Eligere Wins Volkswagen’s iMobilothon 2025 — A Major Leap Forward for AI in Automotive Frontline Operations

From India to Japan — our journey took us to Suzuki’s global headquarters, where our vision for a Human + AI-powered automotive future resonated with their leadership. A reminder that when technology meets human values, magic happens.

Today, we’re excited to share a landmark achievement for Eligere Technologies: we have won the Startup Track of the Volkswagen iMobilothon 2025, emerging as one of only two startups selected globally by one of the world’s largest and most respected automotive OEMs.

This recognition isn’t just an award; it’s a powerful confirmation that the future of automotive frontline operations is being shaped by enterprise-grade AI, and Eligere is leading that transformation.

Enterprise AI for frontline automotive teams is transitioning from experimentation to mainstream adoption.

Recognized by Volkswagen Group: A Global Standard of Excellence

Volkswagen’s iMobilothon program is purpose-built to identify category-defining innovation capable of shaping the future of mobility. Winning this program means that Eligere’s verticalized AI platform for frontline automotive sales and service operations has met the highest standard for:

  • Scalability
  • Deployment readiness
  • Relevance across global automotive networks

Our work is not theoretical or experimental. It’s practical, operational, and ready for worldwide adoption across VW Group companies.

 

Two Global OEM Accelerators in One Year: A Rare and Powerful Signal

Earlier this year, Eligere was selected as a winner of the Suzuki Innovation Accelerator, making 2025 a milestone year in our journey.

Winning both the Suzuki and Volkswagen OEM accelerator programs within the same year is something very few startups achieve. This dual validation reinforces a critical industry shift:

AI isn’t a pilot program anymore — it’s moving into enterprise-scale deployment.

Leading OEMs are now prioritizing AI solutions that improve frontline productivity, customer experience, and operational efficiency at scale. Eligere’s platform is being battle-tested in live environments, proving its value in one of the most complex and high-volume industries in the world.

 

Strategic Validation of Eligere’s Core Thesis

Together, these wins underscore a belief we’ve held since day one:

Enterprise AI for frontline automotive teams is transitioning from experimentation to mainstream adoption.

The global automotive ecosystem is ready — and the demand for reliable, scalable, verticalized AI is accelerating.

Our team has built the Eligere platform with discipline, speed, and a focus on real-world outcomes. This recognition from Volkswagen validates that approach.

 

A Step Forward in a Long, Ambitious Journey

While this is a major milestone, it is also one step in a long journey. Every win strengthens our commitment and sharpens our resolve.

We are grateful:

  • To the Volkswagen Group for recognizing the depth of our work
  • To our customers and partners for their trust
  • To our team for building relentlessly with clarity and ambition
  • To the community that has supported our mission at every stage

These achievements motivate us to push harder, scale faster, and deliver even deeper value to the automotive industry.