Lit Motors

Lit Motors is a startup based in Portland, Oregon, founded in 2010 by Daniel K.

Kim. The company focuses on designing innovative two-wheeled, fully electric vehicles that feature gyroscopically stabilized, self-balancing technology. This technology aims to combine the safety of a car with the freedom of a motorcycle. Their flagship product is the AEV (Autonomous-balancing Electric Vehicle), also known as the C-1, which is a fully enclosed electric vehicle that offers high torque, stability, and the ability to park in tight spaces. Another product is the Kubo cargo scooter, designed for urban cargo transport. Lit Motors targets urban commuters and individuals seeking efficient, safe, and eco-friendly transportation solutions. The company aims to make personal transportation safer and more exciting by integrating freedom, safety, and comfort. As of July 2025, Lit Motors has developed multiple prototypes and plans to begin production in a small plant in Portland, with a target of 300,000 units annually by 2034. The company has raised $19.6 million in funding and employs approximately 11 to 50 people.