AutoMate

Hybrid Mass Transit/Car System

Automotive & Mobility Technologies
Non Active, Dec 2014

Company Overview

Snapshot

Founded in March 2009 by Netanel Goldberg, AutoMate operates with 11–50 employees. The company is currently in a Pre-Funding stage, focusing on developing its innovative hybrid mass transit/car system.

Business overview

AutoMate is developing a hybrid mass transit/car system designed to combine the benefits of mass transportation with the convenience and privacy of a personal car. Its core technology involves a passenger cockpit that can attach to a four-wheeled chassis for car mode and then separate to connect to an overhead transport system. This system aims to reduce door-to-door travel time and energy consumption compared to private car usage. AutoMate targets the Automotive & Mobility Technologies sector, specifically focusing on urban mobility solutions for commuters, municipalities, and the automotive industry.

Company Intelligence Q&A

What is AutoMate's primary innovation?
AutoMate has developed a system that integrates mass transportation with personal car convenience. It features a passenger cockpit that can switch between a four-wheeled chassis for car mode and an overhead transport system.
When was AutoMate founded?
AutoMate was founded in March 2009.
Who is the founder of AutoMate?
Netanel Goldberg is the founder of AutoMate.
What problem does AutoMate aim to solve?
AutoMate aims to reduce door-to-door travel time by 50% to 80% during rush hour and decrease energy consumption by up to 50% compared to private car use, by offering a hybrid transportation solution.
What are the infrastructure requirements for AutoMate's system?
The AutoMate system is designed to require only modest modifications to existing infrastructure, aiming to reduce the initial investment needed for deployment.