Mobility Startup Radar: The Future Of Transportation

Mobility Startup Radar Deep dives

What are the most exciting startups shaping tomorrow’s mobility ecosystem? Where are investors directing their funds? What are the emerging technologies, solutions, and services that will define how we travel from A to B? The Oliver Wyman Mobility Startup Radar aims to answer these questions. Since 2017, we have analyzed more than 20,000 mobility startups to discern future trends and spotlight the most promising companies who will dominate the global mobility ecosystem of the future.

Generative AI

In our 2023 radar, we explore how generative artificial intelligence (AI) startups are reshaping industries, having raised $1.2B this year. These startups will integrate AI into their portfolios and compete for long-term OEM contracts within the mobility sector.

By Andreas Nienhaus, Steffen Rilling, and Jonas Junk

Battery Technology

In our 2023 radar we see that venture Capital investment in battery technology is on the rise. Key areas of innovation such as battery manufacturing, services, and recycling are attracting billions in funding.

By Andreas Nienhaus, Steffen Rilling, and Jonas Junk

Robotaxis

In 2022, our radar revealed the market for self-driving cars is expected to reach over 30 million vehicles by 2040. Profitability will require sufficient funding.

By Andreas Nienhaus, Steffen Rilling, Junyi Zhang, Jeff Leavitt, and Jonas Junk

Charging Infrastructure And Services

Our 2022 radar showed investment in end-to-end charging solutions is increasing as demand grows with vehicle electrification.

By Andreas Nienhaus, Steffen Rilling, Junyi Zhang, and Jonas Junk

Online Car Retail

In 2021, our radar showed customers are increasingly embracing online car retail, with 60% willing to buy cars online. The dissatisfaction with traditional buying processes presents opportunities for digital transformation in the sector.

By Andreas Nienhaus and Steffen Rilling

Sustainable Mobility

Our 2021 radar revealed funding trends show a focus on building a sustainable electric mobility infrastructure with increased funding for EV manufacturers and charging infrastructure.

By Andreas Nienhaus and Steffen Rilling