Top California Automotive Startups (269)
Spanning three provinces in the stunning Prairies, the Capital Automotive Group is a Canadian automotive retail powerhouse with numerous dealerships spanning multiple brands including GMC, Ford, Chevrolet, Jeep, Dodge, Buick, Lincoln, Cadillac, Ram, and Mercedes-Benz. Our talented team has also started dominating the USA market with Cadillac and GM stores in sunny California as part of the Cornerstone Automotive Group....
Mossy Nissan Escondido/Infiniti of Escondido is a family-owned automotive dealership serving the San Diego-area market. It sells new Nissan and Infiniti vehicles as well as used cars, and provides vehicle servicing, repairs, genuine parts, financing, and related customer support. The dealership is part of Mossy Automotive Group, which operates multiple Southern California dealerships and emphasizes award-winning service, value, integrity, and...
MicroPrecision (MicroPrecision LLC) is a contract manufacturer of high‑precision turned and milled components, supplying aerospace, automotive, medical and industrial customers. The company emphasizes defect‑free production, ISO‑registered quality systems, lean continuous‑improvement manufacturing, and advanced metrology (Zeiss CMMs, Keyence vision systems) with automatic inspection data recording to meet tight tolerances and ensure on‑time delivery of custom parts from micro to macro scales.
Chaparral Motorsports is a premier powersports dealership and one of the largest motorcycle accessory and vehicle dealerships in the country. Originally starting as a family motorcycle parts business, it has evolved into a multi-line dealer offering motorcycles, ATVs, and utility vehicles from major brands such as Honda, Yamaha, and Polaris. The company operates a massive 160,000 square foot showroom in...
A team of successful entrepreneurs, car aficionados, and technologists all had a vision: to make it easy to buy and sell undervalued vehicles with this category’s first-ever online auction platform. We launched Joyride in April of 2020, and today, it’s the leading marketplace for undervalued vehicles. We’ve successfully expanded to several large markets (including California, Texas, Indiana, and Nevada), and...
CarLabs developed an AI-driven conversational commerce platform for automotive brands. Its scalable digital assistants, including Kia’s Kian, help automakers and dealers engage customers throughout the vehicle lifecycle. The company’s technology combines conversational interfaces, machine learning, automotive data, and digital assets to support sales, marketing, customer service, and ownership communications across websites, messaging channels, and other digital touchpoints while improving engagement...
Lightship is an early-stage hardware startup launched in 2020 by Tesla alumni that is bringing the $26B recreational vehicle industry into the electric age. Based in San Francisco and Broomfield, Colorado, Lightship is designing and producing an aerodynamic, battery-powered trailer that liberates travelers from the noise, emissions, and range anxiety of gas RVing
Silicon Microstructures, Inc. (SMI) is a premier semiconductor sensor company that specializes in the development and manufacture of MEMS-based pressure sensors. The company provides high-performance solutions for challenging applications across the automotive, medical, and industrial markets. SMI is recognized for creating unique products that offer ultra-low pressure ranges, extraordinary robustness in harsh environments, and an extremely small size for various...
Founded in 1991, Bentley Truck Services, Inc. is a full-service commercial truck dealer specializing in new and used truck sales, rentals, full-service leasing, and parts and service. The company operates 10 state-of-the-art locations across the Eastern seaboard, including Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, and Florida, and is an authorized dealer for Isuzu and Hino trucks.
Rusnak Volvo Cars Pasadena is a Volvo automobile dealership serving customers in Pasadena and the surrounding Los Angeles area. It sells new and used Volvo vehicles and supports ownership with vehicle service, replacement parts, leasing, and financing. The dealership combines Volvo’s emphasis on innovation, safety, and luxury with the established reputation, automotive expertise, and customer-service focus of Rusnak Automotive Group.
Loop is one of the top EV charging network in the U.S., delivering smart, reliable charging solutions for multifamily, retail, office, hospitality, and municipal properties. With over 7,800 chargers deployed, we make it easy to future-proof your site and boost revenue with seamless EV infrastructure.
Applus+ IDIADA is a global partner to the automotive industry, supporting its clients in their product development activities by providing design, engineering, testing and homologation services. We have a large team of more than 2500 professionals drawn from over 28 countries, as well as an international network of subsidiaries and branch offices in 25 countries which ensures that our clients...
Hoehn Master is a leading provider of specialized services in the automotive industry, focusing on high-quality vehicle maintenance, repair, and customization. We are dedicated to delivering exceptional customer experiences and maintaining the highest standards of craftsmanship.
Tom Bell Chevrolet is a reputable, family-owned automotive dealership in Redlands, California, that has served its local community for over 40 years. As a trusted automotive destination, the company provides a great selection of new Chevrolet vehicles as well as a wide range of pre-owned cars, trucks, and SUVs, along with professional sales and service support.
ZEROVA, a subsidiary of Phihong, emerged as a standalone company on September 1, 2022. Its primary objective is to specialize in the EV Charging Market. ZEROVA offers a comprehensive range of EV charging solutions for both commercial and passenger vehicles. Leveraging its robust research and development capabilities and extensive manufacturing expertise, ZEROVA develops high-quality hardware and software products tailored to...
Fields Lexus Glenview is a luxury automotive dealership located in Glenview, IL, specializing in the sale of new and certified pre-owned Lexus vehicles. The company offers a comprehensive range of services, including vehicle financing, leasing, and expert maintenance and repair through its dedicated service department, providing a customer-focused approach to luxury car ownership in the Chicagoland area.
Seyond™ is a leading global provider of image-grade LiDAR technology, powering a safer, smarter and more mobile world across the automotive, intelligent transportation, robotics and industrial automation sectors. Founded in Silicon Valley with strategically placed research and manufacturing facilities across the globe, Seyond is crafting LiDAR solutions that elevate autonomous driving and fuel the advancement of smart infrastructure development. The...
Petersen Automotive Museum is a Los Angeles-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit museum dedicated to exploring and presenting the history of the automobile and its impact on culture. It brings automotive history, design, and car culture to life through rotating exhibitions, more than 150 vehicles on view, educational experiences, special events, and a 300-plus-vehicle Vault collection featuring rare prototypes, concepts, and one-of-a-kind masterpieces...
Designworks is a global creative consultancy owned by BMW, specializing in UX/UI, experience activation, industrial design, automotive design, and creative strategy. Serving as the internal think-tank for the BMW Group and a consultant for an array of external premium brands worldwide, the company focuses on designing holistic systems that impact and improve the world we live in through innovation and...
Sibros gives automakers a single source of truth and visibility into all software and data for globally connected fleets while automating workflows for full-vehicle over-the-air software updates, data collection, and remote diagnostics in an industry compliant manner. By connecting software and data for every ECU seamlessly from edge-to-cloud in one vertically integrated system, Sibros helps automakers accelerate time-to-market, reduce code defects...
