101 Top Automotive Startups and Companies in British Columbia

This article showcases our top picks for the best British Columbia based Automotive companies. These startups and companies are taking a variety of approaches to innovating the Automotive industry, but are all exceptional companies well worth a follow.

We tried to pick companies across the size spectrum from cutting edge startups to established brands.

We selected these startups and companies for exceptional performance in one of these categories:

• Innovation
  • Innovative ideas
  • Innovative route to market
  • Innovative product
• Growth
  • Exceptional growth
  • Exceptional growth strategy
• Management
• Societal impact

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Top British Columbia Automotive Startups

Data sourced from Crunchbase and SemRush.

Damon Motors

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Damon is making motorcycles safer and smarter to unleash the full potential of personal mobility for the world’s commuters.

Canada Drives

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Canada Drives has been transforming car shopping in Canada since 2010, with the mission to be the easiest place to buy and sell your car.

Electra Meccanica

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Electra Meccanica is a development-stage company that plans, develops, manufactures, and sells single person electric vehicles.

VINN Automotive Technologies

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VINN is an automotive e-commerce platform.

Nireeka Technologies Inc.

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The Most Affordable Smart eBike

Freightera

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Freightera is the only online B2B freight marketplace in North America offering instant all-inclusive freight quotes

GreenPower Motor Company

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GreenPower Motor Company develops electric powered vehicles for commercial markets.

Velofix

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Velofix is a full-service mobile bike shop operator.

Alinker

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Alinker is a company that has created a bike for people who have problems using a traditional bike.

WrenchPatrol

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WrenchPatrol certified mobile auto mechanics.

UonMap

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UonMap is a company providing monitoring and safety services for people and vehicles around the globe.

Athena Organic Farm + Eco-Retreat

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With California experiencing record droughts, anticipated to continue for possibly decades, and over 70% of BC produce being imported.

My Parts Club

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My Parts Club connects car owners and mechanics and offers a lifetime supply of parts and roadside assistance for only a few bucks a month.

PRT

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PRT is North America’s largest producer of container-grown forest seedlings.

PartsAvatar

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Parts Avatar is a Canadian aftermarket automotive parts retailer intended to simplify vehicle repair.

Panago Pizza

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Panago is a Canadian pizza delivery and takeout chain with over 180 locations

Westport Fuel Systems

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Westport Fuel Systems are inventors, engineers, manufacturers and suppliers of advanced clean fuel systems and components.

Universal Group

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Universal Group is an traffic management and control services provider industry.

Mr. Lube

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Mr. Lube is Canada’s leading quick lube provider in the routine automotive maintenance sector.

Westport Innovations

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Westport engineers the world’s most advanced natural gas engines and vehicles. More than that, we are fundamentally changing the way the

Altrom

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Altrom Group is one of North America’s leading wholesale distributors of OEM import car parts and top quality alternatives.

Iris Dynamics Ltd.

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To transform how machines and humans interact. To bridge the physical gap between muscle and motor.

Lordco Auto Parts

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Lordco Auto Parts is a distributor & retailer of automotive parts and accessories.

Carsurfing.com

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Carsurfing.com is a web platform that facilitates car surfing activities.

Convertus

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Convertus provides marketing services to auto dealerships with an emphasis on web searches.

Machinery Analytics

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Deep learning software for vehicle & machinery failure prediction and detection.

Direct Tap

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Provide a better logistical service to craft liquor manufacturers in British Columbia.

Automotive Fuel Cell Cooperation

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Automotive fuel cells are currently one of the most viable technologies capable of achieving a significant long-term reduction in carbon

Lift Auto Group

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Lift Auto Group is an owner and operator of a network of automotive collision repair centers.

KMS Tools

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KMS Tools is a Tools and Equipment is an industrial distributor that carries a huge selection of tools.

AutoHouse Technologies

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AutoHouse has developed proprietary, revolutionary post-consumer-sales software for this market on a SaaS.

Rack Attack

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Rack Attack is a retailer focused on the sale, installation and servicing of automotive racks and hitches.

Electra Motor Corporation

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Electra Motor Corporation is an automotive company that specializes in propulsion technology of hybrid-electric and electric vehicles.

Cam Clark Ford Auto Group

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Cam Clark is an automotive company that provides custom financing options and responsive service to vehicle dealers and brokers.

Kelso Technologies

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Kelso supplies railroad equipment and is involved in the design, engineering, sales, production and distribution of patented technologies.

OK Tire

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OK Tire manufactures the tyre and provides mechanical services, brakes, shocks, oil changes, exhaust, cooling systems and road service.

Cowell Auto Group

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Cowell Auto Group is a chain of car dealerships that offers new and pre-owned vehicles along with parts and service with a caring approach.

Visifii

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Visifii provides effective digital advertising solutions to franchised and non-franchised automotive dealerships across North America.

Canadian Automobile Association

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CAA is one of the largest consumer-based organizations in Canada.

Grande West Transportation

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Grande West Transportation designs, engineers, and manufactures mid-size buses for transit authorities and commercial enterprises.

RIMEX

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RIMEX Supply engages in the manufacturing of automobile parts with a focus on the inception and repairs of wheels.

Akimbo Technologies

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Automotive Cyber Security Software

MODO Co-Operative

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MODO Co-Operative is an automobile rental and leasing co-operative network with a goal to making a car pooling active community.

Flash Auto Detailing

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We’re a family-owned Automotive Reconditioning business that has been running for 3 years (as of May 30, 2014).

Ecoservice Group

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Ecoservice Group is a provider of a carshare operating platform intended to facilitate public transportation using connected mobility.

Jim Pattison Lease

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JP Lease provides flexible and innovative customized fleet management and vehicle leasing to commercial and public sector enterprises.

Pacific Insight

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Pacific Insight is a global solutions provider offering design, development, manufacturing and delivery of electronic products.

Permatrack Systems

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Permatrack Systems is a leading innovator in the Premium Rail heat treatment and rail recycling industry.

NR Motors

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NR Motors offers new & used inventory products including recreational, auto, marine & motorsports vehicles along with parts and accessories.

Fetch Auto

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Fetch Auto is a platform where Canadians can buy, sell and finance private sale vehicles.

Rapid Electric Vehicles

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Rapid Electric Vehicles is a company that specializes in electrification solutions.

Hyperlight Systems

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The ultimate human experience is hands-free movement through physical barriers. Our mission is to bring hands-free access to everyone.

AVI Sound

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AVI sound is a manufacturer of car audio speakers and electronic accessories.

OGO Car Share Co-op

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OGO Car Share Co-op is a social enterprise that gives Okanagan drivers more affordable & environmentally responsible transportation option.

ARKTOS Developments

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ARKTOS Developments engages in the manufacture of amphibious craft that helps convey people and equipment in and out of inaccessible zones.

Eagle Ridge GM Chevrolet Buick GMC

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New & Used Car Dealer with Sales, Lease, Service & Parts Departments

Westwood Honda

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Westwood Honda is a Honda dealer.

M&M Resources

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M&M is a energy services business providing land clearing and trucking services.

Absolute Results

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Absolute Results specializes in automotive marketing and sales services that include data analysis & sales training services to dealerships.

Aether Catalyst

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Aether Catalyst is a chemical industry company that utilizes industry standard testing and aging protocols.

Modula Racks

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Modula Racks is an online shop that provides roof racks, cargo boxes and cargo management accessories.

Inland Group

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Inland Group is a heavy-duty truck and equipment marketplace company.

Cummins Westport

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Cummins Westport is design, engineer, and market spark-ignited natural gas engines for North American commercial transportation application.

Aim Experts

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AIM Experts is a digital technology company that develops software and tools to automate inventory management for the automotive industry.

No1 Collision

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No1 Collision is a collision repair shop for luxury vehicles.

Mercedes-Benz Vancouver

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Mercedes-Benz Vancouver provides automotive sales and repair services,

Hiway Fuel Services

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Hiway Fuel Services is a risk management company that specializes in workplace safety and environmental leadership.

AutoMudo

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AutoMudo.io is for buying and selling vehicles. AutoMudo lets users to search for vehicles from multiple classified sites from one website.

Carburetor

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Carburetor is a CRM software that consists of SFA tools and an integrated analytics engine.

Big Mountain Bike Adventures

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Big Mountain Bike Adventures offers traveling, booking, and guiding services to mountain biking enthusiasts.

CWS Industries Manufacturing Corp

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CWS Industries Manufacturing Corp is the manufacturing of heavy machinery and equipment.

Phantom Couriers

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Phantom Couriers is a logistics supply chain management company located in Vancouver.

Preston GM

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Preston GM offers a selection of new and used Chevrolet, Buick, GMC and Cadillac cars along with leasing, maintenance & repair services.

eBrake Technologies Inc.

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eBrake to Stop Distracted Driving. eBrake locks drivers from their device when motion is detected – but grants passengers unrestricted use.

Cap-it International

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Cap-it International is one-stop shop for truck accessories, camper shells, truck covers, caps and camping gear.

Pacific Spring and Axle

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Pacific Spring and Axle is a distributor of automotive and trailer products.

iValet Systems, Inc.

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Parking Management Systems Company

DealerXchange

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DealerXchange provides innovative inventory management, merchandising and marketing tools to sell vehicles quicker.

Carter Auto Family

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Carter Auto Family is a automotive firm that provides an unrivaled vehicle purchasing experience.

Synergy Engineering

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Synergy provides complete end-to-end solutions for large scope mining and material handing operations.

North Shore Home Services Ltd

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We’ve been serving our customers around

Xtero Datacom

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Xtero Datacom provides satellite data communications services to fuel distributors.

FlexDealer

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FlexDealer is an automotive internet marketing firm that helps clients around the globe.

GSA Auto Rentals Ltd.

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Specializing in Weekly, Monthly and Long Term Rentals. Great rates for safe, clean, well maintained pre-owned vehicles.

Cash For Cars

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Cash For Cars is British Columbia’s #1 Vehicle Buying Service.

Collins Manufacturing Company

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Collins Manufacturing Company offers high-quality aluminum truck bodies, heavy-duty flat decks, cutaway van bodies, and glass rack bodies.

Paintshield Technology

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Software & services company and creator of the Paintshield Pattern Program (P3) operating with research & development and design facilities.

Van City Doors

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Door Repair and Installation Services

Milwaukee Twin

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Milwaukee Twin offers a complete range of parts and services for your motorcycle.

Chrome 52 Logistix Inc.

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Order Fulfillment and Technology Services

Mogas

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Mogas manufactures and distributes fuel systems and accessories for motor vehicles, marine and industrial engines.

Craftsman Collision

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Craftsman Collision is Western Canada’s leader in auto body repairs in British Columbia, Alberta, and Saskatchewan.

Saliance

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Saliance provides automotive parts manufacturing, real estate property management as well as sports and recreation services.

No Limits Motorsports

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No Limits Motorsports is a retailer of recreation vehicles, parts, and accessories and provides rental, repair, and maintenance services.

Always WORTHEE

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Mindful productivity for changemakers

West Coast Fasteners

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West Coast Fasteners operates as an auto parts distributor.

HawksHead Systems

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HawksHead Systems provides wireless tire pressure monitoring system that improves gas mileage, tire life and increases safety.

Mindteams

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Mindteams is a mental health agency that supports victims of motor vehicle accidents through QOL restoration and symptom management.

Van Isle Auto Glass

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We replace all types of glass. Automotiv

Power2max

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Power2max is an automotive industry that produces remote controls, sports equipment, power meters for leading manufacturers companies.

Ralph’s Auto Supply

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Ralph’s Auto Supply is a privately held company which dismantles insurance salvage vehicles.