Iochope-Maxion cruising the Startup Autobahn

Wheel and automotive structural components manufacturer Iochpe-Maxion has entered into a strategic partnership with Stuttgart-based global innovation platform Startup Autobahn. Founding members of Startup Autobahn welcomed Iochpe-Maxion and other new partners to the ever-growing network during EXPO 9, a virtual event held on 25 February.

Powered by Plug and Play, the Startup Autobahn platform connects well-established companies with innovative tech startups, encouraging an open exchange of disruptive ideas and technologies. Through the partnership, Maxion aims to participate in new mobility platforms, leverage screening and scouting opportunities, and collaborate with other industry partners and startups on important industry challenges.

“Startup Autobahn’s innovation ecosystem ties in perfectly with Maxion’s innovation strategy. It will allow us to identify new business opportunities and accelerate the company’s digital and technological development, while startups and innovators will benefit from our global scale and profound wheel and chassis expertise,” says Dr Saul Reichman, head of Maxion Advanced Technologies and global director of Innovation & Corporate Venturing at Maxion Wheels. “We are looking forward to the cooperation and the exciting synergies that will result from this partnership.”

“Through their expertise as one of the world’s leading manufacturers of wheels in the mobility sector, Maxion adds great value to our platform. We are thrilled to have them on board and are looking forward to a promising partnership and many innovative projects. I am especially excited to identify new technology approaches and opportunities together by connecting the team with innovative startups and corporate partners of our international ecosystem. Let’s get this partnership rolling,” said Sascha Karimpour, managing director of Plug & Play Germany.