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Suzuki signs MOU to explore next-generation mobility in Ahmedabad, India. Image of Glydways in Urban Area Suzuki Motor Corporation (headquarters: Hamamatsu, Shizuoka, Japan; President: Toshihiro Suzuki; hereinafter, "Suzuki") has signed a memorandum of understanding to commence studies toward the introduction of next-generation mobility in a terminal station in the city of Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India, together with Thoth Infrastructure Private Limited (headquarters: Delhi, India; Founder and CEO: Sameer Parikh; hereinafter, "Thoth"), a company focused on transit-oriented development in India, and Glydways Inc. (headquarters: California, USA; Co-CEOs: Mark Seeger, Blake Barber; hereinafter, "Glydways"), in which Suzuki has invested and with which Suzuki has strategic collaboration. The parties will explore the possibility of introducing a public transportation system developed by Glydways, with the aim of improving accessibility around Sabarmati Multimodal Hub - a terminal station in the Sabarmati area of Ahmedabad where bullet train is planned to connect - and contributing to redevelopment of the surrounding area. Glydways' innovative public transportation system, Personal Rapid Transit (PRT), enables the transport of multiple passengers through efficient autonomous operation of mini-vehicle-size compact electric vehicles on dedicated lanes. The system can be introduced at lower cost, while also contributing to alleviating traffic congestion and reducing environmental impact. In the Sabarmati area, where demand for short-distance travel within the city is high, and access to the station is expected to increase due to the connection of the bullet train, it is considered to be one of the most optimal means of mobility. Suzuki will continue to contribute to the medium- to long-term development of India through its role in providing infrastructure mobility that is closely aligned with local communities, including this initiative. Outline of Glydways. | Company name | Glydways, Inc. | | Headquarters | South San Francisco, California, USA | | Representative | Co-CEOs Mark Seeger, Blake Barber | | Foundation | 2016 | | Business outline | Development of on-demand vehicle networks | | URL | https://www.glydways.com/ | Outline of Thoth Infrastructure Private Limited. | Company name | Thoth Infrastructure Private Limited | | Headquarters | Delhi, India | | Representative | Founder and CEO Sameer Parikh | | Foundation | 2016 | | Business outline | Transit-oriented development | | URL | https://www.thothinfra.in/ |

Parkin announces strategic collaboration with Glydways to integrate autonomous mobility into Dubai's parking network. Parkin Company PJSC ("Parkin" or the "Company"), the largest provider of paid public parking facilities and services in Dubai, has announced a strategic collaboration with Glydways Inc., "Glydways", the first company providing Flow Networks (AV2.0) to global cities, to deliver integrated parking and transport solutions across selected locations in Dubai. The collaboration marks a significant step toward advancing first and last mile connectivity in support of Dubai's Smart City vision. By combining Parkin's extensive parking network with Glydways' Flow Networks that deliver direct to destination, on-demand, personal and non-stop rides, the partnership aims to redefine how people move across the city to support seamless end-to-end journeys. As part of the initiative, select Parkin-managed sites will be transformed into multimodal mobility hubs, serving as convenient access points for Glydways' autonomous Glydcars that flow on dedicated guideways, creating high-capacity, on-demand flow networks that operate without congestion or stops and deliver passengers directly to their destination. This integration will enable seamless transition between key destinations, enhancing customer convenience, easing congestion and promoting more sustainable urban mobility. Focused on delivering advanced technology and introducing new value-added services, Parkin's new subsidiary, Parkin Mobility, will combine best-in-class multi-story parking solutions with Glydways' Flow Network, allowing for improved parking utilisation and location efficiency without compromising on access to destinations. Parkin Mobility will seek to introduce the next generation of dedicated parking solutions coupled with direct-to-destination mobility, delivering the ultimate in car mobility convenience. The collaboration will also extend to digital integration, with Glydways' services including routes, real time availability, estimated arrival times and booking embedded directly into Parkin's mobile app and website. This unified platform will allow customers to plan, book and manage both parking and transport within a single interface. In parallel, both companies will align their customer support functions to ensure a consistent and seamless user experience. Eng. Mohamed Abdulla Al Ali, CEO of Parkin, commented: "The future of urban mobility is integrated, seamless and sustainable. Through our collaboration with Glydways, we are transforming parking infrastructure into dynamic mobility hubs that directly support Dubai's vision for smarter, more efficient transportation. By bringing parking and autonomous travel together on a single digital platform, we are delivering a more convenient and connected experience for our customers." Mark Seeger, CEO of Glydways, commented: "Parkin is one of the most recognized names in Dubai's urban infrastructure, and this partnership reflects exactly how Glydways is designed to work: embedded into the fabric of how a city already moves, not layered on top of it. Together, we are turning parking locations into entry points for on-demand, autonomous transit, giving Dubai residents and visitors a seamless connection between where they park and where they need to go, without congestion, without delays, and without compromise on experience." As Dubai advances its Smart City ambitions under the 2040 Urban Master Plan, this collaboration positions Parkin at the forefront of integrated mobility, through its continued focus on enhancing customer experience through innovation.

Khosla-backed autonomous pod startup raises $170M, eyes further growth. A khosla-backed autonomous pod startup secures $170M in funding, aiming to expand next-gen mobility solutions and scale operations globally. Apr 20, 2026 - 04:50 Glydways, a San Francisco-based company focused on building personal autonomous pod systems for urban transportation, has raised $170 million in a Series C funding round as it continues to scale its infrastructure and technology. The funding round was co-led by Suzuki Motor Corporation, ACS Group, and Khosla Ventures. Additional participation came from existing investors Mitsui Chemicals and Gates Frontier, as well as new investor Obayashi Corporation. The company is also reportedly in discussions to secure an additional $250 million in funding, a move that could push its valuation beyond $1 billion, according to Bloomberg. Founded in 2016, Glydways is developing a transportation system based on small autonomous pods that operate on dedicated lanes approximately two meters wide. The company claims its system can transport up to 10,000 passengers per hour per lane while significantly reducing infrastructure costs - potentially by up to 90% compared to traditional rail systems. The startup has already begun advancing its concept toward real-world deployment. It plans to launch three operational pilot programs this year across Atlanta, New York City, and the United Arab Emirates, with broader commercial rollout targeted for 2027. Glydways has attracted backing from several high-profile investors, including Sam Altman, who participated in the company's earlier Series B round. Vinod Khosla, a key investor and board member, has previously expressed strong confidence in the model, suggesting that systems like Glydways could play a major role in reshaping urban mobility. Khosla has argued that this approach offers a more effective long-term solution for cities than alternatives such as robotaxis, stating that such transport systems could eventually replace a large portion of urban car usage over the next 25 years. "That sounds radical, but these entrepreneurs want to make that happen, and I'm pretty certain it will happen, and it's not robotaxis; it's not Waymo. It's a much better solution."