In the last year, the venture capital arm of the UK’s largest automotive manufacturer, InMotion Ventures, become one of the most active investors in mobility and transport, investing in 11 companies in 2017 alone. By investing in mobility services, data analytics, travel and lifestyle, fintech and insurtech, they’ll set themselves up for success in the ever-changing transportation landscape. If you’re interested in which companies have been invested in, take a look at the list below and get ready for transportation innovation like you’ve never seen before.
Lyft
Lyft is obviously the fastest growing ride-sharing platform in the US, which has tripled its revenues in 2017 and launched its services in Canada
By Miles
By Miles is providing dynamically priced insurance policies for low mileage drivers based in the UK, using telematics data
Cove
This company provides dynamic car-pooling services for residential developments and hotels in Hong Kong.
Dovu
This company uses blockchain technology to give individuals control over their personal travel data so they can earn rewards and cash incentives for sharing it
Go Kid
This company is innovating car-pooling with an app for parents that makes it easier than ever to get your children where they need to go.
Sheprd
This company is a leading provider of on-demand mobility solutions for children and parents, operating their own fleet of smart school buses with approved drivers
Splt
Splt provides impactful solutions for employers who want to encourage employee car-pooling to meet sustainability targets
Synaptiv
Synaptiv collects and processes vehicle data to support decision-making and provide analytical insight to OEMs and third parties
Validated
This company enables retailers to reward loyal customers by reimbursing parking and transport costs
Wluper
This company develops an artificial intelligence-powered personal travel assistant, breaking new ground in voice recognition
Zeelo
Zeelo is a demand-responsive coach travel which eases travel between cities and to events through data. Read more about innovative startups on TechCo
