Estes
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Estes designs and manufactures advanced battery platforms using domestically-sourced magnesium and new material compositions to achieve higher energy density for electrified marine, aviation, rail, and commercial vehicles. The company employs first-principles engineering and fully domestic production to meet supply chain resilience and Buy America requirements.
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Tolga YildizHead of PartnershipsTolga Yildiz has over 15 years of experience in the automotive industry, with expertise in electrification, strategy, product development, and quality management. He is Head of Partnerships at Estes, which designs and manufactures advanced battery platforms for electrified transportation.
Investors · 4
Baukunstlisted by BaukunstCambridge · $500K – $3M
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BMW i Ventureslisted by BMW i VenturesMountain View · $10M
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Trucks VClisted by Trucks VCSan Francisco
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Estes do?
- Estes designs and manufactures advanced battery platforms using domestically-sourced magnesium and new material compositions to achieve higher energy density for electrified marine, aviation, rail, and commercial vehicles. The company employs first-principles engineering and fully domestic production to meet supply chain resilience and Buy America requirements.
- Who are Estes's investors?
- Estes's investors include Baukunst, BMW i Ventures, Gigascale Capital, Trucks VC.





