FJ Labs, established in 2015 and headquartered in New York, is a stage-agnostic investment firm focusing on marketplaces and consumer-facing startups. It invests in seed and series A rounds, with a typical investment range of $50,000 to $5,000,000. The firm's portfolio includes notable companies such as Alibaba Group, Beepi, BrightRoll, Betterment, Adore Me, and Earnest, spanning sectors like e-commerce, fintech, and ad tech.
Amicco a vertical B2B marketplace, offers a first-of-its-kind platform that simplifies spare parts sourcing for garages.
Fleequid
Seed Round in 2025
Fleequid operates a digital marketplace platform that facilitates the rental of passenger transport vehicles across Europe. It connects operators, making the process of vehicle acquisition simple, swift, and transparent. The platform enhances transactions by providing detailed vehicle information and images, along with quality technical support, enabling clients to make well-informed decisions.
Clutch
Series D in 2025
Clutch is a technology company focused on transforming the car buying process by offering a fully online platform for purchasing high-quality certified vehicles. Customers can browse a diverse inventory of second-hand cars at competitive prices on Clutch's website, where they can complete their purchases without the need for showrooms or commissioned salespeople. The platform simplifies the car buying experience by providing easier financing options and delivering vehicles directly to customers' homes. Clutch aims to enhance customer satisfaction by delivering an enjoyable and convenient car buying experience while also making a positive impact in the communities it serves.
Clutch
Convertible Note in 2024
Clutch is a technology company focused on transforming the car buying process by offering a fully online platform for purchasing high-quality certified vehicles. Customers can browse a diverse inventory of second-hand cars at competitive prices on Clutch's website, where they can complete their purchases without the need for showrooms or commissioned salespeople. The platform simplifies the car buying experience by providing easier financing options and delivering vehicles directly to customers' homes. Clutch aims to enhance customer satisfaction by delivering an enjoyable and convenient car buying experience while also making a positive impact in the communities it serves.
Caramel
Series A in 2024
Caramel is an online platform designed to simplify and secure the process of buying and selling cars between private parties and independent dealers. It offers a range of services that enhance the transaction experience, including verification of sellers, ownership transfer, payment processing, auto financing options, vehicle protection, insurance, and delivery services. By providing these comprehensive features, Caramel aims to facilitate seamless digital transactions, ensuring that buyers can easily find the right seller while enjoying a safe and efficient purchasing process.
Papaya
Seed Round in 2024
Papaya specializes in a vehicle management system tailored for electric vehicles, facilitating efficient sourcing, operation, and management of fleets. Its platform features a comprehensive dashboard that offers an overview of fleet location and availability, enhancing decision-making for fleet managers. By streamlining communication and automating workflows, Papaya connects fleet operators with their service providers, regardless of vehicle type or service provider. This integration allows for improved vehicle uptime and utilization, ultimately enabling better management of resources across various hubs and service providers.
InstaCarro
Venture Round in 2024
InstaCarro is an online platform based in São Paulo, Brazil, that facilitates the buying and selling of used cars. Founded in July 2015 by Diego Fischer and Luca Cafici, the company offers a marketplace where individuals can sell their vehicles directly to professional traders. InstaCarro provides sellers with the convenience of online quotes, competitive pricing, and immediate payment following vehicle inspections. For buyers, the platform features a large inventory of pre-inspected cars, complete with detailed photos and reports, ensuring transparency and reliability. Additionally, InstaCarro guarantees an immediate return if a purchased car does not meet the reported conditions, thereby enhancing confidence in the buying process.
InstaCarro
Convertible Note in 2024
InstaCarro is an online platform based in São Paulo, Brazil, that facilitates the buying and selling of used cars. Founded in July 2015 by Diego Fischer and Luca Cafici, the company offers a marketplace where individuals can sell their vehicles directly to professional traders. InstaCarro provides sellers with the convenience of online quotes, competitive pricing, and immediate payment following vehicle inspections. For buyers, the platform features a large inventory of pre-inspected cars, complete with detailed photos and reports, ensuring transparency and reliability. Additionally, InstaCarro guarantees an immediate return if a purchased car does not meet the reported conditions, thereby enhancing confidence in the buying process.
VULCAN ELEMENTS
Seed Round in 2023
VULCAN ELEMENTS is changing the way to electrify aerospace, defense, and auto with decarbonization.
Nexu
Series B in 2023
Nexu is a financing platform that enables car dealerships to provide a fully digital and real-time financing experience for buyers. The platform employs artificial intelligence and advanced algorithms to facilitate the comparison of automotive loan options, connecting individuals seeking credit with various financial institutions. Users can optimize their search for auto loans through Nexu's portal, where they can review, analyze, and obtain loan offers without incurring any costs. This streamlined approach enhances access to financing for a broader range of car buyers, making the process more efficient and user-friendly.
Spotawheel
Venture Round in 2023
Spotawheel is a tech-driven dealership that specializes in the buying and selling of used cars, established in 2015 and headquartered in Nea Ionia, Greece. The company operates in Greece and Poland, providing a transparent online platform for second-hand vehicles. Spotawheel offers a curated inventory of fully inspected cars, which are available for both purchase and subscription leasing. The platform incorporates predictive analytics to help users identify and monitor potential faults in vehicles. Additionally, Spotawheel enhances the buying experience by offering various add-ons such as financing, insurance, warranty, and after-sales support, enabling customers to make informed and confident decisions when purchasing used cars.
Clutch
Series C in 2023
Clutch is a technology company focused on transforming the car buying process by offering a fully online platform for purchasing high-quality certified vehicles. Customers can browse a diverse inventory of second-hand cars at competitive prices on Clutch's website, where they can complete their purchases without the need for showrooms or commissioned salespeople. The platform simplifies the car buying experience by providing easier financing options and delivering vehicles directly to customers' homes. Clutch aims to enhance customer satisfaction by delivering an enjoyable and convenient car buying experience while also making a positive impact in the communities it serves.
Meru
Pre Seed Round in 2023
Our objective is to develop into the region's one-stop store for automotive components. By gathering demand and linking all players throughout the supply chain, including producers, distributors, wholesalers, retailers, service providers, and customers, we are digitizing the automobile aftermarket sector in Latin America. Meru was established in 2020 in Mexico City, Distrito Federal.
Mecanizou
Series A in 2023
Mecanizou is a distributor of automobile parts, providing a range of products including filters, lubricants, scanners, belts, cooling systems, braking components, and batteries. The company operates an online platform aimed at enhancing the digitalization of the automotive aftermarket industry. This platform offers local repair shops access to various value-added services, such as auto parts sales, financial support, and data intelligence. By centralizing information from the entire supply chain, Mecanizou enables mechanics and car owners to efficiently locate the correct parts, thereby minimizing costs and reducing waste associated with incorrect components.
Mecanizou
Pre Seed Round in 2022
Mecanizou is a distributor of automobile parts, providing a range of products including filters, lubricants, scanners, belts, cooling systems, braking components, and batteries. The company operates an online platform aimed at enhancing the digitalization of the automotive aftermarket industry. This platform offers local repair shops access to various value-added services, such as auto parts sales, financial support, and data intelligence. By centralizing information from the entire supply chain, Mecanizou enables mechanics and car owners to efficiently locate the correct parts, thereby minimizing costs and reducing waste associated with incorrect components.
Gauge
Seed Round in 2022
Gauge provides an online automotive marketplace intended to simplify the sale of a used vehicle. It enables owners to book an appointment for inspection, prices vehicles based on AI algorithms and uses data to determine which car would give the new owner less trouble.
Kyte
Series B in 2022
Kyte is a technology and operations company that specializes in providing on-demand car rentals delivered directly to customers' locations. Founded in 2019 in San Francisco by Francesco Wiedemann, Ludwig Schoenack, and Nikolaus Volk, Kyte allows customers to rent vehicles for varying durations, from a single day to several weeks or months. Operating in over ten cities across the United States, the company aims to simplify travel by offering services that include car delivery, cleaning, and refueling, thus eliminating the necessity for individuals to purchase their own vehicles for longer trips. Kyte is experiencing rapid growth as it expands its reach and services.
Papaya
Seed Round in 2022
Papaya specializes in a vehicle management system tailored for electric vehicles, facilitating efficient sourcing, operation, and management of fleets. Its platform features a comprehensive dashboard that offers an overview of fleet location and availability, enhancing decision-making for fleet managers. By streamlining communication and automating workflows, Papaya connects fleet operators with their service providers, regardless of vehicle type or service provider. This integration allows for improved vehicle uptime and utilization, ultimately enabling better management of resources across various hubs and service providers.
Upfront
Seed Round in 2022
Upfront is a FinTech startup founded in 2021 and headquartered in New York. The company specializes in financial advisory services focused on refinancing auto loans. It aims to address financial inequality by helping customers secure competitive interest rates and favorable monthly payments for their car loans. By providing tailored refinancing options, Upfront enables individuals to reduce their interest rates and manage their repayment plans more flexibly, ultimately allowing them to pay fair amounts on their loans.
InstaCarro
Seed Round in 2022
InstaCarro is an online platform based in São Paulo, Brazil, that facilitates the buying and selling of used cars. Founded in July 2015 by Diego Fischer and Luca Cafici, the company offers a marketplace where individuals can sell their vehicles directly to professional traders. InstaCarro provides sellers with the convenience of online quotes, competitive pricing, and immediate payment following vehicle inspections. For buyers, the platform features a large inventory of pre-inspected cars, complete with detailed photos and reports, ensuring transparency and reliability. Additionally, InstaCarro guarantees an immediate return if a purchased car does not meet the reported conditions, thereby enhancing confidence in the buying process.
Spotawheel
Series B in 2022
Spotawheel is a tech-driven dealership that specializes in the buying and selling of used cars, established in 2015 and headquartered in Nea Ionia, Greece. The company operates in Greece and Poland, providing a transparent online platform for second-hand vehicles. Spotawheel offers a curated inventory of fully inspected cars, which are available for both purchase and subscription leasing. The platform incorporates predictive analytics to help users identify and monitor potential faults in vehicles. Additionally, Spotawheel enhances the buying experience by offering various add-ons such as financing, insurance, warranty, and after-sales support, enabling customers to make informed and confident decisions when purchasing used cars.
Nexu
Series A in 2022
Nexu is a financing platform that enables car dealerships to provide a fully digital and real-time financing experience for buyers. The platform employs artificial intelligence and advanced algorithms to facilitate the comparison of automotive loan options, connecting individuals seeking credit with various financial institutions. Users can optimize their search for auto loans through Nexu's portal, where they can review, analyze, and obtain loan offers without incurring any costs. This streamlined approach enhances access to financing for a broader range of car buyers, making the process more efficient and user-friendly.
Caramel
Seed Round in 2021
Caramel is an online platform designed to simplify and secure the process of buying and selling cars between private parties and independent dealers. It offers a range of services that enhance the transaction experience, including verification of sellers, ownership transfer, payment processing, auto financing options, vehicle protection, insurance, and delivery services. By providing these comprehensive features, Caramel aims to facilitate seamless digital transactions, ensuring that buyers can easily find the right seller while enjoying a safe and efficient purchasing process.
Clutch
Series B in 2021
Clutch is a technology company focused on transforming the car buying process by offering a fully online platform for purchasing high-quality certified vehicles. Customers can browse a diverse inventory of second-hand cars at competitive prices on Clutch's website, where they can complete their purchases without the need for showrooms or commissioned salespeople. The platform simplifies the car buying experience by providing easier financing options and delivering vehicles directly to customers' homes. Clutch aims to enhance customer satisfaction by delivering an enjoyable and convenient car buying experience while also making a positive impact in the communities it serves.
Alephee
Pre Seed Round in 2021
Aleph is a company that provides a cloud-based platform aimed at enhancing e-commerce for brands, particularly in the Aftermarket Automotive industry. It facilitates visibility into online sales across various marketplaces, including Mercado Libre, Amazon, and Shopee. By enabling brands to connect with resellers, Aleph allows for the sharing of catalogs and inventory, which helps increase sales and market share while optimizing logistics costs. The platform standardizes distributor catalogs and integrates supply and online sales processes, allowing companies to list their products on e-commerce sites and receive automatic updates on stock and pricing. This comprehensive approach connects the commercial chain, ultimately driving revenue growth for its users.
InstaCarro
Series B in 2021
InstaCarro is an online platform based in São Paulo, Brazil, that facilitates the buying and selling of used cars. Founded in July 2015 by Diego Fischer and Luca Cafici, the company offers a marketplace where individuals can sell their vehicles directly to professional traders. InstaCarro provides sellers with the convenience of online quotes, competitive pricing, and immediate payment following vehicle inspections. For buyers, the platform features a large inventory of pre-inspected cars, complete with detailed photos and reports, ensuring transparency and reliability. Additionally, InstaCarro guarantees an immediate return if a purchased car does not meet the reported conditions, thereby enhancing confidence in the buying process.
Spinny
Series D in 2021
Spinny is a technology-driven platform focused on the buying and selling of used cars, founded in 2015 and headquartered in Gurgaon, Haryana, India. The company aims to simplify the used car market by providing a trustworthy and hassle-free transaction experience. Spinny operates on a full-stack business model, ensuring value and transparency for its customers. Its platform features a selection of handpicked pre-owned vehicles, complete with detailed information, test drive options, and a five-day money-back guarantee. This approach allows car owners to list their vehicles while enabling potential buyers to navigate the purchasing process with ease and confidence.
Auro Travel
Convertible Note in 2021
Auro Travel is the largest provider of private vehicle services in Spain, specializing in offering a car service with a driver that is legal, professional, and discreet. The company focuses on delivering a personalized experience, adapting to the unique needs of each client. Auro Travel operates a ride-hailing platform that facilitates comfortable and reliable transportation for individuals, as well as tailored services for businesses and special events. Clients can conveniently book rides through an online tool or mobile application, ensuring affordable and accessible transportation options. With a commitment to professionalism and discretion, Auro Travel guarantees a seamless and satisfactory service.
OpenSooq
Venture Round in 2021
OpenSooq is an online classified platform that facilitates the trading of property, cars, products, and services primarily in the Middle East and North Africa region. This platform allows sellers to directly offer their goods and services to millions of potential buyers without the need for intermediaries. Users can explore a diverse range of categories, including automotive, real estate, and electronics, making it easier for buyers to find what they need. By aggregating various marketplaces, OpenSooq enhances the connection and interaction between buyers and sellers, simplifying the process of commerce in the region.
Nextcar
Pre Seed Round in 2021
NextCar provides car rentals. It has small, mid-sized, and full-size cars, SUVs, waggons, vans, and other vehicles. Outside of the main areas, they offer pick-up service.
Clutch
Series A in 2021
Clutch is a technology company focused on transforming the car buying process by offering a fully online platform for purchasing high-quality certified vehicles. Customers can browse a diverse inventory of second-hand cars at competitive prices on Clutch's website, where they can complete their purchases without the need for showrooms or commissioned salespeople. The platform simplifies the car buying experience by providing easier financing options and delivering vehicles directly to customers' homes. Clutch aims to enhance customer satisfaction by delivering an enjoyable and convenient car buying experience while also making a positive impact in the communities it serves.
Kyte
Seed Round in 2021
Kyte is a technology and operations company that specializes in providing on-demand car rentals delivered directly to customers' locations. Founded in 2019 in San Francisco by Francesco Wiedemann, Ludwig Schoenack, and Nikolaus Volk, Kyte allows customers to rent vehicles for varying durations, from a single day to several weeks or months. Operating in over ten cities across the United States, the company aims to simplify travel by offering services that include car delivery, cleaning, and refueling, thus eliminating the necessity for individuals to purchase their own vehicles for longer trips. Kyte is experiencing rapid growth as it expands its reach and services.
CarOnSale
Series A in 2020
CarOnSale is a marketplace designed to facilitate the buying and selling of used cars, aiming to simplify the trading process for its customers. The company operates a digital auction platform that specializes in lease-return and trade-in vehicles. It provides a comprehensive wholesale solution that includes pricing, auction services, logistics, and financial technology products. By acting as an intermediary between car dealerships and traders, CarOnSale manages all aspects of vehicle remarketing, offering detailed descriptions and condition reports to ensure a smooth transaction experience. The company's focus is on delivering personalized and efficient services to enhance the convenience and profitability of used car trading.
Vamos
Seed Round in 2020
Vamos Motor Company, S.L. is an online car rental service founded in 2019 and based in Madrid, Spain. The company aims to transform the traditional car ownership experience by leveraging technology and prioritizing customer satisfaction. Vamos offers a platform that allows consumers to rent vehicles online, providing home delivery and a fixed monthly fee that covers all maintenance costs. This model facilitates a convenient car-as-a-service experience for both consumers and sellers, streamlining the process of accessing vehicles without the burdens of ownership.
Spotawheel
Venture Round in 2020
Spotawheel is a tech-driven dealership that specializes in the buying and selling of used cars, established in 2015 and headquartered in Nea Ionia, Greece. The company operates in Greece and Poland, providing a transparent online platform for second-hand vehicles. Spotawheel offers a curated inventory of fully inspected cars, which are available for both purchase and subscription leasing. The platform incorporates predictive analytics to help users identify and monitor potential faults in vehicles. Additionally, Spotawheel enhances the buying experience by offering various add-ons such as financing, insurance, warranty, and after-sales support, enabling customers to make informed and confident decisions when purchasing used cars.
InstaCarro
Series A in 2020
InstaCarro is an online platform based in São Paulo, Brazil, that facilitates the buying and selling of used cars. Founded in July 2015 by Diego Fischer and Luca Cafici, the company offers a marketplace where individuals can sell their vehicles directly to professional traders. InstaCarro provides sellers with the convenience of online quotes, competitive pricing, and immediate payment following vehicle inspections. For buyers, the platform features a large inventory of pre-inspected cars, complete with detailed photos and reports, ensuring transparency and reliability. Additionally, InstaCarro guarantees an immediate return if a purchased car does not meet the reported conditions, thereby enhancing confidence in the buying process.
Auro Travel
Series A in 2020
Auro Travel is the largest provider of private vehicle services in Spain, specializing in offering a car service with a driver that is legal, professional, and discreet. The company focuses on delivering a personalized experience, adapting to the unique needs of each client. Auro Travel operates a ride-hailing platform that facilitates comfortable and reliable transportation for individuals, as well as tailored services for businesses and special events. Clients can conveniently book rides through an online tool or mobile application, ensuring affordable and accessible transportation options. With a commitment to professionalism and discretion, Auro Travel guarantees a seamless and satisfactory service.
Clutch
Seed Round in 2020
Clutch is a technology company focused on transforming the car buying process by offering a fully online platform for purchasing high-quality certified vehicles. Customers can browse a diverse inventory of second-hand cars at competitive prices on Clutch's website, where they can complete their purchases without the need for showrooms or commissioned salespeople. The platform simplifies the car buying experience by providing easier financing options and delivering vehicles directly to customers' homes. Clutch aims to enhance customer satisfaction by delivering an enjoyable and convenient car buying experience while also making a positive impact in the communities it serves.
Spotawheel
Series A in 2020
Spotawheel is a tech-driven dealership that specializes in the buying and selling of used cars, established in 2015 and headquartered in Nea Ionia, Greece. The company operates in Greece and Poland, providing a transparent online platform for second-hand vehicles. Spotawheel offers a curated inventory of fully inspected cars, which are available for both purchase and subscription leasing. The platform incorporates predictive analytics to help users identify and monitor potential faults in vehicles. Additionally, Spotawheel enhances the buying experience by offering various add-ons such as financing, insurance, warranty, and after-sales support, enabling customers to make informed and confident decisions when purchasing used cars.
Auro Travel
Venture Round in 2019
Auro Travel is the largest provider of private vehicle services in Spain, specializing in offering a car service with a driver that is legal, professional, and discreet. The company focuses on delivering a personalized experience, adapting to the unique needs of each client. Auro Travel operates a ride-hailing platform that facilitates comfortable and reliable transportation for individuals, as well as tailored services for businesses and special events. Clients can conveniently book rides through an online tool or mobile application, ensuring affordable and accessible transportation options. With a commitment to professionalism and discretion, Auro Travel guarantees a seamless and satisfactory service.
InstaCarro
Series A in 2019
InstaCarro is an online platform based in São Paulo, Brazil, that facilitates the buying and selling of used cars. Founded in July 2015 by Diego Fischer and Luca Cafici, the company offers a marketplace where individuals can sell their vehicles directly to professional traders. InstaCarro provides sellers with the convenience of online quotes, competitive pricing, and immediate payment following vehicle inspections. For buyers, the platform features a large inventory of pre-inspected cars, complete with detailed photos and reports, ensuring transparency and reliability. Additionally, InstaCarro guarantees an immediate return if a purchased car does not meet the reported conditions, thereby enhancing confidence in the buying process.
Parts Market
Seed Round in 2019
Parts Market operates an online marketplace that connects automotive professionals and private buyers with licensed auto dismantlers to source high-quality used and remanufactured OEM parts. The platform is designed to facilitate transactions between body shops, mechanics, and dismantlers, ensuring a standardized service experience that includes warranties and customer support. By providing access to competitively priced parts, Parts Market aims to enhance the purchasing process for its customers while promoting sustainability through the reuse of automotive components.
Alephee
Seed Round in 2019
Aleph is a company that provides a cloud-based platform aimed at enhancing e-commerce for brands, particularly in the Aftermarket Automotive industry. It facilitates visibility into online sales across various marketplaces, including Mercado Libre, Amazon, and Shopee. By enabling brands to connect with resellers, Aleph allows for the sharing of catalogs and inventory, which helps increase sales and market share while optimizing logistics costs. The platform standardizes distributor catalogs and integrates supply and online sales processes, allowing companies to list their products on e-commerce sites and receive automatic updates on stock and pricing. This comprehensive approach connects the commercial chain, ultimately driving revenue growth for its users.
InstaCarro
Series A in 2018
InstaCarro is an online platform based in São Paulo, Brazil, that facilitates the buying and selling of used cars. Founded in July 2015 by Diego Fischer and Luca Cafici, the company offers a marketplace where individuals can sell their vehicles directly to professional traders. InstaCarro provides sellers with the convenience of online quotes, competitive pricing, and immediate payment following vehicle inspections. For buyers, the platform features a large inventory of pre-inspected cars, complete with detailed photos and reports, ensuring transparency and reliability. Additionally, InstaCarro guarantees an immediate return if a purchased car does not meet the reported conditions, thereby enhancing confidence in the buying process.
InstaCarro
Series A in 2017
InstaCarro is an online platform based in São Paulo, Brazil, that facilitates the buying and selling of used cars. Founded in July 2015 by Diego Fischer and Luca Cafici, the company offers a marketplace where individuals can sell their vehicles directly to professional traders. InstaCarro provides sellers with the convenience of online quotes, competitive pricing, and immediate payment following vehicle inspections. For buyers, the platform features a large inventory of pre-inspected cars, complete with detailed photos and reports, ensuring transparency and reliability. Additionally, InstaCarro guarantees an immediate return if a purchased car does not meet the reported conditions, thereby enhancing confidence in the buying process.
Fair
Seed Round in 2017
Fair is a car leasing company headquartered in Santa Monica, California, founded in 2016. The company has developed a mobile application that facilitates vehicle leasing services, allowing users to shop for, get approved for, and pay for a car directly from their smartphones using only a driver's license and a bank account. Fair's platform offers customers the flexibility to choose their desired vehicle, select mileage options, and manage payments all within the app. This innovative approach embodies the car-as-a-service (CaaS) model, providing individuals with the freedom to drive the car they want for as long as they wish, while also allowing them the option to return the vehicle at any time without the long-term commitments typically associated with traditional vehicle financing or leasing.
Instamotor
Seed Round in 2017
Instamotor, established in 2014 and headquartered in San Francisco, operates an online platform facilitating the buying and selling of used cars. It offers a safe, free marketplace where users can list, browse, and transact vehicles. Notably, Instamotor pre-screens vehicles for fraud, protecting buyers from scams. The company's platform also integrates financing options, providing real-time credit prequalification and fixed pricing, making the car-buying process more efficient and less time-consuming.
OpenSooq
Seed Round in 2017
OpenSooq is an online classified platform that facilitates the trading of property, cars, products, and services primarily in the Middle East and North Africa region. This platform allows sellers to directly offer their goods and services to millions of potential buyers without the need for intermediaries. Users can explore a diverse range of categories, including automotive, real estate, and electronics, making it easier for buyers to find what they need. By aggregating various marketplaces, OpenSooq enhances the connection and interaction between buyers and sellers, simplifying the process of commerce in the region.
caroobi
Series A in 2017
Caroobi GmbH, established in 2015 and headquartered in Berlin, Germany, operates as an integrated marketplace for automotive aftersales services. The company specializes in streamlining the repair experience for customers by offering a wide range of car repair services and replacement parts through its network of workshops. These services include transmission repair, engine and cylinder head gasket replacement, motor services, inspection and quality checks, gear repair, turbocharger and coupling changes, timing belt and chain replacement, and car wrapping. Caroobi also provides auto parts such as engine exchange parts, transmission replacement parts, and turbocharger exchange parts. The company's platform enables users to book these services at transparent and fixed prices, aiming to revolutionize the automotive aftersales industry across Europe and beyond. As of June 15, 2020, Caroobi operates as a subsidiary of Deutsches Werkstattnetz GmbH.
ServX
Convertible Note in 2017
ServX is an Indian network of automobile workshops that simplifies the maintenance experience for vehicle owners. It helps users identify and select the most suitable authorized service providers in their vicinity. The platform facilitates the entire process, allowing customers to book appointments and track the maintenance status in real time. By connecting automobile owners with reliable workshops, ServX aims to enhance convenience and ensure quality service in vehicle maintenance.
Bulk MRO Industrial Supply
Seed Round in 2017
Bulk MRO Industrial Supply Pvt. Ltd. is a Mumbai-based distributor of maintenance, repair, and operations products. Founded in 2016, the company provides a comprehensive range of items, including abrasives, adhesives, cleaning equipment, electrical equipment, fasteners, hand tools, lighting products, office supplies, and safety products. It serves a diverse array of sectors such as automobile, chemical, FMCG, hospitality, manufacturing, mining, oil and gas, pharmaceuticals, and power. As a global B2B platform, Bulk MRO caters to numerous large corporations and government clients across North America, Europe, India, the Middle East, and Africa, positioning itself as a one-stop shop for millions of products sourced from thousands of manufacturers.
Fair
Seed Round in 2017
Fair is a car leasing company headquartered in Santa Monica, California, founded in 2016. The company has developed a mobile application that facilitates vehicle leasing services, allowing users to shop for, get approved for, and pay for a car directly from their smartphones using only a driver's license and a bank account. Fair's platform offers customers the flexibility to choose their desired vehicle, select mileage options, and manage payments all within the app. This innovative approach embodies the car-as-a-service (CaaS) model, providing individuals with the freedom to drive the car they want for as long as they wish, while also allowing them the option to return the vehicle at any time without the long-term commitments typically associated with traditional vehicle financing or leasing.
OpenSooq
Convertible Note in 2016
OpenSooq is an online classified platform that facilitates the trading of property, cars, products, and services primarily in the Middle East and North Africa region. This platform allows sellers to directly offer their goods and services to millions of potential buyers without the need for intermediaries. Users can explore a diverse range of categories, including automotive, real estate, and electronics, making it easier for buyers to find what they need. By aggregating various marketplaces, OpenSooq enhances the connection and interaction between buyers and sellers, simplifying the process of commerce in the region.
InstaCarro
Seed Round in 2016
InstaCarro is an online platform based in São Paulo, Brazil, that facilitates the buying and selling of used cars. Founded in July 2015 by Diego Fischer and Luca Cafici, the company offers a marketplace where individuals can sell their vehicles directly to professional traders. InstaCarro provides sellers with the convenience of online quotes, competitive pricing, and immediate payment following vehicle inspections. For buyers, the platform features a large inventory of pre-inspected cars, complete with detailed photos and reports, ensuring transparency and reliability. Additionally, InstaCarro guarantees an immediate return if a purchased car does not meet the reported conditions, thereby enhancing confidence in the buying process.
caroobi
Seed Round in 2016
Caroobi GmbH, established in 2015 and headquartered in Berlin, Germany, operates as an integrated marketplace for automotive aftersales services. The company specializes in streamlining the repair experience for customers by offering a wide range of car repair services and replacement parts through its network of workshops. These services include transmission repair, engine and cylinder head gasket replacement, motor services, inspection and quality checks, gear repair, turbocharger and coupling changes, timing belt and chain replacement, and car wrapping. Caroobi also provides auto parts such as engine exchange parts, transmission replacement parts, and turbocharger exchange parts. The company's platform enables users to book these services at transparent and fixed prices, aiming to revolutionize the automotive aftersales industry across Europe and beyond. As of June 15, 2020, Caroobi operates as a subsidiary of Deutsches Werkstattnetz GmbH.
Panjo
Series A in 2015
Panjo is a mobile marketplace catering to passionate automobile, sports, and hobby enthusiasts. Recognizing that existing marketplaces inadequately serve this demographic, Panjo provides a community-based platform where users can buy and sell products, parts, and accessories. The marketplace addresses the inefficiencies of traditional purchasing methods, which often present security risks and administrative challenges. By offering a streamlined and secure online environment, Panjo enables its users to easily access a wide variety of products, facilitating transactions among peers in a more efficient manner. Each year, this niche audience collectively spends $15 billion, highlighting the potential for growth and community engagement within this specialized marketplace.
AutoFi
Seed Round in 2015
AutoFi, Inc. operates an online auto finance platform that simplifies the process of applying for and securing auto loans. Founded in 2015 and based in San Francisco, California, AutoFi provides a seamless user experience for consumers looking to purchase and finance vehicles entirely online. The platform connects car buyers with authorized dealerships and a network of lenders, allowing for an automated application and approval process. Key features include the ability to select financing and lease terms, estimate trade-in values, choose rebates, and schedule appointments—all designed to enhance the car buying experience. By offering instant, customizable financing decisions, AutoFi enables customers to complete their vehicle purchases in a straightforward and efficient manner.
Breeze
Seed Round in 2014
Breeze Labs, Inc. is an online platform that allows users to earn income through on-demand car services. Founded in 2013 and based in San Francisco, the company initially focused on providing fleet management technology to modernize car ownership, making it more flexible and accessible. Although Breeze launched its services in 2014 and expanded its operations to several major cities, including Los Angeles, Seattle, Chicago, Washington, and Boston, it suspended operations as of July 2016 and is no longer accepting new customers for its leasing platform.
Roadster
Seed Round in 2014
Roadster is a developer of an automotive e-commerce platform that simplifies the car buying process for consumers and dealerships alike. Its proprietary technology enables dealerships to create digital storefronts on their websites, facilitating a seamless experience whether customers are shopping in-store, online, or on the go. The platform integrates essential features such as car pricing, trade-in values, and financing options, allowing dealers to adopt a multichannel sales approach. This innovation enhances customer satisfaction, increases sales close rates, and reduces the time required for the sales process, ultimately lowering sales costs for dealerships.
Parts Market
Seed Round in 2014
Parts Market operates an online marketplace that connects automotive professionals and private buyers with licensed auto dismantlers to source high-quality used and remanufactured OEM parts. The platform is designed to facilitate transactions between body shops, mechanics, and dismantlers, ensuring a standardized service experience that includes warranties and customer support. By providing access to competitively priced parts, Parts Market aims to enhance the purchasing process for its customers while promoting sustainability through the reuse of automotive components.
Wunder Mobility
Seed Round in 2013
Wunder Mobility is a provider of software and hardware solutions focused on vehicle sharing and carpooling. The company offers a highly customizable software platform that facilitates vehicle sharing, enabling users to access transportation options efficiently. Additionally, Wunder Mobility has developed a sharing-ready vehicle program through collaborations with manufacturers. The platform also includes community-based services that assist commuters in booking available seats in neighbors' cars, aiming to reduce traffic congestion. This service allows passengers to obtain rides at a cost comparable to public transportation while enabling drivers to recoup expenses associated with their trips. Overall, Wunder Mobility is dedicated to enhancing shared mobility solutions.
Fleequid
Fleequid operates a digital marketplace platform that facilitates the rental of passenger transport vehicles across Europe. It connects operators, making the process of vehicle acquisition simple, swift, and transparent. The platform enhances transactions by providing detailed vehicle information and images, along with quality technical support, enabling clients to make well-informed decisions.
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