Transportation startups are among the hottest sectors on equity crowdfunding platforms right now. The surge in innovation—especially around reducing carbon emissions—has captured investors’ attention. High price points in this space often translate into quick revenue growth and high valuations.
We set out to find which types of vehicles investors are backing the most. Out of 15 categories, here are the top 6 investors favored in Reg CF and Reg A+ equity raises over the past 18 months:
We set out to find which types of vehicles investors are backing the most. Out of 15 categories, here are the top 6 investors favored in Reg CF and Reg A+ equity raises over the past 18 months:
- Cars: Investors heavily backed car manufacturers and related software, especially in the EV space. LiquidPiston (internal combustion), Alpha Motor (EV), and Aptera Motors (solar vehicle) each raised millions.
- Planes: Electric planes and space-bound aircraft attracted substantial investments, with companies like Starfighter Space leading the way.
- eVTOL: Once seen as futuristic, flying electric vehicles are thriving on crowdfunding platforms. Doroni Aerospace and LIFT Aircraft stand out in this category.
Investors should remember that transportation startups face steep hurdles. They’re capital-intensive, enter competitive markets, and often take longer to reach profitability due to production costs, safety concerns, and regulatory challenges. But when a company succeeds, investors could see returns reminiscent of Tesla. This sector is primed for disruption with rising demand for better technology and sustainable solutions.
