# Segway

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

- Industry: Automobiles, Other Vehicles & Parts
- Headquarters: Bedford, US
- Website: www.segway.com
- Total disclosed funding: $35M
- Latest round: Series C (May 2, 2008)
- Investors on record: 4

## About

Segway is a prominent firm in the personal transportation industry, specializing in electric kick scooters, e-bikes, and various self-balancing vehicles, providing innovative mobility solutions for urban and recreational use.Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Bedford, US, Segway focuses on personal transportation solutions. In April 2015, the company was acquired by Ninebot, a subsidiary of Xiaomi, which marks a strategic pivot in its operations. The current CEO is James Reynolds, who has a background in the technology sector.Segway is recognized as a leading brand in the personal transportation sector, offering a diverse range of products including electric kick scooters, e-bikes, self-balancing vehicles, go-karts, off-road vehicles, and power stations. Each product enhances mobility and provides efficient solutions for urban commuting and recreational activities, targeting customers from individual consumers to commercial enterprises across North America, Europe, and parts of Asia.Segway operates a transaction model that includes direct-to-consumer sales alongside partnerships with retailers and wholesalers. The company generates revenue primarily from sales of its electric kick scooters and e-bikes, priced according to market conditions. This diversified approach caters to various customer segments, ensuring a steady flow of transactions as consumers increasingly seek sustainable mobility options.Following its acquisition in April 2015, Segway aims to expand its product line with new electric vehicles targeting eco-conscious consumers and urban commuters. The company is also looking to penetrate new markets in Asia and Europe by 2025. The funding received from the Series C round, amounting to USD 35.00 mn, will support product development and market expansion efforts.

## Funding rounds

- Series C, May 2, 2008, $35M — Kleiner Perkins, DAG Ventures, Credit Suisse, Masdar

## Investors

- Kleiner Perkins (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/kleiner-perkins) — Series C
- DAG Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/dag-ventures) — Series C
- Credit Suisse (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/credit-suisse) — Series C
- Masdar (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/masdar) — Series C