VC fundraising for electric vehicles companies

EV financing has been through one of the harshest cycles in venture and growth equity. SPAC-era listings in OEMs, battery and charging produced enormous headline raises, then most of that paper value disappeared as production ramps slipped and gross margins disappointed. The capital that remains is held by a narrower group and underwritten on BOM, gross margin per vehicle and a credible path through the capex curve.

The active investor mix in EVs spans climate and deep tech specialists (Lowercarbon, Breakthrough Energy, DCVC, Lux), mobility-specialist VCs (Maniv, Trucks VC), and OEM corporate venture arms (Toyota Ventures, Hyundai Motor Group, BMW i Ventures, GM Ventures, Volvo Cars Tech Fund), alongside charging strategics like ChargePoint, EVgo and Blink. Flow has direct relationships with these investors and frames outreach around capex intensity, supplier economics and unit margin at planned volume.

Flow has experience running VC fundraising processes for EV companies across passenger and commercial vehicles, battery cell and pack technology, charging infrastructure, powertrain and drivetrain components, and EV fleet operators. Our extensive investor network spans early-stage seed funds, growth-stage investors, and strategic and corporate VC arms.

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Orka
GoTrendier
Ziik
Sentryc
Krita
Legendary Play
Picus Security
Project Space
sevDesk
AVE & YOU
Metaloop
MILES
Orka
GoTrendier
Ziik
Sentryc
Krita
Legendary Play
Picus Security
Project Space
sevDesk
AVE & YOU
Metaloop
MILES
Orka
GoTrendier
Ziik
Sentryc
Krita
Legendary Play
Picus Security
Project Space
sevDesk
AVE & YOU
Metaloop

"Electric vehicles" KPIs VC investors look at

The metrics venture investors benchmark before pricing a round - in diligence, at the IC table, on the term sheet.

Vehicles delivered

Order book

Revenue per vehicle

Gross margin per vehicle

BOM cost per vehicle

Capex per facility

Production capacity

Warranty reserve %

Charging sessions

Energy delivered (kWh)

Inventory days

Cash burn

Electric vehicles valuations in May 2026

Public electric vehicles comps trade at 1.9x EV/Revenue. Median revenue multiple across electric vehicles VC rounds was 8.8x in the last 12 months.

1.9x

Median EV/Revenue as of May 2026 for public electric vehicles companies

16x

Tesla

Tesla is the highest valued public electric vehicles company based on EV/Revenue (excluding outliers)

1.5x

Median EV/Revenue across electric vehicles M&A deals in the last 12 months

8.8x

Median EV/Revenue across electric vehicles VC rounds in the last 12 months

Key recent electric vehicles VC rounds

$875M Series C raised by DeepBlue Auto was the largest electric vehicles VC round completed in the last six months.

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LogoHQDescriptionInvestors
Dec-25
DeepBlue Auto
DeepBlue Auto is a China-based new energy vehicle manufacturer producing electric sedans, SUVs, and intelligent mobility solutions.
Changan AutomobileChongqing Yufu Holding Group+1
$875M
$3.0B
Series C
Apr-26
Slate Auto
Slate Auto is a U.S.-based electric truck manufacturer developing the Slate MediaTruck with modular battery packs for 300-mile ranges. Designed for content creators, it features Starlink connectivity and production cameras, built in Arizona facilities. Slate targets fleet and adventure markets since 2022.
TWG Global
$650M
-
Series C
Apr-26
Volant Aerotech
Volant Aerotech is a specialist in research, development, manufacturing, and servicing of passenger eVTOL aircraft. The company produces electric vertical takeoff and landing vehicles for urban air mobility, featuring modular designs and autonomous flight capabilities. Operations center in Shenzhen, China, with products showcased at www.volantaerotech.com.
FutureCapHongShan+3
$300M
-
Series C
Mar-26
Also
Also is a micromobility company specializing in electric bicycles and supporting technology frameworks for small electric vehicles. Originating as a spinoff from Rivian in 2021, the Seattle-based firm targets consumer and commercial markets globally with products tailored to urban commuting, delivery services, and last-mile logistics in regions including North America and Europe.
DoorDashGreenoaks+1
$200M
$1.0B
Series C
Mar-26
HT Aero
HT Aero is a developer of electric vertical takeoff and landing vehicles for urban air mobility. A subsidiary of EHang Holdings, the Shenzhen-based company unveiled the EH216-S pilotless passenger-carrying drone in 2021, capable of carrying two passengers at speeds up to 130 km/h for 30 minutes. It collaborates with aviation authorities in China and abroad for certification, conducting test flights in Guangzhou and partnerships with urban developers for vertiport infrastructure to enable commercial air taxi services.
Gaorong CapitalGL Ventures+2
$200M
-
Undisclosed stage
Jan-26
DeepWay
DeepWay is a manufacturer of smart heavy-duty trucks for the freight market. The vehicles feature low wind resistance bodies, intelligent driving systems, and modular distributed drive architectures on a shared hydrogen-electric platform to enhance logistics efficiency.
ABC ImpactCGTI Fund+10
$169M
-
Undisclosed stage
Dec-25
H
Highland Electric Fleets
Highland Electric Fleets is a Virginia-based provider of turnkey electric school bus solutions, equipping school districts and fleets with charging infrastructure, maintenance, and financing support to facilitate electrification transitions.
Aiga Capital Partners
$150M
-
Undisclosed stage
Dec-25
Blue Current
Blue Current is a San Jose-headquartered manufacturer of solid-state lithium metal batteries for electric vehicles, consumer electronics, medical devices, and IoT applications. Founded in 2016, the company integrates proprietary anode-free cell architecture with advanced electrolytes to enhance energy density and safety.
Allen & CompanyAmazon+3
$80M
-
Series D
May-26
Nyobolt
Nyobolt is a Cambridge-based developer of lithium-sulfur batteries for electric vehicles emphasizing ultra-fast charging. The technology achieves 200 kW power output, recharging from 10 to 90 percent in under five minutes while storing 400 Wh/kg energy density. Founded in 2020 from University of Cambridge research, Nyobolt partners with H1 Vehicle Intelligence for prototype testing and raised $25 million in Series A funding.
CBMMIQ Capital+3
$60M
$1.0B
Series C
Apr-26
Aura Aero
Aura Aero is a Toulouse-based aircraft manufacturer developing the Electric Ranger, a hybrid-electric regional plane for 10 passengers aiming for zero-emission flights by 2026. The company focuses on decarbonizing short-haul air transport with sustainable aviation technologies. Founded in 2021, Aura Aero collaborates with Airbus and Safran for certification in Europe.
Blast. ClubBpifrance+5
$58M
-
Series B
Mar-26
Arc Boats
Arc Boats is a Los Angeles-based manufacturer producing electric recreational boats powered by 200-kilowatt-hour lithium-ion batteries. Launched in 2022, the Arc One model achieves 35-knot top speeds with 150-nautical-mile range using carbon-fiber hulls and fly-by-wire controls. Integrated apps enable over-the-air updates and marina reservations for luxury day cruising.
Andreessen HorowitzEclipse Ventures+4
$50M
-
Series C
Mar-26
Euler Motors
-
Blume VenturesHeroMotoCorp+1
$48M
-
Series E
Dec-25
Ultraviolette Automotive
Ultraviolette Automotive is a Bangalore-headquartered electric vehicle manufacturer founded in 2016. The company produces high-performance electric motorcycles including the F77 with 30 kW power and 200 km range, alongside the Tesseract scooter and UV Supernova fast-charging network. Its Violette AI system provides remote diagnostics and theft prevention, with exports to Europe and sales through 50 dealerships in India.
LingottoZoho
$45M
-
Series E
Jan-26
Fleetzero
Fleetzero is an Auburn-based developer of electric container ships built in US shipyards for Jones Act compliance. Vessels carry 200 TEU with zero-emission propulsion, targeting short-sea routes along US coasts. Founded in 2021, Fleetzero secures contracts with East Coast ports for sustainable freight.
8090 IndustriesBenson Capital Partners+5
$43M
-
Series A
Jan-26
Applied EV
Applied EV is a designer of modular electric vehicle platforms for autonomous transport. Headquartered in Coventry, United Kingdom, the company produces the Blanc Robot, a Level 4 autonomous pod with swappable battery modules and IP67-rated chassis, deployed in last-mile delivery pilots with Royal Mail and warehouse automation projects.
BarrenjoeyJapan Post Capital+3
$40M
-
Series B

VC investors active in electric vehicles

Bpifrance is the most active VC investor across electric vehicles, having invested in 12 startups in the last three years.

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LogoHQDescriptionKey portfolio
Bpifrance
Bpifrance is a Paris-headquartered public investment bank owned by the French state and Caisse des Dépôts that finances SMEs, mid-caps, and innovation projects. It offers loans, equity, guarantees, and export financing through funds like Large Venture and InnoBio, operating via 50 regional offices across France.
Aura AeroK-Motorsvebo+2
12
Seed
British International Investment
British International Investment is a London-headquartered development finance institution wholly owned by the UK Government. It deploys equity and debt into infrastructure, renewable energy, agribusiness, and financial services across Africa and South Asia. BII manages a portfolio exceeding investments in over 100 companies to foster sustainable economic development.
DodaiTurnoVecmocon Technologies+2
12
Series A
Ecosystem Integrity Fund
Ecosystem Integrity Fund is a San Francisco-based venture capital firm investing in early-stage climate tech companies. It backs ventures in carbon removal, sustainable agriculture, and clean energy, managing $100 million across funds to drive scalable environmental impact alongside financial returns.
VammoVecmocon TechnologiesBattery Smart+2
9
Series B
Blume Ventures
Blume Ventures is a Mumbai-headquartered venture capital firm funding pre-seed and seed-stage tech-enabled startups in India. It invests in sectors like fintech, edtech, and consumer internet, with follow-on rounds for portfolio companies including GreyOrange for robotics and Turtlemint for insurance.
Euler MotorsVecmocon TechnologiesElectricPe+2
9
Series B
Lowercarbon Capital
Lowercarbon Capital invests in climate technologies targeting atmospheric CO2 reduction through its San Francisco headquarters. The venture firm, launched in 2020, funds carbon removal projects, direct air capture, and engineered biology startups. Lowercarbon backs companies like Twelve for CO2-to-materials conversion and supports hardware innovations in methane mitigation.
Arc BoatsNevoyaZeno+2
7
Series B
Maniv Mobility
Maniv Mobility funds early-stage startups in autonomous vehicles, electric mobility, and urban air transportation from offices in Tel Aviv, Israel, and Detroit, Michigan. Founded in 2016, the firm backs companies like REE Automotive and supports innovations reducing road fatalities and congestion.
VammoFreshBusRiver+2
7
Series A
Antler
Antler is a Singapore-headquartered global venture capital firm founded in 2017 that invests in early-stage tech companies. It operates day-zero programs in 27 cities, backing 1,000+ startups with $100 million deployed annually across AI, fintech, and sustainability. Portfolio includes unicorns like Hold One and Tiqets, with a network of 3,000 mentors and 700+ investors for follow-ons.
VoltracZero ElectricEVyaan+2
7
Pre-seed
FasterCapital
FasterCapital is an online incubator and accelerator connecting startups worldwide with angel investors, VCs, and micro-VCs through equity-for-services models in technical development and business growth. The platform offers mentorship, pitch deck reviews, and funding matchmaking for over 10,000 entrepreneurs annually. FasterCapital facilitates deals in sectors like fintech, healthtech, and edtech from its global network.
Michu E-Mid-Bus Transport and TradeRNT MotoraNarchi Motor Corporation+2
6
Pre-seed
EQT Ventures
EQT Ventures is a venture capital fund investing in early-stage tech startups across Europe and the US. It has raised €2.3 billion across three funds since 2016, backing companies like Kry, Peak, and Voi Technology with a focus on AI-driven founder support via Motherbrain platform. Stockholm-headquartered, it maintains offices in London, Berlin, Paris, Amsterdam, and San Francisco.
CandelaEinrideHeart Aerospace+1
6
Undisclosed stage
Y Combinator
Y Combinator is a San Francisco-headquartered startup accelerator that funds and mentors early-stage technology companies across sectors like software, biotechnology, and fintech. Since its inception in 2005, it has propelled alumni including Airbnb, Dropbox, and Stripe through intensive three-month programs featuring Demo Days and investor networks.
StatiqEmobiFleetzero+2
6
Pre-seed

Recent VC fundraising track record

See our VC fundraising experience across electric vehicles and beyond.

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€50m investment from Geely. All-electric air taxis with vertical takeoff and landing.

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Investment

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Investment from Silver Lake. Online intercity bus service across Europe, North America and Brazil.

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Investment

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$60m investment from TPG. ID authentication and digital record conversion software.

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Investment

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Growth investment. Cloud-based sales CRM and pipeline management software.

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Investment

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$30m growth investment. Food and beverage brand with plant-based protein products.

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Investment

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Investment from WPP / Kantar. Digital and behavioral data intelligence provider.

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Investment

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Growth investment. Recruitment app for employer-candidate social media engagement.

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Investment

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Growth investment. End-to-end search engine optimization platform.

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Investment

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Investment from Acton. Virtual shopping mall and online marketplace platform.

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IPO Advisory

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€68m IPO. Career-oriented social networking site for the DACH region.

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IPO Advisory

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€1.2bn IPO. Czech digital infrastructure platform (telecom and ICT).

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IPO Advisory

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€41m IPO. Europe's largest online car and motorcycle tire platform.

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