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Best Auto Companies in Los Angeles, United States

The 96 best Auto companies in Los Angeles, United States in 2026, ranked by funding and momentum. Funding, investors, founders, valuation, tech stack and live signals. Top: RepairSmith.

96companies tracked
$213.6Mdisclosed funding
0unicorns
14have raised
FLIAR INTELLIGENCE · AUTO × LOS ANGELES

Our analysis of 50 Auto companies

$9.4b in tracked funding; 94% of the stack-profiled cohort runs cloud-native; funding activity peaked in 2025.

50companies analysed
94%cloud-native stacks
2025funding peak (by rounds)
4unicorns
2015median founding year

Ranked: Best Auto companies in Los Angeles

#CompanyDisclosed fundingLast roundStageFounderFoundedTech stackPatents & IP focusRecent signals
1RepairSmith
Online platform offering on-demand car repair & maintenance services
$42M58 mo agoAcquired2018Apple iCloud MailMicrosoft 365TypeScript+20
2HONK Technologies
AI-powered roadside assistance platform redefining vehicle assistance and logistics
$33M95 mo agoAcquired2014WebflowGSAPTypekit+221 award
3Transonic Combustion
Limited information available
$32M163 mo agoSeries DSamir Kaul
Co-Founder
20063 patents
Patents concentrated in mechanical & energy engineering
4FinditParts
Online marketplace for truck parts
$30M50 mo agoSeries ADavid Seewack
Founder & CEO
2010Cart FunctionalityRubyErlang+29
5Happier Camper
Innovative fiberglass travel trailers with adaptable interiors for versatile adventures
29Growth top 35%Funding top 41%Tech top 48%Patents bottom 45%
All 7 signals ▾
Growthtop 35%
Fundingtop 41%
Techtop 48%
Patentsbottom 45%
Globalbottom 37%
Innovationbottom 33%
Marketbottom 25%
Growth: Fresh capital in last 24 mo
Funding: Raised $25.4M across 7 rounds · 7 rounds over 10 yrs (0.7/yr)
rank vs industry peers · Fliar Intelligence Index 29/100
$25M13 mo agoSeries B2012Cart FunctionalityShopifyGSAP+2810 patents
Modular interior conversion system for recreational vehicles and camper living spaces
6Signal Automotive
Dealer of cars
$20M67 mo agoSeries BSteve Jillings
CEO
2019Webflow EcommerceWebflowcore-js+14
7Just
Usage-based auto insurance platform for individuals
$15M32 mo agoSeries ARobert Smithson
Founder and CEO
2014SentryNode.jsRadix UI+2539 patents
Patents concentrated in health & consumer products
8SureSale
Service platform and marketplace allow dealers and private sellers to certify and market used vehicles
$7M76 mo agoDeadpooledDonny K Hall
Co-Founder & CEO
2001
9Thousand
Manufacturer of stylish and safe bicycle helmets and accessories
$4M47 mo agoSeries AGloria Hwang
Founder & CEO
2015Cart FunctionalityShopifySentry+502 patents
Helmet safety designs focusing on secure fastening openings for head protection
10SimpleCar
Provider of car maintenance services
$4M32 mo agoSeries AClyde Rankin
Founder
2021Cart FunctionalitySquarespace CommerceSquarespace+18
11GDNAuto
Provider of automotive sales and repair services
$1M201 mo agoSeedMike Sheridan
Founder & President
2008WordPressMySQLPHP+15
12Car Body Lab
Provider of mobile auto repair service
$100K84 mo agoAcquiredRudy Joudet
Founder & CEO
2017TypeScriptGraphQLMUI+16

Top 12 Auto companies in Los Angeles

#1
Series B · Los Angeles, California · founded 2012 · 22 employees
$25.4Mraised

Innovative fiberglass travel trailers with adaptable interiors for versatile adventures. They design and manufacture lightweight, durable travel trailers featuring a modular interior system. Their products offer endless possibilities, from camping and business use to extra living space. They focus on creating a community around their brand, encouraging customers to share their experiences and connect with each other. They offer a range of models and accessories, providing options for customization and personalization. Customers can explore models, book appointments, and find resources on their website. They also provide financing options and a catalog for a deeper dive into their product suite. They aim to provide excellent customer service and support throughout the buying process and beyond. Their trailers are designed to be easy to tow and set up, making them ideal for both experienced and first-time campers. They offer virtual tours and showroom visits to help customers find the perfect camper.

Fliar Intelligence Index™ 29how this company ranks against its industry peers
Growth
top 35%
Funding
top 41%
Tech
top 48%
Patents
bottom 45%
Global
bottom 37%
Innovation
bottom 33%
Growth: Fresh capital in last 24 mo
Funding: Raised $25.4M across 7 rounds · 7 rounds over 10 yrs (0.7/yr) · Last round Series B (May 2025)
Tech: 32 technologies across 3/8 capability areas · Cloud: Cloudflare · Security: Cloudflare Bot Management, Hsts
Audience (LinkedIn): 1k LinkedIn followers — 4.0% of this cohort's audience
Activity (LinkedIn): 1 product launches announced in 12 mo
Funding rounds
  • May 2025Series B$4.9M
  • Apr 2023Series B$6.6M
  • Jul 2021Series B$7.6M
  • Nov 2020Series A$3.7M
Investors
Camping World, Sortis, NewBound Ventures
Tech stack
Cart FunctionalityCloudflareCloudflare Bot ManagementCore-JsFancyboxFlickity
#2
Series A · Los Angeles, California · founded 2014 · 48 employees
$15.3Mraised

Usage-based auto insurance platform for individuals. It features solutions for vehicle collisions, third-party bodily injury, medical bills coverage, liability coverage, accident protection, and more. The app is available for Android and iOS platforms.

LinkedIn Pulse recent public activity · Jul 2026
Audience: 2k LinkedIn followers — 6.1% of this cohort's audience
Hiring: 1 hiring post in 12 mo (public) · hiring: Compliance Analyst
Funding rounds
  • Sep 2023Conventional Debt$5M
  • Sep 2021Series A$8M
Founders & team
Robert SmithsonFounder and CEO
Investors
Crosscut Ventures, ManchesterStory Group, Western Technology Investment, Trust Ventures
Tech stack
CloudflareCloudflare Bot ManagementCloudflare Browser InsightsDatadogElfsightGoogle Analytics
#3
Series A · Los Angeles, California · founded 2010 · 120 employees
$30Mraised

FinditParts is an online marketplace for truck parts for light, medium, and heavy-duty trucks, buses, forklifts, etc. It offers 6M parts like filters, lighting, mirrors, electrical, and valves from brands like Hendrickson, Grote, Denso's, etc. It serves fleet operators, municipalities, distributors, repair facilities, etc. It ships across the USA.

LinkedIn Pulse recent public activity · Jul 2026
Audience: 6k LinkedIn followers — 16.1% of this cohort's audience
Hiring: 2 hiring posts in 12 mo (public) · momentum +2 · hiring: Head of Performance Marketing, SEO
Funding rounds
  • Mar 2022Series A$30M
Founders & team
David SeewackFounder & CEO
Investors
Crestline
Tech stack
AccessibeAmazon SesAmazon Web ServicesBootstrapBugsnagCart Functionality
#4
Acquired · Los Angeles, California · founded 2018 · 135 employees
$42Mraised

Online platform offering on-demand car repair & maintenance services. The service offerings include spark plugs replacement, engine tune-up, oil change and, battery replacement.

Funding rounds
  • Aug 2021Series B$42M
Investors
TI Capital, Mercedes-Benz, Porsche Ventures, Spring Mountain Capital, Catapult, MS&AD Ventures
Tech stack
Amazon Web ServicesAngularApple Icloud MailBootstrapCore-JsFont Awesome
#5
Series A · Los Angeles, California · founded 2021 · 6 employees
$3.7Mraised

Provider of a month-to-month car subscription intended for a debt-free alternative to vehicle ownership. The company's fixed monthly subscription gets the rider on the road, from insurance, maintenance, and roadside assistance, to the actual car itself, enabling car owners to fulfill their needs for one easy-to-understand low monthly fee.

Funding rounds
  • Sep 2023Series A$3.7M
Founders & team
Clyde RankinFounder
Investors
BAM Ventures
#6
Acquired · Los Angeles, California · founded 2014 · 121 employees
$32.9Mraised

AI-powered roadside assistance platform redefining vehicle assistance and logistics. The company offers a comprehensive suite of cloud-based services, including roadside assistance, specialized vehicle support, accident management, and catastrophe event logistics. They provide solutions for insurance, automotive, logistics, collision repair, fleet management, and membership programs. The platform features intuitive interfaces, advanced data analytics, and seamless integrations. Their services include real-time management portals, intelligent dispatch algorithms, and digital reimbursement solutions. They focus on customer satisfaction, aiming to provide prompt, efficient, and reliable assistance. The company leverages technology to optimize costs, drive customer loyalty, and prevent fraud. They offer various service levels, from core roadside assistance to customized enterprise solutions. The platform supports roadside assistance for motorcycles, EVs, and RVs, utilizing digital pathways and automation for vehicle release. They provide efficient towing solutions for bulk vehicle movements and real-time vehicle logistics during disaster recovery. The company's platform is designed to

LinkedIn Pulse recent public activity · Jul 2026
Audience: 4k LinkedIn followers — 11.6% of this cohort's audience
Activity: 1 awards announced in 12 mo
Funding rounds
  • Jun 2018Series B$18M
  • Apr 2015Series A$13.1M
  • Nov 2014Seed$1.8M
Investors
Hinge Capital, Expansion Venture Capital, Structure Capital, Karlin Ventures, Altpoint Capital, Double M Partners
Tech stack
Amazon CloudfrontAmazon S3Amazon Web ServicesAuthorize.NetCloudflareCloudflare Bot Management
#7
Series B · Los Angeles, California · founded 2019
$20Mraised

Dealer of cars

LinkedIn Pulse recent public activity · Jul 2026
Audience: 2k LinkedIn followers — 6.3% of this cohort's audience
Funding rounds
  • Nov 2020Series B$20M
Founders & team
Steve JillingsCEO
Investors
Kayne Anderson Capital Advisors
Tech stack
CloudflareCore-JsGoogle AnalyticsGoogle Font ApiGoogle Hosted LibrariesGoogle Tag Manager
#8
Series D · Los Angeles, California · founded 2006
$32Mraised

Limited information available

Funding rounds
  • Nov 2012Series D$32M
Founders & team
Samir KaulCo-FounderBrian AhlbornCEO & President
Investors
Venrock, Khosla Ventures, Rustic Canyon Partners, Saints Capital
#9
Series A · Los Angeles, California · founded 2015 · 19 employees
$3.9Mraised

Manufacturer of stylish and safe bicycle helmets and accessories. The company designs helmets prioritizing both aesthetics and safety features, including MIPS technology. In addition to helmets for adults and children, they offer a range of accessories such as gloves, bells, locks, and helmet visors. A focus on sustainability and ethical manufacturing practices is also evident in their operations. The company aims to make helmets that people want to wear, thereby increasing helmet usage and rider safety.

LinkedIn Pulse recent public activity · Jul 2026
Audience: 4k LinkedIn followers — 10.7% of this cohort's audience
Hiring: 1 hiring post in 12 mo (public) · hiring: Warehouse Supervisor
Funding rounds
  • Jul 2022Series A$3.9M
Founders & team
Gloria HwangFounder & CEOAmar PatelCo-Founder
Investors
Vaidya Capital Partners, Advisors.Fund, White Road Investments
Tech stack
Amazon PayAmazon S3Amazon Web ServicesApple PayAzure Edge NetworkBackbone.Js
#10
Deadpooled · Los Angeles, California · founded 2001 · 14 employees
$7Mraised

Service platform and marketplace allow dealers and private sellers to certify and market used vehicles

Funding rounds
  • Feb 2020Series A$7M
Founders & team
Donny K HallCo-Founder & CEOEdward RouthCo-FounderJustin SchwartzCo-Founder
Investors
Upfront Ventures, Coffin Capital & Ventures, Next Play Capital, 77 Ventures
#11
Seed · Los Angeles, California · founded 2008
$1.2Mraised

Provider of automotive sales and repair services

Founders & team
Mike SheridanFounder & President
#12
Acquired · Los Angeles, California · founded 2017 · 18 employees
$100Kraised

CarBodyLab is an online platform that provides car repair & maintenance services. Users can book the service at their home or office through the platform by making an online payment. Users can upload a photo of the car damage, get an estimate & book an appointment.

Funding rounds
  • 2019Seed
  • 2019Seed$100K
Founders & team
Rudy JoudetFounder & CEO
Investors
Right Side Capital Management, Gener8tor, Alumni Ventures
Tech stack
Amazon Web ServicesApolloAws Certificate ManagerCloudflareCore-JsEmotion

Funding & investor landscape

$213.6Mtotal disclosed funding
12companies funded
20disclosed rounds
0rounds last 90 days
Most active investors
Montage Ventures2 rounds
Western Technology Investment2 rounds
405 Ventures1 rounds
77 Ventures1 rounds
APEX Ventures1 rounds
Advisors.Fund1 rounds
Akkadian Ventures1 rounds
Altpoint Capital1 rounds
Alumni Ventures1 rounds
Angel List1 rounds

Notable founders

Robert Smithson
Founder and CEO · Just
David Seewack
Founder & CEO · FinditParts
Clyde Rankin
Founder · SimpleCar
Steve Jillings
CEO · Signal Automotive
Samir Kaul
Co-Founder · Transonic Combustion
Brian Ahlborn
CEO & President · Transonic Combustion
Gloria Hwang
Founder & CEO · Thousand
Amar Patel
Co-Founder · Thousand
Donny K Hall
Co-Founder & CEO · SureSale
Edward Routh
Co-Founder · SureSale
Mike Sheridan
Founder & President · GDNAuto
Rudy Joudet
Founder & CEO · Car Body Lab
Prism market signals · United States · country-scoped Prism corpus, 5,477,462 docs

Market landscape — 10 sub-themes by coverage

Share of Auto coverage by sub-theme.

Regulatory-risk over time rising

Funding & growth over time

funding rising · growth rising

Common questions

How many Auto companies are there in Los Angeles, United States?
Radar tracks 96 indexable Auto companies headquartered in Los Angeles, United States that meet our profile-completeness bar.
What is the total funding raised by Auto companies in Los Angeles, United States?
The Auto companies in Los Angeles, United States on this list have raised a combined $213.6M in disclosed equity funding across 12 funded companies.
Which is the highest-funded Auto company in Los Angeles, United States?
RepairSmith is the highest-funded Auto company in Los Angeles, United States, with $42M in disclosed equity funding.
How many Auto companies in Los Angeles, United States are funded?
12 of the 96 Auto companies in Los Angeles, United States on this list have disclosed at least one equity funding round.
How many Auto unicorns are there in Los Angeles, United States?
None of the Auto companies in Los Angeles, United States on this list currently has a disclosed valuation of $1B or more.
Who are the top investors in Los Angeles, United States Auto companies?
The most active investors in Los Angeles, United States Auto companies on this list include Montage Ventures, Western Technology Investment, 405 Ventures, 77 Ventures, APEX Ventures.
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