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Smartcar

Founded 2015 · 125 employees on LinkedIn · 3 known investors

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Smartcar provides an API and integration platform that enables access to connected vehicle data, powering mobility applications and services for consumers and businesses including insurance savings, car-sharing, and electric vehicle adoption.

IoTMobility & TransportationSaaS

Founders & leadership

Smartcar was founded in 2015 by Sanketh Katta and Sahas Katta.

SKSanketh Katta
Sanketh KattaFounder
SKSahas Katta
Sahas KattaCEO + FounderSahas Katta is founder and CEO of Smartcar, which provides an API platform for accessing connected vehicle data to power mobility applications and services.

Investors · 3

Andreessen Horowitzlisted by Andreessen HorowitzMenlo Park · $500K – $50M

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Energize Capitallisted by Energize CapitalChicago · $10M – $20M

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Funding

SEC filings, press & company announcements

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Founder mafia

The Smartcar mafia →

6 people who came through Smartcar went on to found or lead other companies.

John ToughBoard MemberFounded EnergizecapMorgan BenderBoard ObserverFounded PWA LabsJeremy ZhangEarly Engineer -> ProductFounded FinchRishab LuthraSoftware Engineering InternFounded SpongeJack RyanSoftware EngineerFounded AttunePhilip HayesSoftware Engineer (Paid Internship)Founded Lexe

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CarGurusCarGurus operates a car-shopping mobile app that lets consumers compare vehicles, view price estimates, and find deals on dealership lots. It offers features such as real-time price-drop alerts and an in-store "Dealership Mode" for buyers browsing used and new cars.

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Frequently asked questions

What does Smartcar do?
Smartcar provides an API and integration platform that enables access to connected vehicle data, powering mobility applications and services for consumers and businesses including insurance savings, car-sharing, and electric vehicle adoption.
Who founded Smartcar?
Smartcar was founded by Sanketh Katta, Sahas Katta in 2015.
Who are Smartcar's investors?
Smartcar's investors include New Enterprise Associates (NEA), Andreessen Horowitz, Energize Capital.