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Best Auto Companies in Austria

Updated 2026-06-21 · Ranked by funding & momentum

116 indexable Auto companies headquartered in Austria, ranked by total equity funding and recent funding momentum. Combined disclosed equity funding of $5.2M across 4 funded companies.

116
Companies
$5.2M
Total Funding
4
Funded
0
Unicorns
0
Rounds (90d)

Ranked: Best Auto companies in Austria

#CompanyFundingValuationStage Latest roundEmployeesFoundedMomentum
1 Merbag
Provider of new & used vehicle dealership services
$194.9K Funding Raised Grant (prize money) Mar 2023 81 2020
2 Thermaltech
Provider of printed silver heaters and thermal engineering services
$4.7M Acquired Grant (prize money) Oct 2017 2014
3 Konrad Forsttechnik
Manufacturer of forest machinery
$174.1K Funding Raised Grant (prize money) Mar 2018 1990
4 Concept Tech
Provider of vehicle safety consulting services
$141.2K Funding Raised Grant (prize money) Mar 2015 100 1998
5 Pankl Racing Systems
Manufacturer and supplier of engine and drivetrain components to the aftermarket
Funding Raised Grant (prize money) Apr 2024 217 1985
6 Benteler Automotive
Develops and manufactures automotive products
Acquired Grant (prize money) Mar 2024 245 1876
7 Miba
Manufacturer and supplier of major auto components
Public Grant (prize money) Jan 2024 7,366 1927
8 ZKW Group
Manufacturer and supplier of lights and electronic components to OEMs
Acquired Grant (prize money) Oct 2023 8,900 1938
9 Durmont
Manufacturer of automotive carpets
Acquired Grant (prize money) Aug 2023 120 2006
10 TCG UNITECH
Manufacturer of multiple automotive parts and accessories
Acquired Grant (prize money) Aug 2023 1,100 1985
11 Steyr
Manufacturer of multiple categories of light commercial electric vehicles
Funding Raised Grant (prize money) Aug 2023 187 1914
12 Polytec Group
Manufacturer and supplier of plastic parts
Public Grant (prize money) Jun 2023 3,933 2000
13 Pappas
Provider of dealership services for new & used vehicles
Funding Raised Jun 2023 66 1952
14 Burg Design
Provider of automotive interior design services
Funding Raised Apr 2023 200 1977
15 Neuman Aluminium
Manufacturer of aluminum parts
Funding Raised Mar 2023 3,000 1780
16 MARK
Metal products manufacturer
Funding Raised Mar 2023 500 1920
17 GG Group
Manufacturer of high-quality cable and wiring systems for automotive and industrial applications. It produces technologically advanced cables and harnesses for energy and data transmission. The company focuses on developing customer-specific solutions through collaboration with partners and continuous product improvement. Its research and development efforts concentrate on application-specific solutions, utilizing modern innovation management systems. A dedicated testing laboratory supports the entire group's physical, technical, and chemical analytical needs.
Funding Raised Grant (prize money) Mar 2023 7 1940
18 Austria Druckguss
Provider of automotive and material testing services
Acquired Feb 2023 220 1978
19 Schwarzmuller Group
Manufacturer of multi industry vehicles
Funding Raised Grant (prize money) Jan 2023 12 1871
20 KTM
Brand of motorcycles
Acquired Grant (prize money) Sep 2022 374 1934
21 BRP-Rotax
Manufacturer engines for motorised recreational product
Funding Raised Grant (prize money) Jan 2021 577 1920
22 Greenstorm
Online platform for sale of electric vehicles
Acquired Series B Dec 2018 32 2016
23 VENTREX
Provider of valve and compressor solutions for the automotive industry
Funding Raised Grant (prize money) Jan 2017 1949
24 PIERER Mobility
Manufacturer of motorcycles, components, sports cars, and two-wheeled electric and non-electric vehicles
Public PE 2015 5,656 1987
25 Simplon
Manufacturer of high-performance bikes, including e-bikes, mountain, urban, and trekking
Acquired PE Apr 2014 250 1961
26 Remus
Manufacturer and supplier of high performance sports exhaust
Late Stage PE Apr 2005 700 1990
27 1000ps internet
1000PS Internet is an automotive-based online site agency that offers motorcycle reviews & sells vehicles & sporting goods.
Acquired 17 2000
28 Achleitner
Provider of vehicle conversions, tire sales, wheel distribution, and restaurant services
Acquired 1932
29 ALCAR HOLDING
Manufacturer & supplier of automotive wheels to the aftermarket
Unfunded 221 1984
30 autobank ag
AutoBank AG provides financial and banking services.
Deadpooled 67 1990
31 AutoFrey Acquired 230 1899
32 Autogott
Online portal to buy new cars
Unfunded 2011
33 Autohaus Plattner
Operator of a car dealership in Langenrohr, Austria. The company specializes in the sale of new, stored new and used cars and also gives other automotive services and accessories.
Acquired 38 1995
34 autoleasen.at
Online car leasing platform
Acquired 2016
35 Autoreinigung Wien
Provider of car cleaning and detailing services
Unfunded 2014
36 avl ditest
Avl Ditest offers vehicle diagnostics, emission testing, and air conditioner systems for vehicle manufacturers.
Acquired 200 1999
37 Avocodo GmbH
IT Services and IT Consulting Linz, Oberösterreich
93
38 AWA Handels
Manufacturer and distributor of vehicle repair equipment. The company distributes motor vehicle supplies, automobile accessories, repair tools and equipment.
Acquired 15 1995
39 Begalom Guss Private 49 1997
40 BENTELER-SGL Acquired 221
41 BET
Provider of cargo solutions
Unfunded 2022
42 Birner KFZ- und Industriebedarf
Birner ist ein erfolgreiches, österreichisches Familienunternehmen – und das seit fast 90 Jahren.
60 1931
43 Capo Austrian Headwear Acquired 12 1912
44 Carshine.ozii
Provider of car detailing services
Unfunded 2023
45 Carvatech Acquired 50 1986
46 CB Autoaufbereitung
Company offering detailing services for cars
Unfunded 2012
47 Check-in carwash
Provider of car washing services
Unfunded 2014
48 COMAG Engineering Acquired 40 1976
49 crowd-o-moto
Online platform to purchase new cars
Unfunded 2015
50 CSA Herzogenburg Acquired 200 2014

Top 12 Auto companies in Austria

#1
Merbag Funding Raised
$194.9K Raised
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location_onVienna, Vienna
Founded
2020
Employees
81
Funding raised
$194.9K
Stage
Funding Raised

Provider of new & used vehicle dealership services

Funding rounds (1 disclosed of 1)
Round Date Amount
Grant (prize money) Mar 2023 $194.9K
Tech stack
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#2
Thermaltech Acquired
$4.7M Raised
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location_onAustria, Styria
Founded
2014
Funding raised
$4.7M
Stage
Acquired

Provider of printed silver heaters and thermal engineering services

Funding rounds (8 disclosed of 8)
Round Date Amount
Grant (prize money) Oct 2017 $298.8K
Grant (prize money) Jan 2017 $267.1K
Grant (prize money) Jul 2014 $917.2K
Grant (prize money) Jun 2014 $1.1M
Grant (prize money) Jun 2014 $200K
Grant (prize money) Apr 2014 $1.1M
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Tech stack
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#3
Konrad Forsttechnik Funding Raised
$174.1K Raised
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location_onWolfsberg, Carinthia
Founded
1990
Funding raised
$174.1K
Stage
Funding Raised

Manufacturer of forest machinery

Funding rounds (3 disclosed of 3)
Round Date Amount
Grant (prize money) Mar 2018 $61.6K
Grant (prize money) Dec 2017 $59.5K
Grant (prize money) Jan 2017 $53.1K
Tech stack
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#4
Concept Tech Funding Raised
$141.2K Raised
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location_onGratkorn, Styria
Founded
1998
Employees
100
Funding raised
$141.2K
Stage
Funding Raised

Provider of development services in the field of vehicle safety for automobile manufacturers. The company offers design, simulation, prototyping, testing, test cell development and development services. The company also provides homologation management through concept, project management and safety engineering services.

Funding rounds (1 disclosed of 1)
Round Date Amount
Grant (prize money) Mar 2015 $141.2K
Investors
#5
Pankl Racing Systems Funding Raised
217 Employees
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location_onKapfenberg, Styria
Founded
1985
Employees
217
Stage
Funding Raised

Pankl Racing Systems is a manufacturer and supplier of engine and drivetrain components to aftermarket. The manufactured components include driveshaft, wheel hub, tripod, prop shaft, fully machined upright, fabricated upright, gear units, connecting rod, piston, turbocharger, bolt, piston pin for automotives. Also, serve to aerospace industry.

Founders & key people
Tech stack
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#6
245 Employees
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location_onSalzburg, Salzburg
Founded
1876
Employees
245
Stage
Acquired

Benteler automotive develops and manufactures automotive products. Manufactures chassis, modules, engine and exhaust systems, engineering services, and mechanical engineering for the automotive, distribution, steel/tube, and glass processing industry.

Tech stack
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#7
Miba Public
7,366 Employees
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location_onLaakirchen, Upper Austria
Founded
1927
Employees
7,366
Stage
Public

Miba is a manufacturer, supplier and exporter of major auto components. The manufactured components include sintered components, engine bearings, clutches, brakes and electronic components for cars, tractors, trucks, motorcycles and passenger vehicles. Serves other industries such as power plants, agriculture, construction, mining, oil & gas.

Tech stack
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#8
ZKW Group Acquired
8,900 Employees
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location_onWieselburg, Lower Austria
Founded
1938
Employees
8,900
Stage
Acquired

ZKW is a manufacturer and supplier of light and electronic components to OEMs. Manufactures headlights for cars, trucks & motorcycles. Clients are Volkswagon, Audi, Benz, BMW, and MAN.

Founders & key people
Tech stack
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#9
Durmont Acquired
120 Employees
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location_onHartberg, Steiermark
Founded
2006
Employees
120
Stage
Acquired

Manufacturer of automotive carpets

#10
TCG UNITECH Acquired
1,100 Employees
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location_onKirchdorf An Der Krems, Upper Austria
Founded
1985
Employees
1,100
Stage
Acquired

Manufacturer of multiple automotive parts and accessories

Tech stack
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#11
Steyr Funding Raised
187 Employees
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location_onSteyr, Upper Austria
Founded
1914
Employees
187
Stage
Funding Raised

Manufacturer of multiple categories of light commercial electric vehicles

Tech stack
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#12
Polytec Group Public
3,933 Employees
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location_onHorsching, Upper Austria
Founded
2000
Employees
3,933
Stage
Public

Polytec Group is a manufacturer and supplier of plastic parts. Manufactures engine components such as engine covers, oil pans, brake fluid reservoirs, crankcase vents, interior components such as trunk load floors, cargo step protections, trunk lid covers, exterior components such as rear spoilers, trunk lids, scuttle panels, and more for passenger cars and commercial vehicles. Also manufacture components for househo

Tech stack
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Funding & investor landscape

Total raised
$5.2M
across these companies
Companies funded
4
with disclosed funding
Highest-funded
$4.7M raised

Most active investors

Austria Wirtschaftsservice Austria Wirtschaftsservice 12 investments in Auto Europa Europa 9 investments in Auto Ministerstvo Hospodárstva Slovenskej Republiky Ministerstvo Hospodárstva Slovenskej Republiky 3 investments in Auto European Investment Bank European Investment Bank 2 investments in Auto Invest Invest 2 investments in Auto AC Industrials AC Industrials 1 investment in Auto Arax Capital Partners Arax Capital Partners 1 investment in Auto BAFA BAFA 1 investment in Auto BC Partners BC Partners 1 investment in Auto Bajaj Auto Bajaj Auto 1 investment in Auto Bregal Milestone Bregal Milestone 1 investment in Auto Capvis Capvis 1 investment in Auto

Notable founders in Austria Auto

CK Christian Kussmann Co-Founder & MD Thermaltech · $4.7M raised
PM Peter Mitterbauer Chairman and CEO of Miba AG Miba
RM Rudolf Mark Co-Founder MARK
EK Ernst Kronreif Co-Founder KTM
AK Angelika Kresch CEO & President Remus

Frequently asked questions

How many Auto companies are there in Austria?
Radar tracks 116 indexable Auto companies headquartered in Austria that meet our profile-completeness bar.
What is the total funding raised by Auto companies in Austria?
The Auto companies in Austria on this list have raised a combined $5.2M in disclosed equity funding across 4 funded companies.
Which is the highest-funded Auto company in Austria?
Thermaltech is the highest-funded Auto company in Austria, with $4.7M in disclosed equity funding.
How many Auto companies in Austria are funded?
4 of the 116 Auto companies in Austria on this list have disclosed at least one equity funding round.
How many Auto unicorns are there in Austria?
None of the Auto companies in Austria on this list currently has a disclosed valuation of $1B or more.
Who are the top investors in Austria Auto companies?
The most active investors in Austria Auto companies on this list include Austria Wirtschaftsservice, Europa, Ministerstvo Hospodárstva Slovenskej Republiky, European Investment Bank, Invest.

Rankings are computed by Radar (Fliar BI) from the Radar company master and are updated periodically. Funding and momentum scores use disclosed equity-funding data only. Figures may lag private rounds. Last updated 2026-06-21.

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