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Our portfolio company Veo is teaming up with Captur to bring AI-powered parking compliance to shared mobility across 50+ U.S. markets. Starting in cities like Washington, D.C., New York, and Veo's headquarters - Santa Monica, this partnership marks a U.S. first for Captur’s in-app AI technology that has helped reduce mis-parking by over 80% in Europe. By integrating Captur's AI tool into the Veo app, riders will complete their trips using real-time verification that ensures responsible parking without the need for manual checks. This will address the longstanding micromobility challenge of keeping sidewalks safe and accessible for all. Congratulations to Candice Xie, Yanke(Edwin) Tan and the entire Veo team! #UrbanMobility #AI #SmartCities #SharedMobility #VentureCapital #VCInvestments #FutureOfTransport #Veo

Last week, our director of strategic partnerships, Kellie Lindsay, took the stage at The State of Michigan’s Mobility Conference, spotlighting the pivotal role of venture capital in transforming the future of mobility. Hosted by the Office of Future Mobility and Electrification, the event rallied leaders across academia, industry, startups, and public sector partners to tackle Michigan's toughest mobility challenges. Highlights included the inaugural PitchMI competition—a Shark Tank-style competition that brought together top statewide innovators with groundbreaking solutions to reshape the mobility landscape. With venture capital playing a key role, it’s an exciting time for investors eager to be at the forefront of industry-defining advancements. #FutureOfMobility #VentureCapital #Innovation #StartUp #Investment #MichiganMobilityConference *Photo credit: Nadia Ali

Europe’s cycling revolution is gaining pace, and so is our portfolio company, Laka. As the go-to insurer for European bike retailers and manufacturers like Decathlon , Gazelle, Riese & Müller GmbH, TENWAYS E-Bike, Urban Arrow, and Brompton Bicycle, Laka is transforming the insurance landscape with its unique collective model—where customers only pay for claims that are made, sharing the cost with fellow cyclists. Check out the Zag Daily story below for details. #InsurTech #Cycling #Sustainability #VentureCapital #Bicycling #Insurance #Laka

The latest edition of our newsletter is live. In this issue, we dive into the growing opportunities within the electric vehicle ecosystem, exploring the trends shaping the future of mobility. Plus, get the latest updates from our portfolio companies and all things Autotech. Check out the link below. #MobilityTech #ElectricVehicles #VentureCapital #Innovation #Autotech #EV #FutureOfMobility

The State of Michigan Office of Future Mobility and Electrification’s Mobility Conference at Newlab - Michigan Central is set for Oct. 24. Kellie Lindsay is speaking about the role and importance of venture in mobility. We look forward to connecting with a diverse audience from across the mobility spectrum, including academia, industry leaders, startups, investors, and public sector partners! #Venture #Mobility #StartUps #Investment #MichiganMobilityConference #MichiganMobility #Innovation

The use of autonomous tractors and driverless vehicles in farming is more than just technology—it’s addressing real challenges like labor shortages, sustainability and efficiency. Our portfolio company, Agtonomy is working with John Deere to bring cutting-edge AI solutions to help farmers reduce costs, boost productivity, and manage their fields with precision. As investors, we believe this is just the beginning of how autonomy and robotics will reshape the future of food production. #AgTech #Autonomy #AI #Farming #VentureCapital #Sustainability #FutureOfFarming #Agtonomy #LaborShortage

At Autotech Ventures we keep investing in off-road autonomy. Unlike any public road vehicles, the autonomous tractors, forklifts, and bulldozers are operating 1) in well-defined environments, 2) on private land, 3) at low speeds, and 4) without random people around. The off-road vehicles provide an immediate ROI to the enterprise customers such as mine operators, logistics providers, or farmers. Further, such companies tend to be much more capital efficient than the public road autonomy startups, which is important in the current funding environment. We are excited to partner with an amazing Agtonomy's team, helping the company to reach its full potential. With the exceedingly erratic weather and shrinking labor availability, agricultural robotics and autonomy is a must to keep the US agriculture going. Go Agtonomy and Verdant Robotics, go!

Autotech Ventures led a $10 million Series A funding round for our new portfolio company Agtonomy, an innovative developer of AI-powered automation software for agriculture and land maintenance. This investment underscores our commitment to advancing the future of agriculture by backing cutting-edge technology solutions that address labor shortages and sustainability and enhance productivity. Read more about this deal in The Information’s "Deals and Debuts" section in the article linked below. #VentureCapital #AgTech #AI #Automation #Sustainability #Autonomy #AgricultureTech #AutotechVentures #Agtonomy

Hurricanes are becoming a major threat to global ocean trade, with two recent storms (within three weeks) massively impacting key North American ports and disrupting supply chains. Auba's analysis uses data from the IMF and World Bank to map the impact of severe weather on global trade routes. As extreme weather events increase, logistics operators will need better tools to protect supply chains and ensure smooth trade operations. Learn more in the link below. #GlobalTrade #Logistics #ExtremeWeather #SupplyChainResilience #Disruptions

Next week, at the Mobility MI conference, Kellie Lindsay will take the stage to highlight the role of venture capital in shaping the future of mobility and electrification. She'll share insights on how innovation and investment are driving the next wave of transformation in transportation. Reach out if you plan to be there and want to catch up. #StartUps #Electrification #VentureCapital #Innovation #MobilityMI