Companies in Auto Tech
There are 61,390 companies in Auto Tech which include Grab, Samsara, Bird, Ather Energy, Uber. 9,736 companies in Auto Tech are funded, with 4,761 having secured Series A funding. Till date, the sector has seen the creation of 132 Unicorns. United States has the most number of companies in Auto Tech (12,148), followed by India
(7,533), and then United Kingdom (7,368).
On average, the last 10 years have seen 2,721 new companies launched every year. Most number of Auto Tech startups have been founded by alumni from Stanford University, Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Harvard University.
Here is a List of top companies in Auto Tech

1. Grab
Operator of a platform providing ride, food, mart, and express services. The platform offers options for transportation, food delivery, grocery and goods, and package delivery. It also provides financial services, gift options, and rewards programs for users. Additionally, the platform extends tools and resources for drivers and merchants to facilitate their operations.
Key facts about Grab
- Founded Year: 2012
- Location: Singapore (Singapore)
- Stage: Public
- Total Funding till date: $10.4B
- Investors: Didi, Tokyo Century and 104 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Post IPO, Jul 27, 2021, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 88/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 1 of 390 Competitors

2. Samsara
Platform offering AI-powered and cloud-based vehicle tracking solutions for fleet owners. The platform offers solutions that include vehicle telematics, driver safety management, AI dash cams, camera connectors, mobile workflow, compliance management tools, security task management tools, and asset tracking systems. It provides services to FMCG, oil and gas, logistics and transportation, and industrial automotive.
Key facts about Samsara
- Founded Year: 2015
- Location: San Francisco (United States)
- Stage: Public
- Total Funding till date: $915M
- Investors: Andreessen Horowitz, General Catalyst and 13 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series F, May 21, 2020, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 86/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 1 of 3,482 Competitors

3. Bird
App-based rental platform providing self-drive electric kick-scooters. Users can locate, and reserve electric kick-scooters through the app. They can unlock vehicles by scanning the QR codes, ride the scooters, and park in legal parking spaces at the end of the ride. The kick-scooters include self-reporting damage sensors, self-sealing tires, dual anti-tipping kickstands, and anti-theft encryption. App is available for both Android and iOS devices.
Key facts about Bird
- Founded Year: 2017
- Location: Miami (United States)
- Stage: Public
- Total Funding till date: $766M
- Investors: Sequoia Capital, Caisse de depot et placement du Quebec and 60 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series D, Aug 04, 2021, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 85/100 What is this?

4. Ather Energy
Manufacturer of electric scooters, charging infrastructure, smart helmets, and accessories. They provide electric two-wheeled vehicles designed for urban transportation. The company also offers a network of charging stations to support electric vehicle usage. Smart helmets with integrated technology and various accessories for enhancing the scooter experience are available. They provide roadside assistance and extended warranty options.
Key facts about Ather Energy
- Founded Year: 2013
- Location: Bengaluru (India)
- Stage: Public
- Total Funding till date: $502M
- Investors: Hero MotoCorp, NIIF and 36 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series E, Aug 13, 2024, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 85/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 1 of 1,729 Competitors

5. Uber
Online platform providing ride-hailing and food delivery services. It is a platform for managing global transportation, as well as last-mile delivery solutions for individuals and businesses, allowing them to streamline their operations and enhance employee experiences. The platform encompasses various services such as ride-hailing, food delivery, package delivery, and freight transportation solutions.
Key facts about Uber
- Founded Year: 2009
- Location: San Francisco (United States)
- Stage: Public
- Total Funding till date: $13.2B
- Investors: Toyota, Kumpulan Wang Persaraan and 189 ON8thers
- Latest Funding Round: Post IPO, Dec 19, 2020, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 84/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 1 of 3,948 Competitors
