Powering Innovation: Meet Our Platform Partners

Summary

Collaboration is the cornerstone of progress. STARTUP AUTOBAHN powered by Plug and Play is proud to partner with leading organizations, industry experts, and visionary investors. Together, we're building an ecosystem that fuels innovation and drives impactful change. Discover the partners who are committed to shaping the future.

Founding Partner

The partners who got the STARTUP AUTOBAHN project off the ground.

Founding
Mercedes-Benz AG
Leading the world in luxury vehicles and innovative mobility solutions.
May 2016
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Plug and Play Tech Center
Global innovation platform connecting startups, corporations, and investors.
May 2016
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Founding
ARENA2036
Research campus fostering flexible production for next-gen automobiles.
June 2016
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Founding
Universität Stuttgart
Fostering entrepreneurship and innovation through collaboration with industry.
June 2016
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Anchor Partner

Shaping the platform by actively pushing their topics.

Founding Anchor
DXC Technology
Global IT services leader driving digital transformation through partnerships.
November 2016
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ZF
Driving next-generation mobility with a focus on zero emissions and zero accidents.
December 2016
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Porsche
Driving sports car innovation and future mobility solutions.
February 2017
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Motherson
Global automotive supplier dedicated to sustainable solutions and OEM collaboration.
February 2019
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Bosch
Global technology leader driving innovation in mobility, industry, and consumer goods.
February 2020
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Schaeffler
Pioneering motion and mobility solutions for a sustainable future.
January 2021
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STMicroelectronics
Semiconductor solutions for a more sustainable and connected world.
May 2021
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NXP Semiconductors
Secure connectivity solutions for automotive, IoT, and industrial markets.
July 2022
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Cummins
Global power solutions leader committed to sustainable energy transition.
May 2024
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Ecosystem Partner

Sparking collaborations and leveraging the network to elevate startup ventures.

Ecosystem
AGC Automotive Europe
World leader in automotive glass and advanced mobility solutions.
January 2018
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Hyundai
Global mobility brand and life partner, driving future mobility innovation.
February 2019
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Eberspächer
Innovative system developer and supplier for vehicle exhaust, electronics, and thermal management.
November 2019
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Ecosystem
Forvia
Global automotive technology company focused on safe, sustainable, and advanced mobility.
February 2020
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Sekisui s-lec
Leader in PVB interlayer film, driving innovation for a sustainable future.
June 2020
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OPmobility
World leader in sustainable mobility solutions and technology.
September 2020
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Novelis
Global leader in aluminum recycling and innovative sustainable solutions.
January 2021
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Bridgestone Mobility Solutions
Data-driven fleet and mobility solutions for a sustainable future.
February 2022
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Togg
Türkiye's technology brand redefining mobility with smart electric vehicles.
July 2022
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