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Best Auto Companies in London, United Kingdom

Updated 2026-06-20 · Ranked by funding & momentum

144 indexable Auto companies headquartered in London, United Kingdom, ranked by total equity funding and recent funding momentum. Combined disclosed equity funding of $2.8B across 35 funded companies, including 5 unicorns.

144
Companies
$2.8B
Total Funding
35
Funded
5
Unicorns
1
Rounds (90d)

Ranked: Best Auto companies in London

#CompanyFundingValuationStage Latest roundEmployeesFoundedMomentum
1 Zego Unicorn
Provider of flexible insurance policies for drivers and delivery workers
$281.7M $1.1B
as of 2021
Series C Series C Apr 2026 417 2016 ↑ Active
2 Motorway Unicorn
Online platform providing vehicle valuation and sales services to individuals
$276.2M $1B
as of 2021
Series C Conventional Debt Dec 2025 164 2017 ↑ Active
3 Bumper
Online car repair financing platform
$96.1M $55.6M
as of 2021
Series B Conventional Debt Dec 2025 38 2013 ↑ Active
4 Carmoola
App-based marketplace for used car loans
$185.9M Series B Conventional Debt Jun 2025 8 2021 ↑ Active
5 ECARX Unicorn
Manufacture of automotive electronic components
$50M $3.3B
as of 2021
Public Post IPO Nov 2025 1,501 2017 ↑ Active
6 Marshmallow Unicorn
Provider of motor vehicle insurance policies for car and van
$116.3M $1B
as of 2023
Series C Series C Apr 2025 50 2017 ↑ Active
7 Carwow
Online marketplace to buy new cars
$178.4M $219.9M
as of 2019
Series E Series E Jul 2024 207 2010 ↑ Active
8 Cazoo Unicorn
Online dealer of second-hand cars
$1.2B $7B
as of 2021
Public Post IPO Feb 2022 3,226 2018
9 Zeti
Developer of an online lending platform connecting electric vehicle fleet operators with institutional lenders
$8.8M Series A Series A Jun 2024 6 2020 ↑ Active
10 New Motion Labs
Manufacturer of automotive transmission systems
$3.3M Series A Series A Aug 2024 5 2019 ↑ Active
11 Car Credible
Online platform that provides appraisal of current car finance deal
$1.8M Seed Seed Jul 2024 5 2019 ↑ Active
12 Alliance Automotive Group
Distributor of passenger and commercial vehicle parts
$250.3M Acquired Conventional Debt Nov 2013 4,500 1989
13 Cuvva
Online usage-based car insurance solutions
$21.9M Series A Series A Dec 2022 150 2014
14 MODA Industries
Manufacturer of trucks
$2M Seed Seed Apr 2024 5 2021
15 Pace Van Hire
Provider of convenient self-drive van hire services
$4.5M Funding Raised Conventional Debt Aug 2023 2008
16 Autoquake.com
Online used car listing platform
$33.7M Acquired Series B Mar 2010 674 2005
17 WeVee
Online platform offering electric car-leasing services
$14M Deadpooled Seed Jul 2021 41 2019
18 Cazana
Online platform providing vehicle data & valuations
$13.2M $28.6M
as of 2019
Acquired Series A Sep 2019 52 2016
19 Zebra Fuel
Provider of an on-demand fuel delivery service
$9.4M $16M
as of 2018
Seed Seed Nov 2018 41 2016
20 fettle
Provider of online platform for bike repair services
$3M $9.3M
as of 2021
Acquired Seed Nov 2021 24 2012
21 Tootle
A used car consignment provider
$6.4M $11M
as of 2018
Deadpooled Series A Jan 2018 15 2015
22 Silent Sensors
Providers of sensors to measure tire pressure and temperature
$3.5M Funding Raised Grant (prize money) Oct 2019 1 2012
23 Dropless
On-demand car wash service
$1.1M Seed Seed Nov 2022 105 2017
24 Binani Technologies
Manufacturer and designer of automotive electric powertrain
$534K Seed Seed Jun 2023 8 2017
25 ClickMechanic
Online garage aggregator for vehicle repair & maintenance services
$2.6M $16.1M
as of 2018
Series A Series A Jan 2020 25 2012
26 zeVie
Online platform offering electric car leasing services
$734.1K $5.8M
as of 2022
Seed Seed Sep 2022 3 2018
27 Kudo
App-based insurance platform for auto insurance
$530.6K Series A Series A Sep 2022 6 2019
28 CTRLio
Mobile usage data exchange
$1.3M Deadpooled Angel Nov 2015 7 2013
29 Breez Insurance
App-based car insurance platform for individuals
$261K Seed Seed Apr 2022 6 2021
30 Autofixa
Automotive manufacturing company
$696.2K Seed Seed May 2018 12 2017
31 Aχioma
Provider of car repair services
$145.5K Seed Seed Oct 2022 6 2018
32 Diode
Developer of software that facilitates net-zero sales through customer purchase decisions
$225K $2.6M
as of 2021
Seed Seed May 2021 4 2019
33 Guevara
Mutual insurance for cars
$400K Seed Seed Sep 2013 13 2013
34 Auto Lease Compare
Provider of car leasing services
$146.1K Seed Seed Jan 2020 2019
35 AutoeBid
Online auction-based platform for new cars
$230.5K Acquired Conventional Debt Aug 2010 4 2003
36 Horse Powertrain
Provider of powertrain solutions
Seed Seed Dec 2024 2024 ↑ Active
37 Everrati
Manufacturer of passenger cars
Seed Angel Jul 2022 16 2019
38 Car Spares Factors
Company that provides a range of automotive spare parts and accessories
Funding Raised May 2020 1977
39 Liberty House Group
Manufacturer and supplier of major auto components to OEMs
Funding Raised Nov 2018 131 1992
40 FinanceAcar
Car finance aggregation and comparison portal
Series A Series A Aug 2011 21 2009
41 Adiona Technologies
Provider of artificial intelligence powered solutions for motor insurance policies
Unfunded 8 2008
42 Alan Day
Online dealer new & used cars
Unfunded 1972
43 Amicar
Online marketplace for refinancing car loans
Deadpooled 2019
44 APC
Provider of automotive dealership services
Acquired 6 2005
45 Auto Auction
Online auction-based marketplace for used cars
Deadpooled 2005
46 Auto Block
Blockchain-based transaction system for the automotive industry
Unfunded 2017
47 Auto Coin Cars
Online marketplace for pre-owned cars
Deadpooled 14 2018
48 Auto Vivendi
Provider of car dealership services
Funding Raised 2005
49 Autoglass
Online platform for vehicle glass repair & maintenance services on-demand
Acquired 2,140 2009
50 AutoVolo
Online platform to buy and sell used cars in the UK
Deadpooled 2015

Top 12 Auto companies in London

#1
Zego Unicorn Series C
$281.7M Raised
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location_onLondon, England
Founded
2016
Employees
417
Funding raised
$281.7M
Valuation
$1.1B · 2021
Stage
Series C

Provider of flexible insurance policies for drivers and delivery workers. Coverage options include telematics-based car insurance, private hire taxi insurance, and policies for van operators. The offerings extend to delivery insurance for individuals using cars, scooters, or motorbikes for food and parcel transport. Policies are available for learner drivers and business owners requiring protection for their vehicles

Funding rounds (6 disclosed of 7)
Round Date Amount
Series C Apr 2026 $28M
Series C Mar 2021 $150M
Series B Jun 2019 $42M
Venture Debt Jan 2019 Undisclosed
Series A Nov 2017 $7.9M
Seed Jul 2017 $1.6M
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Tech stack
amplitudeapple icloud mailbootstrapcloudflarecloudflare bot managementdatadog+14
#2
Motorway Unicorn Series C
$276.2M Raised
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location_onLondon, England
Founded
2017
Employees
164
Funding raised
$276.2M
Valuation
$1B · 2021
Stage
Series C

Online platform providing vehicle valuation and sales services to individuals. It offers a way for individuals to value and sell their vehicles. The platform facilitates connections between sellers and a network of dealers. It arranges for vehicle collection and payment processing upon sale completion.

Funding rounds (6 disclosed of 6)
Round Date Amount
Conventional Debt Dec 2025 $33.6M
Series C Nov 2021 $190M
Series B Jun 2021 $67.7M
Series A Jun 2019 $13.8M
Seed Mar 2018 $4.1M
Angel Mar 2017 $664.9K
Tech stack
adalyseramazon cloudfrontamazon web servicesangularaws certificate managercloudflare+14
#3
Bumper Series B
$96.1M Raised
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location_onLondon, England
Founded
2013
Employees
38
Funding raised
$96.1M
Valuation
$55.6M · 2021
Stage
Series B

Online car repair financing platform. It is a payment platform that allows users to split the cost of car repairs and servicing into monthly installments. It provides users with information and data on vehicles for buying, selling, or maintaining purposes.

Funding rounds (12 disclosed of 12)
Round Date Amount
Conventional Debt Dec 2025 $80.2M
Series B Aug 2025 $11M
Series B Dec 2024 $2.6M
Series B Apr 2024 $2.5M
Series B Jan 2024 $48M
Series A Nov 2022 $31.3M
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Tech stack
amazon web servicesanimate.cssapple icloud mailbootstrapcloudflarecloudflare bot management+14
#4
Carmoola Series B
$185.9M Raised
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location_onLondon, England
Founded
2021
Employees
8
Funding raised
$185.9M
Stage
Series B

App-based marketplace for used car loans. It provides users with a platform that directs users to a car dealership or digital car marketplaces to buy a new car with finance and provides a suitable finance payment plan. The application is available for iOS devices.

Funding rounds (6 disclosed of 6)
Round Date Amount
Conventional Debt Jun 2025 $407.9M
Conventional Debt Sep 2024 $133.7M
Series B Jan 2024 $19.7M
Conventional Debt Feb 2023 $114.7M
Series A Feb 2023 $10.3M
Seed Apr 2022 $35.3M
Tech stack
amazon web servicesapple icloud mailbootstrapbranchcdnjscloudflare+14
#5
ECARX Unicorn Public
$50M Raised
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location_onLondon, England
Founded
2017
Employees
1,501
Funding raised
$50M
Valuation
$3.3B · 2021
Stage
Public

Manufacture of automotive electronic components. Its products include infotainment head units, digital cockpits, vehicle chip-set solutions, active safety electronics, unmanned driving sensors, controllers, and other products.

Funding rounds (2 disclosed of 3)
Round Date Amount
Post IPO Nov 2025 $100M
Series B Jul 2022 Undisclosed
Series B Sep 2021 $50M
Tech stack
acquia cloud platformacquia cloud site factoryadobe analyticsadobe experience platform identity serviceadobe experience platform launchakamai+14
#6
Marshmallow Unicorn Series C
$116.3M Raised
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location_onLondon, England
Founded
2017
Employees
50
Funding raised
$116.3M
Valuation
$1B · 2023
Stage
Series C

Provider of motor vehicle insurance policies for car and van. These insurance products offer financial protection against damage to vehicles and liability for injury or property damage caused to others. The policies include coverage for fire, theft, and vandalism. Customers manage their insurance documentation and policy details through a digital interface. The business provides support for claims and accident report

Funding rounds (6 disclosed of 6)
Round Date Amount
Series C Apr 2025 $45M
Conventional Debt Apr 2025 $45M
Conventional Debt May 2023 $18.5M
Series B Sep 2021 $85M
Series A Nov 2020 $30M
Seed Nov 2017 $1.3M
Tech stack
amazon cloudfrontamazon s3amazon web servicesapolloapple icloud mailbootstrap+14
#7
Carwow Series E
$178.4M Raised
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location_onLondon, England
Founded
2010
Employees
207
Funding raised
$178.4M
Valuation
$219.9M · 2019
Stage
Series E

Online marketplace that allows buyers to compare new car offers & buy directly from trusted dealers that are registered with the platform. Buyers can explore cars by specifying make/model, features & more, and then receive offers directly from the dealers. They can then quickly compare offers by price & location of the dealer, reviews of the dealer & what’s actually in stock.

Funding rounds (10 disclosed of 12)
Round Date Amount
Series E Jul 2024 $53.2M
Series C Nov 2023 $3.3M
Series C Apr 2022 Undisclosed
Series C Mar 2022 $22.6M
Venture Debt Dec 2021 $55M
Series C Sep 2019 $2.5M
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Tech stack
alpine.jsamplitudeapple icloud mailaurabootstrapbugsnag+14
#8
Cazoo Unicorn Public
$1.2B Raised
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location_onLondon, England
Founded
2018
Employees
3,226
Funding raised
$1.2B
Valuation
$7B · 2021
Stage
Public

Online dealer of second-hand cars. Their platform enables buyers to search for cars and view their specifications, photos, service history, price, and more. Buyers can purchase the car via the platform, as well as, have the cars delivered to their location. Their platform also provides car financing and servicing.

Funding rounds (6 disclosed of 6)
Round Date Amount
Post IPO Feb 2022 $630M
Series D Oct 2020 $311M
Series D Jun 2020 $31M
Series D Mar 2020 $116.4M
Series C Sep 2019 $64.5M
Series C Dec 2018 $40.3M
Founders & key people
#9
Zeti Series A
$8.8M Raised
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location_onLondon, England
Founded
2020
Employees
6
Funding raised
$8.8M
Stage
Series A

Developer of an online lending platform connecting electric vehicle fleet operators with institutional lenders. It provides pay-per-mile vehicle finance. It also provides real-time investment performance reporting, usage-based billing, real-time vehicle behavior, and diagnostic data.

Funding rounds (2 disclosed of 3)
Round Date Amount
Series A Jun 2024 $6.3M
Seed Nov 2022 Undisclosed
Seed Jul 2022 $2.5M
#10
New Motion Labs Series A
$3.3M Raised
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location_onLondon, England
Founded
2019
Employees
5
Funding raised
$3.3M
Stage
Series A

Manufacturer of automotive transmission systems

Funding rounds (3 disclosed of 4)
Round Date Amount
Series A Aug 2024 $2.3M
Seed Jun 2023 Undisclosed
Conventional Debt Jun 2023 $890.5K
Seed Mar 2022 $1M
#11
$1.8M Raised
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location_onLondon, England
Founded
2019
Employees
5
Funding raised
$1.8M
Stage
Seed

Developer of financial technology software, intended to serve the automotive retail industry. The company specializes in helping customers to monitor their car finance with a clear overview of the numbers that matter which includes depreciating car values to the early settlement figure, enabling them to take back control of their car finance.

Funding rounds (3 disclosed of 4)
Round Date Amount
Seed Jul 2024 $206.3K
Seed Mar 2023 $620.3K
Seed Sep 2020 $1.8M
Seed Feb 2020 Undisclosed
Founders & key people
#12
$250.3M Raised
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location_onLondon, England
Founded
1989
Employees
4,500
Funding raised
$250.3M
Stage
Acquired

Distributor of passenger and commercial vehicle parts

Funding rounds (1 disclosed of 1)
Round Date Amount
Conventional Debt Nov 2013 $250.3M
Tech stack
bootstrapcloudflarecloudflare bot managementfont awesomehammer.jshsts+14

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Funding & investor landscape

Total raised
$2.8B
across these companies
Companies funded
35
with disclosed funding
Highest-funded
$1.2B raised

Most active investors

LocalGlobe LocalGlobe 4 investments in Auto InsurTech Directory InsurTech Directory 3 investments in Auto Latitude Latitude 3 investments in Auto Seedcamp Seedcamp 3 investments in Auto Tech Nation Tech Nation 3 investments in Auto Accel Accel 2 investments in Auto Annox Capital Annox Capital 2 investments in Auto Anthemis Group Anthemis Group 2 investments in Auto Autotech Ventures Autotech Ventures 2 investments in Auto Balderton Capital Balderton Capital 2 investments in Auto BlackRock BlackRock 2 investments in Auto Forward Partners Forward Partners 2 investments in Auto

Notable founders in London Auto

Sten Saar Sten Saar Co-Founder & CEO Zego · $281.7M raised
Harry Franks Harry Franks Co-Founder Zego · $281.7M raised
Tom Leathes Tom Leathes Co-Founder & CEO Motorway · $276.2M raised
Alex Buttle Alex Buttle Co-Founder & VP Growth Motorway · $276.2M raised
James Jackson James Jackson Co-Founder & CEO Bumper · $96.1M raised
Jack Allman Jack Allman Co-Founder Bumper · $96.1M raised
Roman Sumnikov Roman Sumnikov Co-Founder Carmoola · $185.9M raised
Igor Gordiichuk Igor Gordiichuk Co-Founder and Chief Technology Officer Carmoola · $185.9M raised
AM Amy Mckechnie Co-Founder Carmoola · $185.9M raised
Aidan Rushby Aidan Rushby Co-Founder & CEO Carmoola · $185.9M raised
ZS Ziyu Shen Co-Founder & CEO ECARX · $50M raised
EL Eric Li Co-Founder ECARX · $50M raised

Frequently asked questions

How many Auto companies are there in London, United Kingdom?
Radar tracks 144 indexable Auto companies headquartered in London, United Kingdom that meet our profile-completeness bar.
What is the total funding raised by Auto companies in London, United Kingdom?
The Auto companies in London, United Kingdom on this list have raised a combined $2.8B in disclosed equity funding across 35 funded companies.
Which is the highest-funded Auto company in London, United Kingdom?
Cazoo is the highest-funded Auto company in London, United Kingdom, with $1.2B in disclosed equity funding.
How many Auto companies in London, United Kingdom are funded?
35 of the 144 Auto companies in London, United Kingdom on this list have disclosed at least one equity funding round.
How many Auto unicorns are there in London, United Kingdom?
5 Auto companies in London, United Kingdom on this list are valued at $1B or more.
Who are the top investors in London, United Kingdom Auto companies?
The most active investors in London, United Kingdom Auto companies on this list include LocalGlobe, InsurTech Directory, Latitude, Seedcamp, Tech Nation.

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 2026-06-20.

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