Plug and Play

Plug and Play, founded in 2006 and based in Sunnyvale, California, operates as a business accelerator and venture capital firm that focuses on early-stage and seed investments in technology startups. The firm runs 12 industry-specific accelerator programs annually, connecting startups with corporate partners and investors to foster collaboration and growth. Plug and Play's investment strategy encompasses a wide range of sectors, including fintech, health and wellness, travel, cybersecurity, and sustainability, allowing it to support diverse startups from any country. The firm provides various resources, including funding, mentorship, office space, and networking opportunities, and has a global presence with offices in North America, Europe, and Asia. Plug and Play has a strong track record, having helped numerous startups secure over $9 billion in funding since its inception. Its programs aim to refine business models and facilitate introductions to potential investors, ultimately contributing to the growth of the startup ecosystem.

Saeed Amidi

Co-Founder & Co-Chief Executive Officer

Kiswana Browne

Associate

Gabriela Dow

Co-Founder and Partner

Matt Helmers

Director of Strategy and Innovation

Alex Roudi

Managing Partner, San Diego

Marc Steiner

General Counsel

Jupe Tan

Managing Partner, Asia Pacific & Senior Vice President, Global Operations

Phillip Vincent

Managing Partner, East Asia

Chen Zhao

Managing Partner, China

Past deals in Automotive

2trde

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

AutoX

Series A in 2019
AutoX, Inc. is a self-driving car startup based in San Jose, California, founded in 2016. The company focuses on developing software solutions for autonomous vehicles, utilizing a camera-based system combined with artificial intelligence to achieve level 5 full autonomy. AutoX aims to enhance universal access to transportation by offering AI drivers that navigate challenging and dynamic urban traffic scenarios. By leveraging low-cost sensors and advanced AI technology, AutoX provides safe, reliable, and affordable autonomous delivery services, facilitating the transition to fully driverless cars and improving the convenience of everyday life for users.

Ducktrain

Convertible Note in 2019
Multiple vehicles (we call them ducks) can form a train for efficient transportation on longer distances within cities and industry areas. Ducktrain provides vehicle platforms and automation technology that will change urban and industrial logistics.

Autobon AI

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Autobon Holdings, Inc. specializes in developing vehicle assistance software aimed at enhancing fuel efficiency, safety, and operational effectiveness for truckers and fleet owners. The company's innovative technologies, including Autobon Visor and CargoCam, facilitate the tracking and monitoring of cargo and trucks, thereby improving overall logistics management. Founded in 2016 and based in Rolling Meadows, Illinois, Autobon is committed to transforming existing semi-trucks into safer and more automated vehicles. By providing a low-cost autopilot platform, Autobon empowers America's truck drivers and fleets to engage with the evolving landscape of autonomous transportation.

CarIQ

Series A in 2019
CarIQ is the new connected car ecosystem where car owners are empowered with data to demand the highest attention and services. CarIQ platform connects cars to their owners, and to the various service providers such as auto manufacturers, OEM, car insurance providers, auto dealership, auto workshop, roadside assistance providers, breakdown service provider, government agencies etc. CarIQ can help infrastructure providers and city planners to take maximum advantage of 'Internet of Things'

Indacar

Seed Round in 2018
Car intelligence service to improve retention and loyalty with dealerships

Trillium Secure

Series A in 2018
Trillium provides in-vehicle cybersecurity protection for connected vehicles.

Less Technologies Inc.

Seed Round in 2017
More Affordable and Flexible Car Lease

Garage

Seed Round in 2017
Garage is a platform that provides high-quality car maintenance services on-demand. Through our platform, we connect our users with the best car mechanics in their town, aiming to give the best overall experience around the car maintenance industry.

Automobi

Seed Round in 2016
Automobi is a platform that helps vehicle owners keep the health of the car up to date. Through algorithms, Automobi can understand the needs of users and connect them to more than 100,000 workshops and dealerships throughout Brazil.