Lightyear

Netherlands
Helmond, North Brabant, The Netherlands

Company profile

Lightyear company profile

Lightyear is a pioneering automotive company dedicated to revolutionizing sustainable transportation through innovative solar technology. Founded in the Netherlands, Lightyear aims to create electric vehicles that harness solar energy to reduce reliance on traditional charging methods. Its flagship model, the Lightyear Zero, showcases this vision by integrating advanced solar panels directly into the vehicle's design, allowing it to generate energy from sunlight and significantly extend its driving range. With a commitment to sustainability, efficiency, and cutting-edge engineering, Lightyear is at the forefront of the transition to eco-friendly mobility, striving to make solar-powered driving a viable option for consumers worldwide.

Business identity

Operating status
Active
Company type
For Profit
Employee range
51-100 employees
Revenue range
$0-$1M
Founded
2016-11-12

Headquarters

Country code
NL
Continent
Europe

Capital profile

Funding and company signals

Funding rounds
11
Total equity funding
$169.9M
Last funding
Series Unknown / $11.2M / 2024-09-20
Last equity funding
Series Unknown / $11.2M
Investors
12
Lead investors
4
Founders
5
Articles
213

Founders and investors

Founders

Arjo van der HamKoen van HamLex HoefslootMartijn LammersQurein Biewenga

Lead investors

Invest-NLKoenigsegg AutomotibeSHV HoldingsZero Point Holding

Investors

BOMEISMEAInvest-NLKoenigsegg AutomotibeSunbo Angel Partners