VIA Motors
| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Electric vehicles |
| Predecessor | Raser Technologies |
| Founded | 2010 |
| Headquarters | Orem , United States |
Key people | Bob Lutz (Chairman) |
| Products | Electric vehicles |
VIA Motors is a U.S.-based company specializing in the design and production of electric vehicles, headquartered in Orem, Utah. Established in 2010 as a spin-off from Raser Technologies, the latter showcased a Hummer H3 in 2009 that achieved a fuel efficiency of 100 miles per gallon using Raser's range-extended plug-in drivetrain. In 2011, former GM vice-chairman and the "Father of the Chevy Volt," Bob Lutz, joined VIA Motors as chairman, contributing his knowledge of the extended-range electric system known as Voltec.
During 2011, VIA Motors secured $5.3 million in funding from private investors, among them Carl Berg. Its clientele for fleet vehicles included companies such as Rocky Mountain Power.
In August 2021, Ideanomics revealed intentions to purchase VIA Motors for $630 million. Nevertheless, by December 2024, Ideanomics filed for bankruptcy and announced plans to liquidate all holdings, including VIA Motors.
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