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Automotive & EVs startups founded in 2021
81 automotive & EVs startups founded in 2021 have raised money in rounds we track. These are the 50 that have raised the most, $4.1B between them, with the United States the most common home.
- 1SK onSK on develops and manufactures high-energy density electric vehicle batteries.
SK on develops and manufactures high-energy density electric vehicle batteries.
Founded 2021Seoul$1.4Blast round Jul 2025 - 2
WaabiWaabi is an artificial intelligence company based in Toronto, Canada, specializing in autonomous self-driving technology for long-haul trucking.Waabi is an artificial intelligence company based in Toronto, Canada, specializing in autonomous self-driving technology for long-haul trucking.
Founded 2021Toronto, Canada$1.0Blast round Jan 2026 - 3
HarbingerHarbinger is a commercial electric vehicle (EV) company based in Garden Grove, California.Harbinger is a commercial electric vehicle (EV) company based in Garden Grove, California.
Founded 2021Garden Grove, United States$500Mlast round Nov 2026 - 4
Electric English VehiclesElectric English Vehicles is a UK-based automotive company dedicated to creating hand-built electric versions of classic cars.Electric English Vehicles is a UK-based automotive company dedicated to creating hand-built electric versions of classic cars.
Founded 2021United Kingdom$216Mlast round Jun 2026 - 5
TeradarTeradar is a Boston-based deep-tech startup founded in 2020, specializing in terahertz (THz) vision technology.Teradar is a Boston-based deep-tech startup founded in 2020, specializing in terahertz (THz) vision technology.
Founded 2021Boston, United States$150Mlast round Nov 2025 - 6
CavnueCavnue combines technology and road infrastructure to unlock the full potential of connected and autonomous vehicles.Cavnue combines technology and road infrastructure to unlock the full potential of connected and autonomous vehicles.
Founded 2021Washington, United States$130Mlast round Apr 2022 - 7
Mitra ChemMitra Chem is an AI-native manufacturer of lithium-ion battery materials, founded in 2021 and headquartered in Mountain View, California.Mitra Chem is an AI-native manufacturer of lithium-ion battery materials, founded in 2021 and headquartered in Mountain View, California.
Founded 2021Mountain View, United States$91Mlast round Jun 2025 - 8
EncordEncord is an AI-native data infrastructure company that provides a comprehensive platform for managing unstructured data.Encord is an AI-native data infrastructure company that provides a comprehensive platform for managing unstructured data.
Founded 2021San Francisco, United States$60Mlast round Feb 2026 - 9
ServiceUpServiceUp is an autotech startup based in Los Gatos, California, founded in 2020.ServiceUp is an autotech startup based in Los Gatos, California, founded in 2020.
Founded 2021Campbell, United States$55Mlast round Jul 2025 - 10
alvaALVA is an Indonesian electric two-wheeler brand established in 2021 by PT Ilectra Motor Group, a subsidiary of Indika Energy.ALVA is an Indonesian electric two-wheeler brand established in 2021 by PT Ilectra Motor Group, a subsidiary of Indika Energy.
Founded 2021South Tangerang, Indonesia$54Mlast round Aug 2023 - 11
BasiGoBasiGo is a Kenyan electric bus company founded in 2021, headquartered in Nairobi.BasiGo is a Kenyan electric bus company founded in 2021, headquartered in Nairobi.
Founded 2021Nairobi, Kenya$42Mlast round Aug 2026 - 12
VÆRIDIONVÆRIDION is an aircraft manufacturer based in Munich, founded in 2021.VÆRIDION is an aircraft manufacturer based in Munich, founded in 2021.
Founded 2021Munich, Germany$34Mlast round Nov 2026 - 13
DeepDriveDeepDrive provides revolutionary and ultra efficient drive units for electric vehiclesDeepDrive provides revolutionary and ultra efficient drive units for electric vehicles
Founded 2021Múnchen, Germany$34Mlast round Sept 2024 - 14
Range EnergyRange Energy is an electric vehicle technology company focused on the heavy trucking industry.Range Energy is an electric vehicle technology company focused on the heavy trucking industry.
Founded 2021Mountain View, United States$24Mlast round Mar 2024 - 15
CaramelCaramel is a digital sales platform that specializes in the buying and selling of used cars for private parties and independent dealers.Caramel is a digital sales platform that specializes in the buying and selling of used cars for private parties and independent dealers.
Founded 2021Encino, United States$21Mlast round Jul 2024 - 16
PebblePebble is a children’s activity and childcare booking platform operated by Sprout Care Limited in England and Wales.Pebble is a children’s activity and childcare booking platform operated by Sprout Care Limited in England and Wales.
Founded 2021London, United States$20Mlast round Jun 2023 - 17
DodaiDodai is an Ethiopian electric motorcycle manufacturer based in Addis Ababa, founded by Japanese entrepreneur Yuma Sasaki.Dodai is an Ethiopian electric motorcycle manufacturer based in Addis Ababa, founded by Japanese entrepreneur Yuma Sasaki.
Founded 2021Addis Ababa, Ethiopia$17Mlast round May 2026 - 18
Leap24Leap24 facilitates a charging network for electric vans and trucks.Leap24 facilitates a charging network for electric vans and trucks.
Founded 2021Amersfoort, Netherlands$15Mlast round Jul 2022 - 19
MecanizouMecanizou is a technology platform and marketplace based in São Paulo, Brazil, focused on the automotive aftermarket.Mecanizou is a technology platform and marketplace based in São Paulo, Brazil, focused on the automotive aftermarket.
Founded 2021Sao Paulo, Brazil$15Mlast round Mar 2023 - 20Qiangua TechnologyQiangua Technology is a Chinese autonomous driving truck company.
Qiangua Technology is a Chinese autonomous driving truck company.
Founded 2021Beijing$14Mlast round Jan 2024 - 21
EdgeRockEdgeRock offers an automotive integrated brake-by-wire system.EdgeRock offers an automotive integrated brake-by-wire system.
Founded 2021Wuqing$14Mlast round Mar 2024 - 22
Self InspectionSelf Inspection is an AI-powered technology company based in San Diego, California, founded in 2021.Self Inspection is an AI-powered technology company based in San Diego, California, founded in 2021.
Founded 2021San Diego, United States$13Mlast round Jul 2026 - 23
KlubiKlubi Administradora de Consórcio Ltda.Klubi Administradora de Consórcio Ltda.
Founded 2021Sao Paulo, Brazil$13Mlast round Dec 2025 - 24
Carpool LogisticsCarpool Logistics is a technology-driven automotive logistics company based in Atlanta, Georgia.Carpool Logistics is a technology-driven automotive logistics company based in Atlanta, Georgia.
Founded 2021Atlanta, United States$12Mlast round Mar 2025 - 25
AutobiaAutobia is a Saudi-based B2B marketplace founded in 2021, focused on enhancing after-sale automotive businesses.Autobia is a Saudi-based B2B marketplace founded in 2021, focused on enhancing after-sale automotive businesses.
Founded 2021Dammam, Saudi Arabia$12Mlast round Oct 2026 - 26
CaflerCafler is an automotive technology company based in Barcelona, founded in 2021 by Ricard Guillem and Íñigo Diego.Cafler is an automotive technology company based in Barcelona, founded in 2021 by Ricard Guillem and Íñigo Diego.
Founded 2021Barcelona, Spain$11Mlast round Feb 2025 - 27
MovivoltMovivolt is a company that offers professionals long-term electric car rentals.Movivolt is a company that offers professionals long-term electric car rentals.
Founded 2021Issy-les-Moulineaux, France$11Mlast round Jun 2024 - 28
KwettaKwetta is a New Zealand-based company specializing in EV charging technology, founded in 2021 and headquartered in Napier.Kwetta is a New Zealand-based company specializing in EV charging technology, founded in 2021 and headquartered in Napier.
Founded 2021Napier, New Zealand$11Mlast round Jan 2025 - 29
SHAEDSHAED is an AI-powered platform for commercial vehicle procurement and intelligence, founded in 2021 and based in Minneapolis, Minnesota.SHAED is an AI-powered platform for commercial vehicle procurement and intelligence, founded in 2021 and based in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Founded 2021Minneapolis, United States$10Mlast round Mar 2026 - 30
LemmoLEMMO, also known as Lemmo Future, is a Berlin-based startup focused on light electric micro-mobility solutions.LEMMO, also known as Lemmo Future, is a Berlin-based startup focused on light electric micro-mobility solutions.
Founded 2021Berlin, Germany$10Mlast round Jun 2024 - 31
LUXILuxi is a brand design and consulting agency that provides web development, animation, and photography services.Luxi is a brand design and consulting agency that provides web development, animation, and photography services.
Founded 2021London, United Kingdom$8.8Mlast round Sept 2017 - 32
HypervoltHypervolt is a UK-based company specializing in electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions.Hypervolt is a UK-based company specializing in electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions.
Founded 2021London, United Kingdom$8.0Mlast round Sept 2023 - 33
SpecterSpecter provides IT consulting, software development, and digital marketing services.Specter provides IT consulting, software development, and digital marketing services.
Founded 2021Belgium$7.7Mlast round Dec 2024 - 34Saesol TechSaesol Tech is an autonomous V2X security technology company.
Saesol Tech is an autonomous V2X security technology company.
Founded 2021-$7.2Mlast round Sept 2025 - 35EndeavorFounded 2021Suitland, United States$7.0Mlast round Oct 2024
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foloflyfolofly is an manufacturing company that designs and delivers electric vehicle and trucks for private and commercial purposes.
folofly is an manufacturing company that designs and delivers electric vehicle and trucks for private and commercial purposes.
Founded 2021Kyoto, Japan$6.3Mlast round Mar 2026 - 37
Go EveInnovations to accelerate the transition to EVs.Innovations to accelerate the transition to EVs.
Founded 2021United Kingdom$6.1Mlast round Oct 2026 - 38
BluVeinBluVein develops mining machinery, robotics, and power systems.BluVein develops mining machinery, robotics, and power systems.
Founded 2021Northgate, Australia$5.9Mlast round Aug 2025 - 39
GayaGaya, operating as Gaya.ai, is an InsurTech company founded in 2021 by Carl Ziade and Jean-Pierre Vertil.Gaya, operating as Gaya.ai, is an InsurTech company founded in 2021 by Carl Ziade and Jean-Pierre Vertil.
Founded 2021Stanford, France$5.0Mlast round Jul 2024 - 40
Auto Hauler ExchangeAuto Hauler Exchange (AHX) is a B2B vehicle transportation marketplace that connects dealers, auctions, and OEMs directly with a network of over 5,000 vetted carriers.Auto Hauler Exchange (AHX) is a B2B vehicle transportation marketplace that connects dealers, auctions, and OEMs directly with a network of over 5,000 vetted carriers.
Founded 2021Rochester, United States$5.0Mlast round Feb 2025 - 41
Track TitanTrack Titan is a London-based platform that combines AI technology with community features to support motorsport enthusiasts, particularly sim racers and real-wTrack Titan is a London-based platform that combines AI technology with community features to support motorsport enthusiasts, particularly sim racers and real-w
Founded 2021London, United Kingdom$5.0Mlast round Dec 2025 - 42
ReefillaReefilla provides a mobile and predictive charging delivery service for electric vehicles.Reefilla provides a mobile and predictive charging delivery service for electric vehicles.
Founded 2021Turin, Italy$4.8Mlast round Dec 2024 - 43
UVA UKAn e-Hailing based taxi service that puts its people first.An e-Hailing based taxi service that puts its people first.
Founded 2021United Kingdom$4.5Mlast round Oct 2021 - 44
Driveblocksdriveblocks is a Munich-based software and AI company specializing in modular autonomy software for vehicles.driveblocks is a Munich-based software and AI company specializing in modular autonomy software for vehicles.
Founded 2021Muenchen, Germany$4.2Mlast round Feb 2026 - 45
ChaizChaiz, Inc.Chaiz, Inc.
Founded 2021Austin, United States$4.0Mlast round Aug 2024 - 46
Moon Five TechnologiesMoon Five Technologies is a clean energy startup that develops renter-first EV charging solutions for multifamily buildings.Moon Five Technologies is a clean energy startup that develops renter-first EV charging solutions for multifamily buildings.
Founded 2021Berkeley, United States$3.7Mlast round Sept 2026 - 47
Fleet-EProvide a fully consultive approach to businesses & consumers on how they can make the switch to more efficient vehicles.Provide a fully consultive approach to businesses & consumers on how they can make the switch to more efficient vehicles.
Founded 2021United Kingdom$3.5Mlast round Aug 2025 - 48
SimpleCarSimpleCar is a vehicle subscription company based in the Los Angeles area, offering a month-to-month car access model.SimpleCar is a vehicle subscription company based in the Los Angeles area, offering a month-to-month car access model.
Founded 2021Los Angeles, United States$2.7Mlast round Sept 2023 - 49
CarsellCarsell is an automotive company that offers turnkey service solutions for their car.Carsell is an automotive company that offers turnkey service solutions for their car.
Founded 2021Saint-honoré, France$2.5Mlast round Dec 2021 - 50
Bib batteries🔋 At Bib, we are committed to accelerating the shift to sustainable electric mobility.🔋 At Bib, we are committed to accelerating the shift to sustainable electric mobility.
Founded 2021Paris, France$2.4Mlast round Sept 2024
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Garden Grove, United States
United Kingdom
South Tangerang, Indonesia
Nairobi, Kenya
Munich, Germany
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Amersfoort, Netherlands
Sao Paulo, Brazil
Dammam, Saudi Arabia
Barcelona, Spain
Issy-les-Moulineaux, France
Napier, New Zealand
Belgium
Kyoto, Japan
Northgate, Australia
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