Kõu Mobility develops IoT connectivity solutions for micromobility vehicles, focusing on emissionless transport to reduce air pollution and traffic noise. Their technology aims to decrease premature deaths linked to environmental hazards by promoting sustainable urban mobility options.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Many micromobility vehicles lack integrated IoT connectivity, making it difficult for fleet operators and individual owners to track vehicle location, monitor performance, and prevent theft. This lack of connectivity also limits the ability to offer advanced features such as remote diagnostics and usage-based billing.
Solution
Äike provides IoT solutions for e-scooters, offering features like GPS tracking, theft protection, and remote diagnostics. Their hardware and software solutions enable micromobility companies and individual owners to monitor vehicle usage, prevent unauthorized access, and optimize maintenance schedules. The company's technology also supports subscription-based access models and usage-based billing, creating new revenue opportunities for micromobility operators.
Target Audience
The primary customers are micromobility fleet operators, e-scooter manufacturers, and individual e-scooter owners seeking to enhance vehicle security, optimize operations, and offer advanced features.
Features
- Integrated GPS tracking for real-time location monitoring and geofencing
- Remote locking and alarm system to deter theft and unauthorized use
- Over-the-air (OTA) firmware updates for continuous improvement and feature enhancements
- CAN bus connectivity for accessing vehicle diagnostics and performance data
- Mobile app for riders to monitor battery level, track trips, and manage subscriptions
- Cloud-based fleet management platform for operators to track vehicle utilization, schedule maintenance, and optimize deployments
- Open API for integration with third-party applications and services
- Durable, weatherproof design for reliable operation in various environmental conditions