Eye2Drive Joins MobilityXlab’s Elite Startup Cohort

In the ever-evolving landscape of smart mobility, accelerators like MobilityXlab have become pivotal platforms for identifying and nurturing breakthrough technologies poised to reshape the industry. The recent announcement of MobilityXlab‘s latest cohort of startups marks another significant step in integrating AI and deep tech into core mobility systems. Among the seven selected companies, Eye2Drive is honored to be recognized for its advancements in imaging sensor technologies, designed to revolutionize navigation and perception in autonomous vehicles.

MobilityXlab, founded by global industrial heavyweights including Volvo Group, Polestar, Magna International, Zeekr Technology Europe, and Zenseact, operates as more than a conventional accelerator. It’s a collaborative innovation arena where hand-picked startups gain direct access to partnerships with leading automotive and telecom companies. With over 95 startups previously accelerated and more than 90% of them initiating at least one proof of concept or pilot project, the credibility and impact of this platform are undisputed.

This year’s selection process focused on cutting-edge AI applications and deep tech solutions, areas that are increasingly critical in defining the future of connected and autonomous mobility. Startups were evaluated based on their capacity to deliver scalable, high-impact technologies that align with the demands of industrial players seeking smarter, safer, and more sustainable mobility systems.

Eye2Drive’s inclusion in this elite group confirms the technological superiority of its proprietary imaging sensor platform and AI-ready approach. It also positions it strategically within a network of innovation leaders and potential partners. Our sensors offer unparalleled accuracy, adaptability, and low-latency perception, which are essential for high-level autonomous navigation in diverse environmental conditions.

MobilityXlab’s strategic choices have strategic implications, especially regarding the emerging role of AI and deep technology in the mobility sector. Eye2Drive’s technology stands to both benefit from and contribute to this transformative journey. This landscape highlights the convergence of innovation, collaboration, and market readiness that characterizes today’s mobility revolution.

“We’re excited to welcome these seven deep tech startups that are tackling the most pressing challenges in mobility with cutting-edge solutions.” — MobilityXlab

The 7 Startups of the 2025 MobilityXlab Batch

Here’s a breakdown of all seven startups selected alongside Eye2Drive in MobilityXlab’s 2025 cohort, highlighting their focus and base of operations:

• Dessia Technologies (France). A player in industrial mobility analytics, they develop AI-driven software that optimizes logistics and fleet operations, enhancing supply chain efficiency.
• Discernity (Sweden). Specializes in AI-powered perception tools for vehicles, focusing on real-time object identification and contextual understanding to support ADAS and autonomous driving systems.
• Eye2Drive (Italy). Develops advanced imaging sensors designed for vehicular navigation. Their embedded perception platforms support reliable, real‑time environmental awareness—essential for automated driving.
• EasyRain (Italy). Offers innovative wet-weather sensor systems and control technologies designed to enhance vehicle safety and performance during rain events.
• Deontic (Belgium). Experts in confidence-aware validation frameworks, they provide tools to certify and verify AI-driven systems, ensuring functional safety and regulatory compliance across mobility applications.
• Digitraffic (Sweden). Develops intelligent data services leveraging traffic sensors and infrastructure-level machine vision, enabling smarter road network management and predictive analytics.
• BeyondMath (UK). Their AI-based mathematical solvers aim to optimize engineering processes, including vehicle dynamics simulation and energy efficiency modeling.

Takeaways

MobilityXlab’s latest cohort is more than a routine step forward. It’s defining a strategic roadmap outlining the direction the mobility industry is headed. The selected startups reflect the sector’s growing appetite for solutions that bring AI-driven intelligence and deep-tech precision to the core of transportation systems. In this context, Eye2Drive’s inclusion is an honor and a confirmation of our strong alignment with the technological priorities shaping next-generation mobility.

The focus on AI, advanced sensor systems, and high-impact hardware highlights the market’s need for integrated, reliable solutions that can operate in real-world, safety-critical environments. Eye2Drive, with its proprietary imaging sensor technology, directly addresses this demand. We design our sensors to deliver robust, high-resolution environmental perception with low latency, enabling superior navigation accuracy and decision-making capabilities. These features are crucial as OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers seek scalable solutions for SAE Level 3 and above autonomy.

“Being selected for MobilityXlab’s 2025 cohort is both an honor and a powerful validation of our mission. At Eye2Drive, we’re engineering the sensing backbone for tomorrow’s autonomous systems—and this opportunity places us at the heart of Europe’s mobility innovation ecosystem. We’re excited to collaborate, co-develop, and accelerate the industrial adoption of our imaging technology.” — Monica Vatteroni, CEO, Eye2Drive

Participation in MobilityXlab provides Eye2Drive with unparalleled access to some of the world’s leading automotive innovators. It opens doors to real-world testing, co-development opportunities, and industrial validation. All essential elements for maturing a deep-tech product into a mass-market solution. Furthermore, it places Eye2Drive in a collaborative network where speed to deployment is amplified by shared resources, mentorship, and co-creation with partners who are equally invested in redefining mobility.

The accelerator’s proven success metrics, including over 90% of startups engaging in pilots, underscore the program’s practical and go-to-market orientation. For Eye2Drive, this means not just theoretical support, but concrete validation, real-user feedback, and fast-tracked iterations, all within a commercially relevant framework.

As the mobility landscape accelerates toward autonomy, sustainability, and safety, deep-tech startups like Eye2Drive are no longer auxiliary to innovation. They are its engine. Our inclusion in MobilityXlab marks the beginning of a critical chapter, where cutting-edge imaging sensors evolve from prototypes to essential components in tomorrow’s vehicles.