UNIT 1 designs and manufactures smart helmets and intelligent lighting systems for bikes and e-bikes that enhance rider safety through integrated LED technology, turn signals, automatic brake lights, fall detection, and ride tracking capabilities. The company's smart helmets feature scratch-proof fabric covering arrays of LEDs connected to a navigation remote that enables turn signals and automatic brake lights when the rider slows down or stops, significantly increasing visibility and safety on the road. Additional features include personalized lighting patterns, fall detection that alerts emergency in case of accidents, ride tracking for performance metrics, and companion mobile applications available on both the App Store and Google Play. UNIT 1 also offers smart lights, backpacks, and accessories, with products configurable through an online platform supporting multiple regions and languages worldwide. The company targets the growing e-bike and urban cycling market, combining wearable technology with connected vehicle capabilities to create a comprehensive safety ecosystem for cyclists. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Miami, United States, UNIT 1 has raised approximately $3.5 million at the Series A stage from investors including LEAD, Slingshot, Joyned Capital, Ponooc, and Move Energy.
UNIT 1
Series AUNIT 1 designs and manufactures smart helmets and intelligent lighting systems for bikes and e-bikes that enhance rider safety through integrated LED technology, turn signals, automatic brake lights, fall detection, and ride tracking capabilities. The company's smart helmets feature scratch-proof fabric covering arrays of LEDs connected to a navigation remote that enables turn signals and automatic brake lights when…
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Business model
Security & Surveillance Technology > Location Tracking > Vehicle Tracking > Bicycle Tracking,
Wearable Technology > Smart Helmets > Internet First Brands,
Logistics Tech > Freight > Trucking > Technology Enablers > Fleet Management > Fleet Tracking,
Connected Vehicles > Connected Bicycle Platform > Smart Helmets
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College Wise > London Business School (LBS)
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