technology and highway autopilot system for commercial trucking. It designs artificial intelligence software that helps on long haul stretches in the trucking industry. Embark Trucks Inc. was formerly known as Varden Labs Inc. The company was founded in 2015 and is based in San Francisco, California.

Agile Robots

Seed Round in 2019
Agile Robots AG, founded in 2018 and headquartered in Gilching, Germany, specializes in developing artificial intelligence-based software for robotic solutions. The company focuses on creating intelligent robot systems that incorporate perception, intelligence, and actuation. Its core products include a lightweight 7-degree-of-freedom robotic arm, a general-purpose robot controller, and a robot vision system. Agile Robots emphasizes full-body force sensitivity and vision intelligence, enabling their robotic systems to interpret the shape, material, and measurements of various objects. This technology facilitates applications in manufacturing, medical assistance, and service robotics. With an additional office in Beijing, China, Agile Robots is dedicated to advancing the integration of AI with physical robotics.

Xmov

Series A in 2019
Xmov is an AI company focusing on computer vision and computer graphics.

Aurora

Series B in 2019
Aurora Innovation, Inc. is a technology company focused on developing software and hardware solutions for self-driving vehicles. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, the company also has offices in the Bay Area, Bozeman, Pittsburgh, and Dallas. Aurora's primary product, the Aurora Driver, aims to transform transportation by integrating with automakers, logistics services, mobility services, and fleet management providers. The company's mission is to enhance the movement of people and goods through advanced engineering and machine learning, addressing significant challenges in the transportation sector.

LocoNav

Series B in 2019
We are bringing together the power of our proprietary technology and wide reach to change India's vehicle landscape. Vehicle owners, Businesses, and Transporters in India are forced to run vehicles with extreme inefficiency and poor security. We're determined to change that.

HoloMatic

Series A in 2018
HoloMatic is a startup company dedicated to providing autonomous driving solutions based on cutting-edge artificial intelligence and automotive industry technologies. HoloMatic is one of the few companies in possession of a complete layout of autonomous driving technologies, from the wire control, multi-sensor to core algorithm modules. Meanwhile, the company provides solutions targeted at mass production, as an effort to accelerate the industrialization of autonomous driving.

Leapmotor

Series A in 2018
Zhejiang Zero Run Technology Co., Ltd. (LEAPMOTOR) is an innovative intelligent electric vehicle enterprise jointly invested by Zhejiang Dahua Technology Co., Ltd. and its main founders. Founded in 2015, the company is headquartered in Hangzhou Binjiang High-tech Development Zone. The company's business scope covers intelligent electric vehicle design, R&D, intelligent driving, motor electronic control, battery system development, and cloud computing-based car networking solutions. Relying on the strong financial strength of Dahua and its mature experience in technology research and development, process system and quality management, the company emphasizes the culture of engineers and has the ultimate pursuit of technological innovation, industrial design, and process quality.

Plus

Series A in 2018
PlusAI, Inc. develops self- driving trucks to enable commercialization of autonomous transport. The company operates a fleet of autonomous trucks in pilot programs in collaboration with freight shipping companies. PlusAI, Inc. was founded in 2016 and is based in Cupertino, California.

Xmov

Seed Round in 2018
Xmov is an AI company focusing on computer vision and computer graphics.

rideOS

Series B in 2018
rideOS Inc. develops and builds marketplace and mapping services that offers deploying on demand transportation services for self driving and human operated fleets. It services include self driving vehicle routing, estimated time of arrival (ETA) calculations, dispatch, supply positioning, multi rider trip planning, and dashboards for monitoring key metrics. The company was founded in 2017 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.

Embark Trucks

Series B in 2018
Embark Trucks Inc. develops self-driving truck technology and highway autopilot system for commercial trucking. It designs artificial intelligence software that helps on long haul stretches in the trucking industry. Embark Trucks Inc. was formerly known as Varden Labs Inc. The company was founded in 2015 and is based in San Francisco, California.

Pony.ai

Series A in 2018
Pony.ai, Inc. is a company that specializes in developing artificial intelligence software for autonomous mobility applications. Founded in 2016 by James Peng and Tiancheng Lou, Pony.ai is headquartered in Fremont, California, with additional offices in San Francisco and in China. The company creates full-stack autonomous driving solutions that enhance the manufacturing of automated vehicles. Its technology utilizes advanced algorithms and AI to accurately interpret the vehicle's environment, enabling it to predict the actions of surrounding drivers and navigate safely. In addition to its software solutions, Pony.ai operates a public-facing Robotaxi service, further demonstrating its commitment to advancing autonomous transportation.

Bird

Series C in 2018
Bird designs a vehicle sharing platform that provides affordable transportation solutions to communities across the world. The company's platform coordinates with cities to provide citizens with access to shared personal electric vehicles that can be picked up and dropped off anywhere, enabling users to receive sustainable and environment-friendly local transport.

rideOS

Series A in 2018
rideOS Inc. develops and builds marketplace and mapping services that offers deploying on demand transportation services for self driving and human operated fleets. It services include self driving vehicle routing, estimated time of arrival (ETA) calculations, dispatch, supply positioning, multi rider trip planning, and dashboards for monitoring key metrics. The company was founded in 2017 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.

Leapmotor

Seed Round in 2018
Zhejiang Zero Run Technology Co., Ltd. (LEAPMOTOR) is an innovative intelligent electric vehicle enterprise jointly invested by Zhejiang Dahua Technology Co., Ltd. and its main founders. Founded in 2015, the company is headquartered in Hangzhou Binjiang High-tech Development Zone. The company's business scope covers intelligent electric vehicle design, R&D, intelligent driving, motor electronic control, battery system development, and cloud computing-based car networking solutions. Relying on the strong financial strength of Dahua and its mature experience in technology research and development, process system and quality management, the company emphasizes the culture of engineers and has the ultimate pursuit of technological innovation, industrial design, and process quality.

Pony.ai

Series A in 2018
Pony.ai, Inc. is a company that specializes in developing artificial intelligence software for autonomous mobility applications. Founded in 2016 by James Peng and Tiancheng Lou, Pony.ai is headquartered in Fremont, California, with additional offices in San Francisco and in China. The company creates full-stack autonomous driving solutions that enhance the manufacturing of automated vehicles. Its technology utilizes advanced algorithms and AI to accurately interpret the vehicle's environment, enabling it to predict the actions of surrounding drivers and navigate safely. In addition to its software solutions, Pony.ai operates a public-facing Robotaxi service, further demonstrating its commitment to advancing autonomous transportation.

WM Motor

Corporate Round in 2017
WM Motor is an automotive company that designs, manufactures, develops, and markets energy and battery-operated vehicles. It provides energy vehicle products and travel solutions to its customers. The company aims to conserve electronic vehicles in addition to intelligent data hardware, enabling consumers to utilize smart cars that are efficient and energy conserving. WM Motor’s products are built with three core technologies, the Living Motion electric powertrain, the Living Pilot intelligent driving assistance system, and the Living Engine operating system, which offers industry-leading smart connectivity and interactive features.

LocoNav

Series A in 2017
We are bringing together the power of our proprietary technology and wide reach to change India's vehicle landscape. Vehicle owners, Businesses, and Transporters in India are forced to run vehicles with extreme inefficiency and poor security. We're determined to change that.

Coherent AI

Series A in 2017
Coherent AI engages in the development and commercialization of holographic machine vision systems using optoelectronic and artificial intelligence technologies to enhance machine vision performance. The company was founded in 2017 and is based in Wuhan, China with additional offices and research facilities in Shenzhen and the United States.

Pony.ai

Seed Round in 2017
Pony.ai, Inc. is a company that specializes in developing artificial intelligence software for autonomous mobility applications. Founded in 2016 by James Peng and Tiancheng Lou, Pony.ai is headquartered in Fremont, California, with additional offices in San Francisco and in China. The company creates full-stack autonomous driving solutions that enhance the manufacturing of automated vehicles. Its technology utilizes advanced algorithms and AI to accurately interpret the vehicle's environment, enabling it to predict the actions of surrounding drivers and navigate safely. In addition to its software solutions, Pony.ai operates a public-facing Robotaxi service, further demonstrating its commitment to advancing autonomous transportation.

Plus

Seed Round in 2016
PlusAI, Inc. develops self- driving trucks to enable commercialization of autonomous transport. The company operates a fleet of autonomous trucks in pilot programs in collaboration with freight shipping companies. PlusAI, Inc. was founded in 2016 and is based in Cupertino, California.

TuSimple

Angel Round in 2015
TuSimple is a self-driving truck company based in San Diego and operating self-driving trucks out of Tucson, Arizona. TuSimple’s trucks are the first and only capable of self-driving from depot-to-depot and do so every day for its customers. Founded in 2015, TuSimple is developing a commercial-ready Level 4 (SAE) fully autonomous driving solution for the logistics industry. The company is driven by a mission to increase safety, decrease transportation costs, and reduce carbon emissions.

IAT-Auto

Series A in 2009
IAT Automobile Technology Co., Ltd., founded in 2001, is a Chinese company that focuses on automobile design and development and engineering services. The company’s areas of expertise cover the design and development of electric vehicles; design and development of conventional vehicles, engine, and power train; product planning; show car construction; prototyping; concurrent engineering; jig and fixture design; vehicle testing; parts testing development; and consulting.

Dash Navigation

Series C in 2008
Dash Navigation has plans to change your automotive GPS units for good by bringing maps mashups as well as internet capability. Unlike today's car GPS units which necessitate extra downloads to update map changes, add features or otherwise, Dash Navigation updates and extra features will all come via web connection in real time. The device will be connected through a cellular data network and will also sport WiFi connectivity. The device will collect data about traffic conditions from all other Dash drivers, and estimates how long alternative routes will take on any given day. All sorts of geo-tagged information can be pushed to the device and combined with the on-board maps. Everything from restaurants and open houses to concerts, gas, and golf courses could be sent to the Dash and appear there on your screen. Owners will be able to manage which mashups they receive through Dash's Website. There, they will be able to drag feeds from sites like [Platial](http://crunchbase.com/organization/platial), where they can create a Google Map of dog runs in San Francisco or yoga schools in LA. Link it to [Zillow](http://crunchbase.com/organization/zillow), and you will be able to get data on houses as you are driving around the neighborhood. Create a feed at Upcoming.org about all the rock concerts in your city or one of open houses from Craigslist, and you will be able to get the info in your car, along with how far away each place is. You will also be able to do a Yahoo Local search on the device for restaurants and it will return nearby results with ratings. The company is backed by both VC powerhouses, Sequoia Capital and Kleiner Perkins as well as a slew of others.

Dash Navigation

Series B in 2007
Dash Navigation has plans to change your automotive GPS units for good by bringing maps mashups as well as internet capability. Unlike today's car GPS units which necessitate extra downloads to update map changes, add features or otherwise, Dash Navigation updates and extra features will all come via web connection in real time. The device will be connected through a cellular data network and will also sport WiFi connectivity. The device will collect data about traffic conditions from all other Dash drivers, and estimates how long alternative routes will take on any given day. All sorts of geo-tagged information can be pushed to the device and combined with the on-board maps. Everything from restaurants and open houses to concerts, gas, and golf courses could be sent to the Dash and appear there on your screen. Owners will be able to manage which mashups they receive through Dash's Website. There, they will be able to drag feeds from sites like [Platial](http://crunchbase.com/organization/platial), where they can create a Google Map of dog runs in San Francisco or yoga schools in LA. Link it to [Zillow](http://crunchbase.com/organization/zillow), and you will be able to get data on houses as you are driving around the neighborhood. Create a feed at Upcoming.org about all the rock concerts in your city or one of open houses from Craigslist, and you will be able to get the info in your car, along with how far away each place is. You will also be able to do a Yahoo Local search on the device for restaurants and it will return nearby results with ratings. The company is backed by both VC powerhouses, Sequoia Capital and Kleiner Perkins as well as a slew of others.

AutoNavi

Series A in 2006
AutoNavi Holdings Limited is a Chinese provider of digital map content and navigation solutions. The company has built a mobile and internet location-based service platform that offers its customers and business partners a broad range of solutions serving various aspects of customer needs. This service platform also enables the company to move from a pure B2B model to a combined B2B or B2C model. Through its digital map database and proprietary technology platform, AutoNavi Holdings provides integrated navigation and location-based solutions optimized for the Chinese market and users, including automotive navigation solutions, mobile location-based solutions, internet location-based solutions, and public sector and enterprise applications. AutoNavi Holdings has strategic alliance and cooperation agreements with TomTom Global Content, SINA, and Alibaba Group. The company is headquartered in Beijing, China.

Dash Navigation

Series A in 2006
Dash Navigation has plans to change your automotive GPS units for good by bringing maps mashups as well as internet capability. Unlike today's car GPS units which necessitate extra downloads to update map changes, add features or otherwise, Dash Navigation updates and extra features will all come via web connection in real time. The device will be connected through a cellular data network and will also sport WiFi connectivity. The device will collect data about traffic conditions from all other Dash drivers, and estimates how long alternative routes will take on any given day. All sorts of geo-tagged information can be pushed to the device and combined with the on-board maps. Everything from restaurants and open houses to concerts, gas, and golf courses could be sent to the Dash and appear there on your screen. Owners will be able to manage which mashups they receive through Dash's Website. There, they will be able to drag feeds from sites like [Platial](http://crunchbase.com/organization/platial), where they can create a Google Map of dog runs in San Francisco or yoga schools in LA. Link it to [Zillow](http://crunchbase.com/organization/zillow), and you will be able to get data on houses as you are driving around the neighborhood. Create a feed at Upcoming.org about all the rock concerts in your city or one of open houses from Craigslist, and you will be able to get the info in your car, along with how far away each place is. You will also be able to do a Yahoo Local search on the device for restaurants and it will return nearby results with ratings. The company is backed by both VC powerhouses, Sequoia Capital and Kleiner Perkins as well as a slew of others.