# Hyperdrives

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/hyperdrives

- Industry: Automobiles, Other Vehicles & Parts
- Headquarters: Munich, Germany
- Website: www.hyperdrives.com
- Total disclosed funding: $3.4M
- Latest round: Seed (May 8, 2025)
- Investors on record: 6

## About

Based in Munich, Germany, Hyperdrives GmbH develops innovative electric drive systems aimed at enhancing efficiency in the e-mobility sector while significantly reducing costs and raw material usage.Hyperdrives GmbH specializes in electric drive systems and was founded in 2021 in Munich, Germany. The company raised EUR 3.000 mn in pre-seed funding on September 1, 2025, led by Rethink Ventures, along with participation from 2100 Ventures, Acequia Capital, First Momentum Ventures, Prototype Capital, and Software Development Academy. The founder's details are not specified, and there are no indications of pivots or subsidiaries.Hyperdrives specializes in the development of advanced electric drive systems designed to improve the performance-to-cost ratio in the e-mobility sector. Their offerings are compact and efficient, reducing costs and raw material usage by up to 50%. These systems are suitable for mass production across various industries including automotive, public transportation, and logistics. The primary customers are electric vehicle manufacturers and fleet operators looking for efficiency and sustainability in their operations, with a market presence in Europe, North America, and parts of Asia.Hyperdrives generates revenue through direct B2B transactions with manufacturers and fleet operators needing electric drive systems. Partnerships are established with clients integrating its technology into their vehicles, leading to long-term contracts for a steady revenue stream. Transactions include bulk orders and ongoing service agreements, with pricing tailored to client needs based on production scale and customization, emphasizing efficiency and cost reduction.In September 2025, Hyperdrives GmbH raised EUR 3 million in pre-seed funding. The company plans to utilize this funding for conducting durability testing to meet automotive standards, expanding commercial partnerships, and scaling manufacturing through licensing agreements with industry suppliers. The company is also looking to introduce new products designed to enhance performance in the e-mobility sector and aims to expand into additional markets, though specific regions and timelines have not been disclosed.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, May 8, 2025, $3.4M — Acequia Capital, First Momentum Ventures, Prototype Capital, Rethink Ventures, 2100 Ventures, SDAC Ventures

## Investors

- Acequia Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/acequia-capital) — Seed
- First Momentum Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/first-momentum-ventures) — Seed
- Prototype Capital — Seed
- Rethink Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/rethink-ventures) — Seed
- 2100 Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/2100-ventures) — Seed
- SDAC Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/sdac-ventures) — Seed