Mark Anderson
The UK automotive industry has seen an influx of startups in the recent years, particularly those born after 2020. Operating in a highly complex and pressured environment, these startups bring with them unique solutions ranging from advanced technologies like Artificial Intelligence to a focus on sustainability and streamlined supply chain management. Here, we spotlight companies headquartered in England using innovative approaches to address challenges and create new opportunities in the Automotive industry.
The Automotive startup space has been highly dynamic and innovative, especially in the wake of the challenges posed by the global pandemic. Startups are leveraging the power of technology and the drive for sustainability to offer solutions that are transforming the automotive landscape. Let’s dive into some of these innovative startups operating in England and learn more about their unique propositions.
As we navigate through a selection of these innovative startups, we discover groundbreaking technologies, environmentally-friendly approaches, and disruptive business models that all hold the potential to reshape the automotive industry. These companies are pioneering the future of transportation, setting out a vision that is not only technologically sophisticated but also sustainable and user-friendly.
Kavida.ai
Located in London and founded by Anam Rahman and Sumit Sinha, Kavida.ai operates at the intersection of Automotive, Fashion, Software, and Supply Chain Management. Kavida.ai is an FMS system helping procurement teams ensure on-time inbound deliveries and detects risks earlier. They aim to build deeper supplier relationships and streamline fulfillment processes. Twitter, LinkedIn.
Riviera Circle
Riviera Circle is a London, UK-based Automotive and IT startup that brings together car owners with global luxury brands via accurate targeting. The venture was initiated by founders James Kenyon and Kemal Cenan. Their app uses smart technology to authenticate user car ownership and provide highly tailored content. Facebook, LinkedIn.
Lendwheel
Lendwheel provides an all-inclusive car subscription service for everyday drivers in the UK. The London-based startup connects car owners with potential hirers through a safe online platform. Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn.
iPRODUCE
A part of London’s innovative Automotive startup ecosystem, iPRODUCE offers a digital space that fosters co-creation ventures and provides creative tools that support multiplayer interrelations, generative product design and lifecycle management. Twitter, LinkedIn.
Total Vehicle Checker
The London-based startup Total Vehicle Checker operates in the Automotive, Legal, and Transportation Industries. Facebook, LinkedIn.
Regulativ.ai
Regulativ.ai provides cyber risk management solutions for firms across the Automotive, Artificial Intelligence, Cyber Security, Information Technology, InsurTech, Oil and Gas, Software industries. The start-up, located in London and founded by Jinal Shah and Mark Weston, offers a comprehensive platform for all cyber-related data points and automating internal governance and external reporting. LinkedIn.
Grayscale AI
Led in London by founder Dragos, Grayscale AI brings next-generation computer vision and neuromorphic AI to increase efficiency, lower costs and improve sustainability across industries including Aerospace, Automotive, Autonomous Vehicles, Computer Vision, Logistics, Machine Learning and Robotics. LinkedIn.
Track Titan
Motorsports is loved by millions but understood by few. We are here to change that at scale through data-based insights. Backed by car manufacturer Porsche, Europe’s biggest publishing house Axel Springer, Superbet, Ascension, Concept Ventures, Antler and some amazing angels. You can follow their journey on LinkedIn.
Pre Purchase Inspection
Based in London, Pre Purchase Inspections UK offers a mobile service for used vehicle inspections within a 60-mile radius of London. They help consumers save on potential repair costs. Twitter, Facebook.
Zest
London-based EV charging startup Zest Eco is democratizing EV adoption in the UK by providing solutions for public charging infrastructure. LinkedIn.
