Suzuki Boosts Investment in Autonomous Vehicle Startup Glydways

The Japanese automaker deepens ties with the California-based mobility tech company.

Apr. 15, 2026 at 1:04am

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An abstract, sweeping blur of colors and motion representing a fleet of compact electric vehicles traveling along a dedicated urban lane, conveying the dynamism and speed of Suzuki's autonomous mobility technology.Suzuki's increased investment in autonomous mobility startup Glydways signals the automaker's commitment to the future of efficient, on-demand urban transportation.South San Francisco Today

Suzuki Motor Corporation has made an additional investment in Glydways, Inc., a California-based startup developing an on-demand autonomous vehicle network using compact electric vehicles on dedicated lanes. This follows Suzuki's initial investment in Glydways in 2024 as the companies work to commercialize the technology in U.S. cities and globally.

Why it matters

Suzuki's increased investment in Glydways signals the Japanese automaker's commitment to the future of urban mobility infrastructure, leveraging autonomous and electric vehicle technology to provide more efficient, convenient, and cost-effective public transportation solutions.

The details

Glydways is working to revolutionize urban mobility by building an autonomous vehicle network using compact electric cars traveling on dedicated lanes. The company has been advancing efforts toward commercialization in cities like Atlanta, San Jose, and Contra Costa, as well as pursuing adoption in the Middle East. With this additional investment, Suzuki aims to further collaborate with Glydways on mass production of the vehicles, drawing on Suzuki's expertise in vehicle development and efficient manufacturing.

  • Suzuki made its first investment in Glydways in May 2024.
  • The latest additional investment was announced on April 15, 2026.

The players

Suzuki Motor Corporation

A Japanese multinational corporation that manufactures automobiles, motorcycles, all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), and outboard marine engines.

Glydways, Inc.

A California-based startup developing an on-demand autonomous vehicle network using compact electric vehicles on dedicated lanes.

Mark Seeger

Co-CEO of Glydways.

Blake Barber

Co-CEO of Glydways.

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What they’re saying

“Glydways' mission-to provide a public transportation solution that stays close to people's daily lives-resonates strongly with Suzuki's corporate slogan, "By Your Side.”

— Toshihiro Suzuki, Representative Director and President, Suzuki Motor Corporation

What’s next

Suzuki and Glydways will continue to collaborate on mass production of the autonomous electric vehicles, leveraging Suzuki's expertise in vehicle development and efficient manufacturing.

The takeaway

Suzuki's increased investment in Glydways demonstrates the automaker's commitment to shaping the future of urban mobility through autonomous and electric vehicle technology, positioning itself as a key player in the evolving transportation landscape.