Jaguar Land Rover's mobility arm backs the ride-sharing platform with a strategic investment.
"We are excited to collaborate with a leading platform like Lyft not only on developing premium mobility solutions but also devising innovative solutions to the transport problems Jaguar Land Rover’s customers face."
"Vantage Power is providing a cost effective solution for bus operators that are facing stringent regulations on emissions as cities strive to improve air quality and the health of their citizens. We look forward to continuing to support Vantage Power on its journey."
InMotion Ventures and Fontinalis Partners backed the seed round for the school run ride-sharing platform.
"I am delighted that we have been able to invest in GoKid. I was very impressed by Stefanie and her team when we met in Detroit, and there is a clear alignment with our vision for the future of mobility."
The funding round was backed by LBA private investors, Downing Ventures, and the London Co-Investment Fund.
"2017 will be a transformative year for drone technology and integration with wider society, and our on-the-spot insurance solution will form one part of that. As we close this funding round I am delighted to welcome to the team some very big names in the automotive, big data, drone-tech, and insurance spaces. Together with support from Innovate UK and Ordnance Survey, Flock is even better equipped to help pave the way for a future of safe, fully autonomous drone flights"
Dorset Business Angels provided a major share of the capital required for the rollout.
"The cash-for-car market has grown massively but often comes in for criticism in the consumer press for allegedly underpaying on the true value of consumers' cars. We all know that dealers also need protection from unscrupulous sellers and misleading vehicle descriptions."