Stellantis

Stellantis is a multinational automotive manufacturer formed in 2021 from the merger of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles and Peugeot S.A., ranking among the world's largest original equipment manufacturers by vehicle sales. It offers mobility solutions through electrification and software initiatives and aims to develop an ecosystem of strategic partnerships to support a transition to sustainable mobility. The company markets a broad lineup including mainstream passenger vehicles, SUVs, pickup trucks and commercial vehicles under brands such as Fiat, Jeep, Chrysler, Ram, Peugeot, Citroën, Opel, Alfa Romeo and Maserati, and it sold about 5.5 million vehicles in 2024 across Europe, North America and South America.

Adam Bazih

Managing Director and Global Head of Stellantis Ventures

Natalie Knight

Past deals in Automotive

Viaduct

Series B in 2024
Viaduct, Inc. is a technology company based in Menlo Park, California, specializing in a machine learning and data analytics platform designed for original equipment manufacturers. Founded in 2018, Viaduct enables the management and analysis of connected vehicle data, offering solutions that include predictive maintenance, driver identification, and accident risk prediction. Its software enhances the transmission of vehicle data by intelligently compressing and optimizing it, ensuring that critical information can be sent to the cloud efficiently. Viaduct's offerings also encompass quality assurance, in-vehicle personalization, incident alerts, and claims management, providing comprehensive tools for improving driver safety and operational effectiveness.

CloudMade

Acquisition in 2024
CloudMade, established in 2005 and headquartered in London with offices in Menlo Park and Kyiv, specializes in developing open-source mapping software and machine learning platforms for the automotive industry. The company offers tools like iOS maps toolkit, Navi Studio, Web Maps Studio, Style Editor, and Mobile SDKs, enabling developers to create interactive maps and geolocation services for web and mobile applications. Additionally, CloudMade provides Mapzen, an online community mapping tool, and Mapzen POI Collector for user-generated content. Post-acquisition by Valeo SA in 2016, CloudMade focuses on simplifying automotive user experiences through machine learning tools, user experience expertise, and engineering capabilities, collaborating with OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers worldwide.

Tiamat

Venture Round in 2024
Tiamat is a French company based in Amiens that specializes in designing, developing, and manufacturing sodium-ion battery cells for both mobility and stationary energy storage applications. Established in late 2017 as a spin-off from the CEA and CNRS, Tiamat focuses on innovative energy storage solutions. Its sodium-ion technology is characterized by fast-charging capabilities, high power density, and enhanced cycle life, making it suitable for a variety of power applications. The company is committed to advancing its technology and collaborates with various industrial partners and end users to qualify its prototypes, aiming to meet the growing demand for efficient and long-lasting battery solutions.

Niron Magnetics

Venture Round in 2023
Niron Magnetics, Inc. is a Minneapolis-based company founded in 2013, specializing in the development and manufacturing of permanent magnets made from advanced iron nitride materials. These innovative magnets are designed for various industrial applications, including motors and generators, where they offer enhanced performance and efficiency. Niron's iron nitride magnets feature high magnetization and greater magnetic flux density compared to traditional ferrite and NdFeB-based magnets, enabling manufacturers in sectors such as automotive and computing to reduce size and weight without sacrificing power or torque. Additionally, Niron Magnetics collaborates with government entities and investors to promote national security initiatives through their cutting-edge technology.

Leapmotor

Corporate Round in 2023
Founded in 2015, Leapmotor is a Hangzhou-based electric vehicle manufacturer focusing on intelligent design, R&D, motor control, battery systems, and cloud computing solutions. It emphasizes engineering culture and pursues technological innovation.

Lyten

Series B in 2023
Lyten is an advanced materials company focused on low-carbon solutions. It converts methane-derived carbon into a tunable 3D graphene material that underpins decarbonization applications. The company develops lithium-sulfur battery technology aimed at automotive, aerospace, and defense sectors, seeking higher energy density, longer range, faster charging, and improved safety while reducing carbon footprint. It is also developing a polymer composite that can reduce plastic usage by about 50% without compromising structural integrity or impact resistance. Additionally, Lyten is advancing next-generation sensors with enhanced sensitivity and selectivity for automotive, industrial, health, and safety applications.

Nauto

Venture Round in 2023
Nauto is an AI technology company that improves commercial fleet safety through its intelligent driver safety system. This system assesses driver behavior to reduce distracted driving and prevent collisions, enabling real-time feedback and analysis for fleet managers. Nauto's platform also powers the development of autonomous vehicle technology.

Viaduct

Pre Seed Round in 2023
Viaduct, Inc. is a technology company based in Menlo Park, California, specializing in a machine learning and data analytics platform designed for original equipment manufacturers. Founded in 2018, Viaduct enables the management and analysis of connected vehicle data, offering solutions that include predictive maintenance, driver identification, and accident risk prediction. Its software enhances the transmission of vehicle data by intelligently compressing and optimizing it, ensuring that critical information can be sent to the cloud efficiently. Viaduct's offerings also encompass quality assurance, in-vehicle personalization, incident alerts, and claims management, providing comprehensive tools for improving driver safety and operational effectiveness.

Envisics

Venture Round in 2023
Envisics Limited is an automotive technology company based in Milton Keynes, United Kingdom, specializing in the design and development of holographic projection systems and computation algorithms for head-up and head-mounted displays. Founded in 2009, the company focuses on light manipulation through phase-only holography, leveraging advanced holographic and laser-based technologies to deliver high-quality images. Envisics aims to transform automotive displays and enhance the in-car experience by partnering with leading automakers and tier-one suppliers. Its dynamic holography platform enables the creation of head-up display images that overlay information seamlessly onto the driver’s field of view, thereby improving safety and providing essential driving information without distraction.

Electra Vehicles

Venture Round in 2023
Electra Vehicles, Inc. is a Boston-based company founded in 2015 that specializes in developing advanced battery design and control software for the electric vehicle and electric fleet industries. Its primary offerings include EVE.Ai 360 Adaptive Controls, which leverage artificial intelligence to optimize battery pack management through machine learning predictive algorithms. This technology is embedded in electric vehicles and connects to the Cloud to enhance charging performance, range, and overall battery lifespan. Additionally, Electra's EnPower Design Suite provides battery engineers with access to a comprehensive database of over 300 cell options, facilitating early-stage cell selection and rapid simulation. The company's solutions aim to address critical design and performance challenges within the electric vehicle sector, ultimately supporting the acceleration of global electrification efforts.

Lyten

Series B in 2023
Lyten is an advanced materials company focused on low-carbon solutions. It converts methane-derived carbon into a tunable 3D graphene material that underpins decarbonization applications. The company develops lithium-sulfur battery technology aimed at automotive, aerospace, and defense sectors, seeking higher energy density, longer range, faster charging, and improved safety while reducing carbon footprint. It is also developing a polymer composite that can reduce plastic usage by about 50% without compromising structural integrity or impact resistance. Additionally, Lyten is advancing next-generation sensors with enhanced sensitivity and selectivity for automotive, industrial, health, and safety applications.

Symbio

Corporate Round in 2023
Symbio is a company that specializes in designing and manufacturing hydrogen fuel cell kits suitable for various electric vehicles, including utility vehicles, vans, buses, heavy-goods vehicles, and boats. Established in 2010 and headquartered in Fontaine, France, the company provides hydrogen solutions aimed at both light and heavy-duty vehicles. In addition to its core product offerings, Symbio is involved in digital services that facilitate vehicle repair and remote fleet management. As a subsidiary of Faurecia Michelin Hydrogen Company, Symbio is positioned within the growing sector of hydrogen technology, contributing to advancements in sustainable transportation.

Alliance Nickel

Post in 2023
Alliance Nickel Limited is an exploration and development company focused on nickel, cobalt, and gold in Western Australia. Its principal asset is the 100% owned NiWest Nickel Cobalt Project, which features one of Australia's highest-grade undeveloped nickel laterite deposits and is strategically located near Glencore's Murrin Murrin Operations. The company has established access to essential mining infrastructure, including a road network, railway, and gas pipeline. A completed Pre-Feasibility Study has confirmed the technical and economic viability of utilizing heap leach and direct solvent extraction methods to produce low-cost, high-quality Class 1 nickel and cobalt sulphate, targeting the growing demand from battery manufacturers and automakers within the Electric Vehicle sector.

Envisics

Series C in 2023
Envisics Limited is an automotive technology company based in Milton Keynes, United Kingdom, specializing in the design and development of holographic projection systems and computation algorithms for head-up and head-mounted displays. Founded in 2009, the company focuses on light manipulation through phase-only holography, leveraging advanced holographic and laser-based technologies to deliver high-quality images. Envisics aims to transform automotive displays and enhance the in-car experience by partnering with leading automakers and tier-one suppliers. Its dynamic holography platform enables the creation of head-up display images that overlay information seamlessly onto the driver’s field of view, thereby improving safety and providing essential driving information without distraction.

Electra Vehicles

Series A in 2023
Electra Vehicles, Inc. is a Boston-based company founded in 2015 that specializes in developing advanced battery design and control software for the electric vehicle and electric fleet industries. Its primary offerings include EVE.Ai 360 Adaptive Controls, which leverage artificial intelligence to optimize battery pack management through machine learning predictive algorithms. This technology is embedded in electric vehicles and connects to the Cloud to enhance charging performance, range, and overall battery lifespan. Additionally, Electra's EnPower Design Suite provides battery engineers with access to a comprehensive database of over 300 cell options, facilitating early-stage cell selection and rapid simulation. The company's solutions aim to address critical design and performance challenges within the electric vehicle sector, ultimately supporting the acceleration of global electrification efforts.

AImotive

Acquisition in 2022
AImotive develops automated driving technology, including self-driving software, simulation tools, and neural network acceleration hardware IP. It seeks to enable deployment of automated driving by offering scalable, modular, and hardware-agnostic solutions that suit a range of partners and environments. With expertise in artificial intelligence, sensor fusion, and 3D graphics, AImotive builds an ecosystem to support real-world autonomous driving workloads and industry collaboration. Its technology aims to provide a safe and affordable autonomous mobility option across diverse climates and cultures, delivering a practical self-driving alternative for everyday rides.

Auto24

Funding Round in 2022
Auto24 is a direct-to-consumer used car company that provides new, innovative solutions to ensure transactions are transparent and secure.

AfriCar Group

Corporate Round in 2022
AfriCar Group operates online automotive marketplaces across Africa, connecting buyers and sellers of new, used, and second-hand cars, motorbikes, and trucks. It facilitates digital vehicle transactions and supports local businesses in transitioning from offline processes to digital operations.

Factorial Energy

Series D in 2022
Factorial Energy ("Factorial") has pioneered a new solid-state electrolyte material battery technology, FEST™ (Factorial Electrolyte System Technology™). Factorial will bring a more powerful battery product with longer range and higher degree of safety to the global electric vehicle (EV) market.

First Investors Financial Services

Acquisition in 2021
First Investors Financial Services Group, Inc. is a consumer finance company based in Houston, Texas, that focuses on lending to individuals with impaired credit profiles. Established in 1988, the company specializes in originating and holding retail installment sales contracts and promissory notes secured by new and used automobiles and light trucks, primarily sourced from factory-authorized franchised dealers or refinanced directly with vehicle owners. In addition to its core lending activities, First Investors also engages in purchasing receivables through portfolio acquisitions and offers third-party servicing for unaffiliated entities. The company has been privately held since November 2012 and operates as a subsidiary of FIFS Holdings Corp.
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