Are you an early stage* startup about to bring mobile services and digitalization on the road to the car? Do you and your team have a vision of how traffic and mobility will develop?
WHO WE ARE
If so, present your ideas to Volkswagen Group decision makers @ the 6th EcoMotion Main Event and take part in shaping the mobility of the future! Learn more below.
*Seeking Ideation to Seed stage startups fit for the incubator.
DETAILS AND TIMELINE
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5 finalists startups will be chosen to pitch at the competition on May 23rd, 2018 on the startup stage @ the 6th EcoMotion Main Event, Tel Aviv
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The finalists will have 6 mins to pitch and present their solution and 3 min Q&A
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There will be a Jury of decision makers of Volkswagen Group, City of Dresden and the EcoMotion Team
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Incubator Program starts September 3rd and will run for 6 months with 2 Demo Days at month 3 and month 6
WHAT VOLKSWAGEN IS SEEKING
We are looking to support your ideas for the future of mobility! Show your concept focusing on six key areas*:
Mobility on Demand
(Ride Sharing; Public & Corporate Car Sharing, Fleet Management services intermodal Apps & Services)
Convenience Services
Smart Infrastructure
Safety & Security
Vehicle & Infotainment
Robotics & Industry 4.0
(Emergency-Call Services, Theft Protection)
(Connected Navigation Services)
(Concierge Services)
(Parking & Smart Home Services)
*Advantages for those with a MVP
YOUR REWARD
Startups win an entry ticket for the Volkswagen Future Mobility Incubator at the Transparent Factory in Dresden, Saxony
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STARTUPS ONLY
As part of the programme, each start-up receives financial support totalling €15,000 and complimentary housing. The Transparent Factory offers the following support as part of the incubator programme:
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Contact with researchers, developers and decision-makers at Volkswagen
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Mentors from SpinLab (the HHL Accelerator programme of the HHL Leipzig Graduate School of Management), Bank of Saxony and more
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An attractive working environment in the Transparent Factory
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IT & Project management infrastructure
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Media Exposure