Best Auto Companies in Texas, United States
The 489 best Auto companies in Texas, United States in 2026, ranked by funding and momentum. Funding, investors, founders, valuation, tech stack and live signals. Top: Group1 Automotive.
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.
Ranked: Best Auto companies in Texas
| # | Company | Disclosed funding | Last round | Employees | Founder | Tech stack | Patents & IP focus | Recent signals |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Group1 Automotive Provider of new & used cars and trucks dealership services | $1.8B | 83 mo ago | 16,011 | Sterling McCall Co-Founder | PureCarsWordPressApple iCloud Mail+40 | — | 2 expansions · 1 award |
| 2 | Caliber Provider of auto & glass repair and fleet services | $1.7B | 72 mo ago | 21,000 | Mark Sanders CEO & President | Apple iCloud MailMicrosoft 365Node.js+29 | 36 patents Traction and loading accessories for tracked, snowmobile and vehicle wheel systems | — |
| 3 | Park Place Dealerships Premier Dallas/Fort Worth dealer for new and pre-owned luxury vehicles | $804M | 274 mo ago | 1,400 | Hadeel Alkhaldi CEO | PureCarsApple iCloud MailNode.js+34 | — | — |
| 4 | J.B. Poindexter Diversified manufacturer of commercial vehicles, specialty vehicles, and related components | $550M | 67 mo ago | 284 | John Poindexter CEO & Chairman | WordPress Block EditorWordPressApple iCloud Mail+21 | 7 patents Patents concentrated in electrical & electronics | — |
| 5 | The Zebra 🦄 Online insurance comparison platform for individuals | $262M | 62 mo ago | 367 367 → 326 (-11%) | Adam Lyons Co-Founder | — | 143 patents Advanced barcode scanner hardware: imaging, illumination, focus, and device status monitoring | 1 partnership · 1 award |
| 6 | Service King Premier collision repair company delivering best-in-class experience for customers and partners | $200M | 48 mo ago | 6,000 | Eddie Lennox Founder | — | — | — |
| 7 | Tricolor | $130M | 45 mo ago | 295 | — | Apple iCloud MailMicrosoft 365Chart.js+30 | 6 patents AI-powered vehicle identification and transaction processing platforms for automotive commerce | — |
| 8 | America's PowerSports Dealership network of motorcycle & powersports equipment | $32M | 244 mo ago | 24 | — | — | — | — |
| 9 | Loop AI-driven auto insurance platform for individuals | $24M | 56 mo ago | 62 | Carey Nadeau Co-Founder & Co-CEO | WebflowGSAPTikTok Pixel+23 | 75 patents Blockchain-enabled payment and load management systems for electric vehicle charging infrastructure | — |
| 10 | Rollick Online retailer of new and used recreational vehicles and equipment | $22M | 63 mo ago | 123 | — | Amazon WebstoreMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ASP.NET+37 | — | — |
| 11 | Arnold Oil Supplier of automotive products | $10M | — | 298 298 → 151 (-49%) | Mamie Arnold Founder | WordPressApple iCloud MailMySQL+21 | — | — |
| 12 | NuBrakes Provider of mobile brake repairing services for cars | $10M | 54 mo ago | 61 | Walker Drewett Co-Founder & CEO | Builder.ioSentryZendesk+26 | — | — |
| 13 | Yan Engines Developing differential stroke-cycle piston technology for fuel-efficient, high-power engines | $4M | 103 mo ago | 18 | — | — | — | — |
| 14 | Fenix Parts Premier provider of quality used auto parts with nationwide locations | $3M | 133 mo ago | 309 309 → 384 (+24%) | Kent Robertson CEO | WordPressMySQLZoho+29 | — | 3 job openings |
| 15 | On the Road Garage Online platform that provides car repairing & maintenance services | $3M | 70 mo ago | — | Michelle Corson Founder + CEO | — | — | — |
| 16 | NatG CNG Solutions Provider of alternative fuel systems and service for fleet operators | $2M | 127 mo ago | 11 | Balu Balagopal Co-Founder & CEO | — | — | — |
| 17 | 2Fuel Dual-fuel systems reducing emissions, lowering fuel costs, and maintaining engine power | $2M | 98 mo ago | — | Bruce Garner CEO | — | — | — |
| 18 | RateGenius Auto refinance loans | $2M | 99 mo ago | 243 | Christopher Brown Co-Founder | Amazon WebstoreWordPressRollbar+33 | — | — |
| 19 | Carable Online P2P auction platform of used cars | $2M | 105 mo ago | 2 | Göran Rehn Chairman | — | — | — |
| 20 | QualTech Automotive Provider of auto repair services | $1M | 28 mo ago | — | Billy Leavings Owner | WordPressMySQLPHP+22 | — | 1 expansion |
| 21 | Copart Online marketplace for used and salvaged vehicles | $1M | — | 10,200 10,200 → 5,378 (-47%) | Cameron Jones Executive Assistant to CEO | Apple iCloud MailMicrosoft 365TypeScript+28 | 22 patents Automated online vehicle auction and title processing, including remote printing and imaging systems | 2 awards |
| 22 | Revival Cycles Custom motorcycle builder, parts retailer, apparel shop, and event organizer | $535K | 130 mo ago | 11 | — | Shogun Page BuilderCart FunctionalityShopify+56 | — | — |
| 23 | DRN Provider of license plate recognition (LPR) data and analytics solutions | $400K | 195 mo ago | 53 | — | WordPressMySQLPHP+15 | — | 2 launchs |
| 24 | Carnomaly Blockchain-based used & new vehicles marketplace | $398K | 63 mo ago | — | Scott Heninger Founder & CEO | PHPTrixChart.js+18 | — | — |
| 25 | AGORA Data P2P exchange marketplace for automotive financing 40Talent top 38%Innovation top 39%Tech top 39%Product top 48% All 9 signals ▾Talenttop 38% Innovationtop 39% Techtop 39% Producttop 48% Fundingbottom 42% Growthbottom 42% Marketbottom 37% Globalbottom 32% Newsbottom 29% Talent: 2 named leaders on record · 2 C-suite/founder profiles curated Innovation: 8 product lines rank vs industry peers · Fliar Intelligence Index 40/100 | $191K | 3 mo ago | 80 | Christopher Hawke Co-Founder & CLO | WordPressApple iCloud MailMicrosoft 365+30 | — | 1 job opening · 1 partnership |
| 26 | AAMCO Car Care Repair & maintenance service provider for cars | $120K | 243 mo ago | 11 | Daniel Rakow Founder & President | DudaApple iCloud MailSalesforce+28 | — | — |
| 27 | Topmarq Online platform that provides car valuation | $100K | 53 mo ago | 3 | Quinn Osha Founder | — | 3 patents Automated web data extraction and item valuation for e‑commerce platforms. | — |
Top 12 Auto companies in Texas
#1
Seed · Arlington, Texas · founded 2017 · 80 employees$191.2Kraised▾
AGORA Data is an online peer-to-peer exchange marketplace for automotive loans/financing. It provides data-based financial insights to users by accumulating & structuring the aggregated data from buyers, sellers, and 3rd party systems across the stages of a loan cycle. It matches sellers with buyers based on the analytical insights and a bidding engine to facilitate the transaction. AGORA Data advances the trading/exchange of auto loans and auto retail installment contracts consisting of prime, near-prime, subprime, and BHPH.
- Feb 2026Seed—
- Apr 2020Conventional Debt$191.2K
#2
Acquired · Lewisville, Texas · founded 1997 · 21000 employees$1.7Braised▾
Provider of auto & glass repair and fleet services. It includes damaged glass replacement, safety system diagnostics, quick oil changing handling, tire issues, engine light checking, mechanical parts & fleet repair, maintenance, and industry-leading lifetime warranties.
- May 2020Conventional Debt$300M
- Feb 2019Conventional Debt$150M
- Feb 2017PE—
- Feb 2017Conventional Debt$1.2B
#3
Public · Houston, Texas · founded 1997 · 16011 employees$1.8Braised▾
In 2022, the company recorded annual revenues of $16.51B and a net profit of $0.69B.
- Jun 2019Conventional Debt$1.8B
- Aug 2004Post IPO$1M
- Jun 2004Post IPO$9.4M
- Mar 2004Post IPO$2M
#4
Funding Raised · Houston, Texas · founded 1981 · 284 employees$550Mraised▾
Diversified manufacturer of commercial vehicles, specialty vehicles, and related components. The company provides innovative solutions for the industrial, commercial, and manufacturing sectors. It offers a diverse portfolio of products and services, including the production and installation of commercial truck bodies, step-vans, service utility trucks, van bodies, ambulances, funeral coaches, limousines, cargo management systems, pick-up truck caps, tonneau covers, and accessories. The company's manufacturing segments offer comprehensive solutions to complex challenges, serving various industries. It focuses on providing superior value and service to customers and fostering a dynamic and entrepreneurial working environment. The company's business units encompass well-known commercial vehicle brands and specialty vehicle partners, all committed to quality, safety, and customer care.
- Oct 2020Conventional Debt$200M
- Apr 2018Conventional Debt$350M
#5
Series D · Austin, Texas · founded 2012 · 367 employees$261.5Mraised▾
The Zebra provides an online insurance comparison platform for individuals. It offers quotes for auto, life insurance, renters insurance, home insurance & more. It also provides insurance information resources. It offers an insurance calculator. Users can compare quotes from multiple insurance companies.
- Apr 2021Series D$150M
- Jun 2020Series C$43.5M
- Sep 2017Series B$40M
- Jan 2016Series A$17M
#6
Series C · Dallas, Texas · founded 2007 · 295 employees$130Mraised▾
- Sep 2022Conventional Debt$100M
- Sep 2021Series C$90M
- Feb 2020Series B$40M
#7
Acquired · Richardson, Texas · founded 1976 · 6000 employees$200Mraised▾
Premier collision repair company delivering best-in-class experience for customers and partners. They offer comprehensive auto body repair services, including aluminum repair, hail damage repair, dent removal, auto glass repair, and auto painting. Services also include paint scratch repair, bumper repair, fender repair, paintless dent repair, and windshield repair and replacement. They focus on a seamless repair experience, providing free estimates and backing all work with a lifetime guarantee. They work with all insurance companies and offer services such as vehicle drop-off scheduling, on-site rental, and towing. They are committed to industry-leading quality and safety standards, using manufacturer-certified parts and waterborne paints. They aim to build trust through transparency and a people-first approach, ensuring customer satisfaction and fostering a positive culture. They offer career opportunities and actively seek candidates for various positions.
#8
Acquired · Irving, Texas · founded 1987 · 1400 employees$803.8Mraised▾
Premier Dallas/Fort Worth dealer for new and pre-owned luxury vehicles. This dealership offers a wide selection of luxury vehicles, including sedans, SUVs, and electric cars. They provide services such as vehicle sales, service, parts, collision repair, and financing. The company focuses on customer experience, offering amenities like loaner cars, car washes, and comfortable client lounges. They also provide online shopping and scheduling options. The business model is B2C, offering both new and certified pre-owned vehicles. They offer a luxury gifting experience, personally delivered by Sales Experience Manager. They also have a Preferred Benefits program with exclusive offers from local retail and service partners.
- Aug 2003Conventional Debt$803.8M
#9
Series A · Austin, Texas · founded 2020 · 62 employees$24.2Mraised▾
AI-driven auto insurance platform for individuals. It offers solutions for property damage, collision, bodily injury, and more. It uses artificial intelligence technology to create more equitable insurance products. It also offers claims assistance solutions.
- Sep 2021Series A$21M
- Jan 2021Seed$3.2M
#10
Series B · Austin, Texas · founded 2017 · 123 employees$22.4Mraised▾
Online retailer of new and used recreational vehicles and equipment. It provides listings for various vehicle types, including RVs, motorcycles, boats, ATVs, and UTVs. The platform also offers resources for financing, vehicle rentals, accessories, and related articles. Additionally, it facilitates connections between buyers and sellers of recreational vehicles and equipment.
- Feb 2021Series B$8.5M
- Oct 2018Series A$8.3M
- Nov 2017Seed$5.6M
#11
Seed · Austin, Texas · founded 2010$1.3Mraised▾
QualTech Automotive is an auto repair company with multiple locations in Austin, Bee Cave, and Leander, TX. They offer comprehensive auto repairs and services for all makes and models, including A/C system checks, leak detection tests, and inspections of hoses, fittings, and compressors. They also provide discounts for AAA members.
- Jan 2024Seed$1.3M
#12
Series A · Austin, Texas · founded 2016 · 61 employees$9.7Mraised▾
Provider of mobile brake repairing services for cars. Customers can get an online repair quote and schedule service at their preferred time and location. The company offers a warranty on each service offered via the platform. Additionally, it also offers brake parts and fleet services.
- Dec 2021Series A$9M
- Jul 2019Seed$720K
Funding & investor landscape
Notable founders
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
How research on Autonomous Vehicles in Texas is moving
A read on the academic research around Autonomous Vehicles in Texas — which themes are gaining ground, the institutions and researchers driving them, and how the tone is shifting. Based on 182 papers.
UT Austin, UT Arlington, and Texas A&M lead Texas's moderately optimistic autonomous-vehicle research, focusing predominantly on safety, mobility innovation, and traffic management.
- The University of Texas at Austin39
- The University of Texas at Arlington34
- Texas A&M University29
- University of North Texas14
- The University of Texas at San Antonio11
- Intersection (aeronautics)1→3
- Transport engineering2→12
- Transport engineering1→7
- Computer security1→4
- Crash2→3
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