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Best Auto Tech Companies in Colorado, United States

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

109 indexable Auto Tech companies headquartered in Colorado, United States, ranked by total equity funding and recent funding momentum. Combined disclosed equity funding of $815.6M across 28 funded companies.

109
Companies
$815.6M
Total Funding
28
Funded
0
Unicorns
1
Rounds (90d)

Ranked: Best Auto Tech companies in Colorado

#CompanyFundingValuationStage Latest roundEmployeesFoundedMomentum
1 Outrider
Provider of autonomous systems for automating yard operations at logistics hubs
$262.2M Series D Series D Apr 2026 123 2017 ↑ Active
2 Solid Power
Developer of solid-state lithium-ion battery
$182M Public Grant (prize money) Jan 2025 270 2011 ↑ Active
3 Iontra
Provider of lithium-ion battery cell charging solutions
$93.2M Series C Series C Nov 2024 36 2015 ↑ Active
4 Azak
Developer of powertrain system for multiple categories of electric vehicles
$7.5M Series A Series A Jun 2025 1 2022 ↑ Active
5 Prieto
Provider of 3D Li-ion batteries with hyper-fast charging, extreme temperature operation, and nonflammable properties
$13.5M Series A Series A Jul 2024 12 2009 ↑ Active
6 DigniFi
Provider of financing options for automotive, powersport, and RV industries
$14M Series A Conventional Debt May 2024 97 2012
7 Bye Aerospace
Developer of all-electric fixed-wing aircraft designed for aviation training
$53.9M Series C Series C Nov 2022 7 2007
8 Unagi Scooters
Manufacturer of electric kick scooters
$30.9M Series B Conventional Debt Apr 2023 54 2018
9 Cosmic Aerospace
Manufacturer of electric aircraft
$6M Seed Seed Feb 2024 4 2021
10 Lightning eMotors
SaaS-based management solutions for EV charging station operators
$54.2M Public Series C Dec 2019 269 2008
11 Harvest Hosts
Network of businesses offering overnight RV stays
$37M Series C Series C Mar 2021 30 2010
12 SparkServ
Customer engagement solutions for automotive dealerships
$440K Seed Seed Aug 2024 2024 ↑ Active
13 Moove AI
Provider of data-platform for connected vehicles
$7.2M Series A Series A Mar 2023 18 2017
14 Parkifi
Real time parking spot occupancy solutions
$16.9M Acquired Series A Aug 2016 33 2014
15 Emporia Energy
Provider of energy monitoring system for residential purposes
$7M Series A Series A Nov 2021 49 2018
16 Blinker
Provider of an app-based connecting people to buy and sell cars
$10M Series A Series A Jul 2019 24 2013
17 LogicTree
Innovative software solutions: web design, application development, and digital marketing
$7M Acquired Series A Jan 2011 4 1997
18 AutoPay
Online lending marketplace for auto loans
$7.3M Early Stage Unattributed Jan 2017 331 1997
19 FattE-Bikes
Manufacturer of fat tire electric bicycles
$172.9K Seed Conventional Debt Mar 2024 6 2017
20 Rolling Energy Resources
Provider of electric vehicle load management solutions via onboard telematics
$650K Seed Grant (prize money) Jun 2022 17 2020
21 LightWare
Provider of laser rangefinder products
$1.5M Seed Seed Aug 2020 27 2011
22 Fidelity Comtech
Provider of telecommunications network infrastructure integration and managed services solutions
$1.9M Acqui-Hired Grant (prize money) Mar 2013 11 2001
23 Merlin Mobility
Provider of an ML-based automated driver safety system
$768K Seed Seed Oct 2021 7 2020
24 WingDriver
Provider of AI-based facial and eye analytics solutions for drivers
$20K Seed Seed 2023 8 2021
25 American Electric Vehicles
Electric vehicle batteries
$100K Deadpooled Conventional Debt Jun 2011 2007
26 dolaGon
Developer of autonomous ski lift vehicle
$20K Seed Seed 2022 5 2019
27 Klover
Provider of intelligent transportation solutions
$35K Seed Seed Mar 2018 1 2016
28 Urbike
Dockless bicycle sharing platform
$10K Deadpooled Seed Jul 2017 2005
29 2 Traffic Technologies
Traffic management solutions for traffic authorities
Unfunded 2023
30 AccidentPlan
SaaS-based provider of accident notification solutions for fleet management
Unfunded 2016
31 AET
SaaS-driven digital marketing solution for auto dealers
Unfunded 2019
32 Aftermarket Analytics
SaaS-driven inventory analysis software solutions & services
Unfunded 2012
33 AutoSport Catalog
Web hosting solutions with dedicated servers and domain registration services
Unfunded 2000
34 Autowash
Provider of touch-free car wash services and dog wash facilities with a membership program and mobile app.
Unfunded 2012
35 Bidpro
Instant bids on auto repairs
Deadpooled 2014
36 big splash car wash
Big Splash Car Wash offers car cleaning services.
Acquired 35 2012
37 Boulder ElectroRide
Electric motorcycle developer
Deadpooled 2008
38 Capital Dealer Solutions
Free marketing strategy resources, guides, and tools for confident growth
Unfunded 2011
39 Cargador
Online platform offering charging station solutions
Unfunded 2022
40 CarmaCare
Subscription-based automotive repair services
Funding Raised 5 2017
41 Charg Coin
Blockchain-based EV charging network
Unfunded 2018
42 charter software
Provider of business management software for equipment dealers.
Acquired 40 1978
43 CheckDrive
Online platform for selling cars with dealerships
Unfunded 2020
44 checkdrive
CheckDrive is a mobile application that connects a car-buyer with a certified mechanic to perform a pre-purchase inspection.
Private 2 2021
45 Colorado Kustoms
Colorado Kustom Carts: Golf carts and utility vehicles sales and service
Unfunded 2013
46 Commutifi
Employee mobility management provider
Funding Raised 21 2014
47 CompassCom
Provider of SaaS-based fleet tracking solutions
Unfunded 12 1994
48 Data1Qbit
Provider of cloud-based third-party security vendor assessment solution
Unfunded 2015
49 Dealer360
Dealership management solutions for automotive dealerships
Unfunded 22 2008
50 DealerLogix
Customisable web app for repair shops to engage customers
Unfunded 27 2005

Top 12 Auto Tech companies in Colorado

#1
Outrider Series D
$262.2M Raised
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location_onGolden, Colorado
Founded
2017
Employees
123
Funding raised
$262.2M
Stage
Series D

Provider of autonomous systems for automating yard operations at logistics hubs. The integrated system includes management software, autonomous vehicles, and site infrastructure. It focuses on improving efficiency, safety, and sustainability within yard environments. The system aims to automate manual and repetitive tasks, reduce carbon footprint, and improve asset tracking.

Funding rounds (7 disclosed of 7)
Round Date Amount
Series D Apr 2026 $21.5M
Series D May 2024 $62.5M
Series C Jan 2023 $73M
Series B Oct 2020 $65M
Series A Apr 2019 $53M
Series A Jun 2018 $8.1M
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Founders & key people
Tech stack
amazon s3amazon web servicesapple icloud mailautoptimizecdnjscloudflare+14
#2
Solid Power Public
$182M Raised
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location_onLouisville, Colorado
Founded
2011
Employees
270
Funding raised
$182M
Stage
Public

Developer of solid-state lithium-ion battery. The company cathode, and metallic lithium anode, and is separated by a solid electrolyte layer that claims to offer higher energy density and safer working conditions.

Funding rounds (6 disclosed of 11)
Round Date Amount
Grant (prize money) Jan 2025 $50M
Grant (prize money) Jan 2023 Undisclosed
Post IPO Oct 2021 Undisclosed
Post IPO Jun 2021 Undisclosed
Series B May 2021 $130M
Conventional Debt Dec 2020 $5.1M
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Tech stack
apache http serverazurebugherdcloudflaredocusignfancybox+14
#3
Iontra Series C
$93.2M Raised
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location_onDenver, Colorado
Founded
2015
Employees
36
Funding raised
$93.2M
Stage
Series C

Provider of lithium-ion battery cell charging solutions. It offers charge control technology that maximizes lithium battery performance without requiring cell redesign. It also claims that it eliminates lithium plating and dendrites. The solution caters to battery-powered product manufacturers, battery cell manufacturers, storage application operators, and more.

Funding rounds (8 disclosed of 8)
Round Date Amount
Series C Nov 2024 $45M
Grant (prize money) Nov 2024 $2.1M
Series B May 2023 $46.9M
Series B Aug 2022 $38M
Series A Nov 2020 $7.5M
Grant (prize money) Apr 2020 $748.3K
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#4
Azak Series A
$7.5M Raised
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location_onDenver, Colorado
Founded
2022
Employees
1
Funding raised
$7.5M
Stage
Series A

Developer of powertrain system for multiple categories of electric vehicles. The platform offers components for operating an electric vehicle are positioned inside and fixed below the center point of the wheel.

Funding rounds (1 disclosed of 1)
Round Date Amount
Series A Jun 2025 $7.5M
Tech stack
apple icloud mailcloudwaysjsdelivrmicrosoft 365mysqlnginx+3
#5
Prieto Series A
$13.5M Raised
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location_onFort Collins, Colorado
Founded
2009
Employees
12
Funding raised
$13.5M
Stage
Series A

Provider of 3D Li-ion batteries with hyper-fast charging, extreme temperature operation, and nonflammable properties. They aim to revolutionize power sources with their innovative battery technology.

Funding rounds (2 disclosed of 2)
Round Date Amount
Series A Jul 2024 $13.1M
Seed Jun 2011 $415K
Founders & key people
#6
DigniFi Series A
$14M Raised
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location_onBoulder, Colorado
Founded
2012
Employees
97
Funding raised
$14M
Stage
Series A

Provider of financing options for automotive, powersport, and RV industries. The company offers financing solutions for both businesses and consumers. It provides access to financing for vehicle repairs, parts, and accessories. The company facilitates financing options through installment loans and lines of credit.

Funding rounds (2 disclosed of 3)
Round Date Amount
Conventional Debt May 2024 $175M
Series A Aug 2022 Undisclosed
Series A Jun 2020 $14M
Tech stack
adrolladroll cmp systemamazon web servicesapple icloud mailcloudflarecloudflare bot management+14
#7
Bye Aerospace Series C
$53.9M Raised
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location_onEnglewood, Colorado
Founded
2007
Employees
7
Funding raised
$53.9M
Stage
Series C

Developer of all-electric fixed-wing aircraft designed for aviation training. The company designs aircraft to disrupt general aviation, starting with the aviation training sector. The aircraft are designed to be zero-emission, cost-effective, low-drag, low-noise, intelligent, and safety-enhanced. The company is an applicant for all-electric FAA certification.

Funding rounds (7 disclosed of 7)
Round Date Amount
Series C Nov 2022 $14M
Series C Oct 2021 $19M
Series C Mar 2020 $10M
Series C Jan 2019 $2M
Series C Feb 2018 $5M
Series A Nov 2017 $2.6M
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Tech stack
apache http serverdivigodaddygoogle analyticsgoogle font apigoogle tag manager+14
#8
Unagi Scooters Series B
$30.9M Raised
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location_onDenver, Colorado
Founded
2018
Employees
54
Funding raised
$30.9M
Stage
Series B

Manufacturer of electric kick scooters. The company develops The Model One electric-kick scooter with features like variant color options, light-weight, 9000 mah lithium-ion battery, LCD display for speed control monitoring, 250-watt motor range, optimum charging range, and more.

Funding rounds (4 disclosed of 4)
Round Date Amount
Series B Apr 2023 $17.3M
Conventional Debt Apr 2023 $10M
Series A Mar 2021 $10.5M
Seed Oct 2019 $3.1M
Founders & key people
Tech stack
aosapple icloud mailattentivecart functionalitycloudflarecloudflare bot management+14
#9
$6M Raised
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location_onCentennial, Colorado
Founded
2021
Employees
4
Funding raised
$6M
Stage
Seed

Manufacturer of electric aircraft. It designs and develops passenger aircraft with electric propulsion. It features longer flight ranges and less carbon emissions.

Funding rounds (2 disclosed of 2)
Round Date Amount
Seed Feb 2024 $4.5M
Seed May 2023 $1.5M
Tech stack
cloudflarecloudflare browser insightsgoogle workspacehttp/3next.jsnext.js app router+8
#10
$54.2M Raised
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location_onLoveland, Colorado
Founded
2008
Employees
269
Funding raised
$54.2M
Stage
Public

SaaS-based management solutions for EV charging station operators. It offers electric-vehicle charging solutions that include charging management software, charging devices, analytics, and more. It also develops multi-category electric vehicles like medium and heavy-duty vehicles like delivery trucks, shuttle buses, passenger vans, and others.

Funding rounds (8 disclosed of 11)
Round Date Amount
Series C Dec 2019 $41M
Conventional Debt Dec 2019 Undisclosed
Series B Jun 2018 $2.5M
Series B Oct 2017 $2.4M
Series B May 2017 $5.1M
Series A Jul 2016 $2.3M
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Founders & key people
#11
Harvest Hosts Series C
$37M Raised
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location_onVail, Colorado
Founded
2010
Employees
30
Funding raised
$37M
Stage
Series C

Network of businesses offering overnight RV stays at various locations. Members pay an annual fee for unlimited overnight stays at participating farms, wineries, breweries, and other attractions. Hosts benefit from increased customer traffic and revenue generated from on-site purchases. The program fosters a community among RVers and supports local businesses. Stays are typically one night, with some hosts offering e

Funding rounds (1 disclosed of 1)
Round Date Amount
Series C Mar 2021 $37M
Investors
Tech stack
apple icloud mailcloudflarecookiebotgoogle tag managergoogle workspacehsts+14
#12
SparkServ Seed
$440K Raised
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location_onDenver, Colorado
Founded
2024
Funding raised
$440K
Stage
Seed

Customer engagement solutions for automotive dealerships. The platform offers features that includes appointment management, customer management, sales management, and more.

Funding rounds (1 disclosed of 1)
Round Date Amount
Seed Aug 2024 $440K

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Funding & investor landscape

Total raised
$815.6M
across these companies
Companies funded
28
with disclosed funding
Highest-funded
$262.2M raised

Most active investors

FM Capital FM Capital 3 investments in Auto Tech Innosphere Innosphere 3 investments in Auto Tech ARPA-E ARPA-E 2 investments in Auto Tech Boomtown Accelerators Boomtown Accelerators 2 investments in Auto Tech Everywhere Everywhere 2 investments in Auto Tech MetaProp NYC MetaProp NYC 2 investments in Auto Tech National Science Foundation National Science Foundation 2 investments in Auto Tech Service Provider Capital Service Provider Capital 2 investments in Auto Tech Techstars Techstars 2 investments in Auto Tech Volta Volta 2 investments in Auto Tech 27four Investment Managers 27four Investment Managers 1 investment in Auto Tech 8VC 8VC 1 investment in Auto Tech

Notable founders in Colorado Auto Tech

Andrew Smith Andrew Smith Founder & CEO Outrider · $262.2M raised
Daniel Konopka Daniel Konopka CSO | Co-Founder Iontra · $93.2M raised
JG Jeff Granato Co-Founder & CEO Iontra · $93.2M raised
BM Ben Meager Co-Founder & CTO Azak · $7.5M raised
Amy Prieto Amy Prieto Founder & CTO Prieto · $13.5M raised
George Bye George Bye Founder, Chairman Bye Aerospace · $53.9M raised
RZ Rod Zastrow CEO and President Bye Aerospace · $53.9M raised
David Hyman David Hyman CEO Unagi Scooters · $30.9M raised
Lembit Sihver Lembit Sihver Founder & Chief Technology Officer Cosmic Aerospace · $6M raised
Marshall Gusman Marshall Gusman Co-Founder, Chief Technology Officer Cosmic Aerospace · $6M raised
CC Christopher Chahine Co-Founder & CEO Cosmic Aerospace · $6M raised
Tim Reeser Tim Reeser Co-Founder & CEO Lightning eMotors · $54.2M raised

Frequently asked questions

How many Auto Tech companies are there in Colorado, United States?
Radar tracks 109 indexable Auto Tech companies headquartered in Colorado, United States that meet our profile-completeness bar.
What is the total funding raised by Auto Tech companies in Colorado, United States?
The Auto Tech companies in Colorado, United States on this list have raised a combined $815.6M in disclosed equity funding across 28 funded companies.
Which is the highest-funded Auto Tech company in Colorado, United States?
Outrider is the highest-funded Auto Tech company in Colorado, United States, with $262.2M in disclosed equity funding.
How many Auto Tech companies in Colorado, United States are funded?
28 of the 109 Auto Tech companies in Colorado, United States on this list have disclosed at least one equity funding round.
How many Auto Tech unicorns are there in Colorado, United States?
None of the Auto Tech companies in Colorado, United States on this list currently has a disclosed valuation of $1B or more.
Who are the top investors in Colorado, United States Auto Tech companies?
The most active investors in Colorado, United States Auto Tech companies on this list include FM Capital, Innosphere, ARPA-E, Boomtown Accelerators, Everywhere.

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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