Hypermile
Hypermile, formerly known as Creation Labs, is a London-based company that develops AI-driven driver assistance systems to enhance trucking efficiency, sustainability, and safety. Its main product, Hypermile Co-Pilot, is a retrofittable AI cruise control that optimizes fuel usage and vehicle operations.
Company Overview
Hypermile, formerly known as Creation Labs, is based in London, England, and operates within the B2B sector. Specializing in engineering, product, and design, Hypermile develops AI driver assistance systems to enhance trucking efficiency, sustainability, and safety. The company’s core product, Hypermile Co-Pilot, is a retrofittable AI cruise control designed to optimize commercial vehicle operations. Hypermile aims to significantly reduce the environmental impact and operational costs of heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) through advanced AI technology.
Main Product: Hypermile Co-Pilot
Hypermile Co-Pilot is the flagship product of the company. This AI-powered driver assistance system integrates seamlessly into existing commercial vehicle fleets. The primary functionalities include fuel-saving measures such as optimizing speed based on road gradient and traffic anticipation. Safety features encompass forward collision warnings, lane departure alerts, and bridge strike warnings. By reducing diesel consumption by 11% and extending the range of battery-electric vehicles by 15%, the Hypermile Co-Pilot helps logistics companies improve fuel efficiency and lower operational costs.
Fleet Management Platform
Hypermile offers a comprehensive fleet management platform for logistics operators. This platform enables fleet managers to monitor fuel economy, review incident videos, and set performance targets for vehicles. It supports better decision-making by providing actionable insights into vehicle performance and driver behavior. The platform is particularly useful in maintaining fleet efficiency, safety, and regulatory compliance, thereby contributing to overall operational excellence.
Partners and Investors
Hypermile partners with notable companies and organizations such as Electra, Fergusons, Ox, Spark, Asco, Niche, DFT, OZEV, and Horizon. The company is backed by leading Silicon Valley investors, including Y Combinator and Greg Brockman from OpenAI. This strong network of partners and investors underscores Hypermile’s potential within the AI-driven automotive sector, facilitating further innovation and growth.
Industry Recognition and Grants
Hypermile's innovative approach to using AI in vehicle automation has garnered significant recognition. The company has received research and development grants from reputable entities such as Innovate UK, the Department for Transport, and Horizon 2020. These grants support Hypermile’s ongoing efforts to enhance fuel efficiency, improve safety, and develop advanced driver assistance systems, with the long-term vision of achieving Level-3 autonomy in trucking solutions.