Corporate venture arm of ZF Friedrichshafen, the German automotive technology group, investing in mobility, autonomous driving, and electrification startups.

Friedrichshafen, Germany · 3+ investments · 3 portfolio companies

Early Stage
Growth
Automotive
Autonomous Vehicles
Electrification
Industrials
Mobility
Headquarters
Friedrichshafen, Germany
Founded
2016
Website
zf.com
Portfolio Companies
3
Total Investments
3
Last Investment
Oct 2025

Investment Thesis

Identify and invest in technology companies developing innovations relevant to ZF's core markets in driveline, chassis, safety, and mobility.

ZF is a Venture Capital firm based in Friedrichshafen, Germany. It has made 3 investments, including StradVision, Apex.AI and Range Energy. Focus areas include Automotive and Autonomous Vehicles.

Portfolio3

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Venture Capital ×16 · Corporate VC ×4 · Family Office ×1 · 5 shared rounds

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