Curo

About Curo

Curo Charging operates a marketplace that links commercial fleet operators with property owners offering surplus parking and electric‑vehicle charging spaces. Fleets can reserve and pay only for the parking and charging capacity they need, while hosts monetize underutilized assets through a subscription‑based model and Curo’s end‑to‑end management services. The platform streamlines deployment, enhances vehicle security, and optimizes asset utilization across a nationwide network of vetted locations.

```xml <problem> Commercial electric vehicle fleets face challenges in accessing convenient and cost-effective charging infrastructure, hindering widespread EV adoption. The high costs and logistical complexities of building dedicated charging depots create a barrier for fleet operators seeking to transition to electric vehicles. </problem> <solution> Curo offers a Virtual Depot platform that connects EV fleets with existing private and public charging and parking assets, providing access to a distributed network of charging locations. The platform enables fleet operators to secure charging capacity without investing in expensive infrastructure development. Asset owners can increase utilization and generate revenue from their existing EV charging stations by offering them to commercial fleets through Curo's platform. Curo facilitates secure and transparent transactions between fleets and asset hosts, streamlining access to charging resources. </solution> <features> - Virtual Depot network providing access to a wide range of EV charging locations. - Platform for managing access schedules and operational needs for both fleets and hosts. - Standardized contracts and security protocols for secure and risk-free hosting. - Tools for monitoring and managing fleet users, enabling a low-lift hosting experience. - Safety and security protocols to ensure the safety of vehicles at Virtual Depots. - Integration with fleet management systems for seamless vehicle deployment. </features> <target_audience> Curo's primary customers include commercial EV fleets seeking accessible and cost-effective charging solutions, as well as owners of EV charging and parking assets looking to increase utilization and revenue. </target_audience> <revenue_model> Curo generates revenue through monthly subscription fees paid by fleets for access to the Virtual Depot network, as well as a percentage of the revenue generated by asset owners from hosting fleets. The platform offers different pricing tiers based on the number of vehicles and charging needs. </revenue_model> ```

What does Curo do?

Curo Charging operates a marketplace that links commercial fleet operators with property owners offering surplus parking and electric‑vehicle charging spaces. Fleets can reserve and pay only for the parking and charging capacity they need, while hosts monetize underutilized assets through a subscription‑based model and Curo’s end‑to‑end management services. The platform streamlines deployment, enhances vehicle security, and optimizes asset utilization across a nationwide network of vetted locations.

Where is Curo located?

Curo is based in San Francisco, United States.

When was Curo founded?

Curo was founded in 2023.

How much funding has Curo raised?

Curo has raised $500.0K.

Location
San Francisco, United States
Founded
2023
Funding
$500.0K
Employees
9 employees
Investors
Y CombinatorEarth.NowEniacM1C

Curo

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Executive Summary

Curo Charging operates a marketplace that links commercial fleet operators with property owners offering surplus parking and electric‑vehicle charging spaces. Fleets can reserve and pay only for the parking and charging capacity they need, while hosts monetize underutilized assets through a subscription‑based model and Curo’s end‑to‑end management services. The platform streamlines deployment, enhances vehicle security, and optimizes asset utilization across a nationwide network of vetted locations.

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Founded 2023 – San Francisco, United States

Funding

No specific funding rounds found.

Total Funding

$500.0K

Backed by

Y CombinatorEarth.NowEniacM1C

Team (5+)

No team information available.

Company Description

Problem

Commercial electric vehicle fleets face challenges in accessing convenient and cost-effective charging infrastructure, hindering widespread EV adoption. The high costs and logistical complexities of building dedicated charging depots create a barrier for fleet operators seeking to transition to electric vehicles.

Solution

Curo offers a Virtual Depot platform that connects EV fleets with existing private and public charging and parking assets, providing access to a distributed network of charging locations. The platform enables fleet operators to secure charging capacity without investing in expensive infrastructure development. Asset owners can increase utilization and generate revenue from their existing EV charging stations by offering them to commercial fleets through Curo's platform. Curo facilitates secure and transparent transactions between fleets and asset hosts, streamlining access to charging resources.

Features

Virtual Depot network providing access to a wide range of EV charging locations.

Platform for managing access schedules and operational needs for both fleets and hosts.

Standardized contracts and security protocols for secure and risk-free hosting.

Tools for monitoring and managing fleet users, enabling a low-lift hosting experience.

Safety and security protocols to ensure the safety of vehicles at Virtual Depots.

Integration with fleet management systems for seamless vehicle deployment.

Target Audience

Curo's primary customers include commercial EV fleets seeking accessible and cost-effective charging solutions, as well as owners of EV charging and parking assets looking to increase utilization and revenue.

Revenue Model

Curo generates revenue through monthly subscription fees paid by fleets for access to the Virtual Depot network, as well as a percentage of the revenue generated by asset owners from hosting fleets. The platform offers different pricing tiers based on the number of vehicles and charging needs.

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