Trucks Venture Capital

Trucks Venture Capital, established in 2015 and based in San Francisco, California, is an early-stage venture capital firm focused on investing in the transportation sector. The company supports entrepreneurs driving innovation in autonomous, connected, and shared vehicles, as well as transportation software.

Reilly Brennan

General Partner

Puneeth Meruva

Partner

Jason Townsend

CFO

Past deals in Public Transportation

BasiGo

Series A in 2024
BasiGo is an e-mobility start-up focused on transforming public transportation in Kenya and Rwanda by providing electric buses as a cost-effective alternative to diesel. The company employs a pay-as-you-go model, which simplifies the transition for bus operators by including maintenance and battery charging in the financing plan. BasiGo's electric buses are designed to operate throughout the day on a single charge, utilizing proven and safe battery technology. This approach not only addresses the rising costs of diesel fuel but also aims to make electric buses affordable and accessible to all bus owners, thereby promoting sustainable and efficient public transport solutions in the region.

BasiGo

Seed Round in 2022
BasiGo is an e-mobility start-up focused on transforming public transportation in Kenya and Rwanda by providing electric buses as a cost-effective alternative to diesel. The company employs a pay-as-you-go model, which simplifies the transition for bus operators by including maintenance and battery charging in the financing plan. BasiGo's electric buses are designed to operate throughout the day on a single charge, utilizing proven and safe battery technology. This approach not only addresses the rising costs of diesel fuel but also aims to make electric buses affordable and accessible to all bus owners, thereby promoting sustainable and efficient public transport solutions in the region.

Token Transit

Seed Round in 2019
Token Transit, Inc. specializes in mobile ticketing and payment solutions for public transportation agencies in the United States and Canada. Founded in 2015 and based in San Francisco, the company offers an application that enables users to purchase transit fares using credit, debit, and commuter benefit cards. Over 200 municipal and regional transportation agencies utilize Token Transit’s software and hardware solutions, enhancing the convenience of public transit for riders. The application is compatible with both iOS and Android devices, allowing users to acquire passes directly through popular navigation apps like Google Maps and Apple Maps. Additionally, the platform supports unbanked and underbanked individuals by providing payment options through Cash App Pay, facilitating broader access to public transportation services.

Joby Aviation

Series B in 2019
Joby Aviation, LLC is an electric mobility company focused on developing fully electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Santa Cruz, California, Joby aims to provide air-transportation-as-a-service by operating a fast, quiet, and convenient air taxi service set to launch in 2024. The aircraft is designed to carry a pilot and four passengers, with a range of 150 miles on a single charge and speeds reaching up to 200 mph. By delivering an innovative air transportation solution, Joby Aviation seeks to alleviate urban congestion and promote sustainable transit alternatives.

Joby Aviation

Series A in 2016
Joby Aviation, LLC is an electric mobility company focused on developing fully electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Santa Cruz, California, Joby aims to provide air-transportation-as-a-service by operating a fast, quiet, and convenient air taxi service set to launch in 2024. The aircraft is designed to carry a pilot and four passengers, with a range of 150 miles on a single charge and speeds reaching up to 200 mph. By delivering an innovative air transportation solution, Joby Aviation seeks to alleviate urban congestion and promote sustainable transit alternatives.
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