Who founded Hyperdrives?

Hyperdrives was founded by Michael Numberger in 2021.

Who are Hyperdrives's investors?

Hyperdrives's investors include First Momentum, Rethink Ventures, 2100 Ventures, Acequia Capital (AceCap), Prototype Capital.

Hyperdrives

Founded 2021 · 14 employees on LinkedIn · 7 known investors

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Hyperdrives manufactures electric drive systems for automotive, aerospace, maritime, and industrial applications that offer improved efficiency, reduced cost, and smaller form factors. The company's technology enables longer vehicle range, extended flight times, greater energy output, and novel vessel designs while using fewer raw materials and rare earth elements.

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Founders & leadership

Hyperdrives was founded in 2021 by Michael Numberger.

Michael Numberger FounderMichael Numberger has worked on electric motor and powertrain design and simulation across motorsports and aviation, including roles at Siemens, Compact Dynamics, and Dynamic E Flow, as well as leading the powertrain systems for Formula Student electric racecars. He founded Hyperdrives in 2018 to develop electric drive systems for automotive, aerospace, maritime, and industrial applications.

Investors · 7

First Momentumlisted by First MomentumKarlsruhe · $216K – $1.1M

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Rethink Ventureslisted by Rethink VenturesMunich

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2100 VenturesreportedMilan

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Acequia Capital (AceCap)reportedSeattle · $100K – $5M

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Prototype CapitalreportedLos Angeles

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Also in the syndicate · 2

First Momentum VenturesSDAC

Funding

SEC filings, press & company announcements

Undisclosed amountpre-SeedSep 2025
Rethink Ventures (lead), 2100 Ventures, Acequia Capital, First Momentum Ventures, Prototype Capital, SDAC
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Frequently asked questions

What does Hyperdrives do?: Hyperdrives manufactures electric drive systems for automotive, aerospace, maritime, and industrial applications that offer improved efficiency, reduced cost, and smaller form factors. The company's technology enables longer vehicle range, extended flight times, greater energy output, and novel vessel designs while using fewer raw materials and rare earth elements.
Who founded Hyperdrives?: Hyperdrives was founded by Michael Numberger in 2021.
Who are Hyperdrives's investors?: Hyperdrives's investors include First Momentum, Rethink Ventures, 2100 Ventures, Acequia Capital (AceCap), Prototype Capital.