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Seattle, WA

Converting conventional vehicles into plug-in hybrids to reduce emissions and costs.

• Quick Conversion: Blue Dot Motorworks can convert a conventional car into a plug-in hybrid in about a day.
• Emission Reduction: The company’s products could prevent 55 billion metric tons of greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.
• Market Potential: Half of vehicles on the road today are suitable for conversion with Blue Dot Motorworks’ products.
• Cost Efficiency: Products can pay for themselves in under two years and save $50,000 over their lifetime.
• Experienced Team: Led by a repeat founder and MIT engineer, the team brings decades of tech and business experience.

Blue Dot Motorworks is addressing the challenge of vehicle emissions by offering a solution to convert conventional cars into plug-in hybrids. This conversion can be completed in about a day and costs significantly less than purchasing a new electric vehicle. The company’s products aim to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and provide a cost-effective alternative for vehicle owners who want to reduce their carbon footprint without replacing their existing vehicles. By targeting a large segment of the market, including pickups, vans, and SUVs, Blue Dot Motorworks is positioned to make a substantial impact on emissions reduction.

The company is leveraging its innovative technology to offer multiple product lines, such as the Humpback and Narwhal, which cater to different vehicle types and needs. These products are designed to be universal, allowing for easy installation by any mechanic. Blue Dot Motorworks’ approach not only addresses the environmental impact of vehicles but also offers a scalable business model that can be adopted by fleet operators and individual consumers alike. With a strong intellectual property portfolio and a team of experienced professionals, the company is poised to expand its market presence and contribute to the global effort to reduce vehicle emissions.

Company Info

Blue Dot Motorworks converts conventional vehicles into plug-in hybrids, offering a quick and cost-effective solution to reduce emissions.

Blue Dot Motorworks specializes in converting conventional vehicles into plug-in hybrids, offering a cost-effective and quick solution for reducing carbon emissions. Their flagship products, the Humpback and Narwhal, are designed to be installed in about a day, providing significant fuel savings and emissions reductions. These systems are vehicle-agnostic, allowing for broad applicability across various car models, and are aimed at both individual consumers and fleet operators.

The company targets a massive market of existing vehicles, offering a scalable business model that leverages local mechanics for installation. By focusing on plug-in hybrid technology, Blue Dot Motorworks addresses the challenges of electrification, such as high production costs and infrastructure limitations, while preserving the value of existing vehicles. Their approach aims to complement the transition to electric vehicles by providing an immediate and practical solution to reduce emissions.