K-Motors, a specialist in high-power electronic switches for electric mobility, has announced the closing of a 5 million euro financing round (3M equity/2M debt). This operation will allow the company to reach a crucial milestone: moving beyond the proof of concept phase to achieve an industrial scale and begin deploying its technology. The funds raised will help to industrialize the technology, launch the first customer productions from 2026, and structure the commercial deployment in Europe and the United States.
Kyocera Ventures’ entry into K-Motors’ capital brings an international dimension and opens up export opportunities – the company signed its first contracts in the United States in 2025. Additionally, the participation of Bpifrance through its Bpifrance Industrial Love Fund confirms the strategic dimension of the project for French industrialization and the support of Région Sud Investissement, LCL, Société Générale, and CEPAC anchors this development in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur region.
Strategic Recruitment to Accelerate Commercial Growth
Simultaneously with this funding round, K-Motors announces the recruitment of Marc Giraudot as Head of Sales. With proven experience at Saqara, where he contributed to structuring the commercial deployment of groundbreaking technology, Marc Giraudot brings valuable expertise to K-Motors: transforming industrial innovation into commercial success on a large scale. His appointment aligns directly with the strategy of conquering European and American markets.
The PowerSwitcher: Technological Breakthrough for Electric Mobility
At the core of K-Motors’ technology is the PowerSwitcher: a high-power electronic switch that revolutionizes energy management in electric vehicles. While traditional solutions multiply components and points of failure, the PowerSwitcher integrates all these functions into a single intelligent module, making it more reliable, lighter, and more efficient.
It addresses two strategic needs for manufacturers:
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Battery Protection
The PowerSwitcher replaces all traditional protection components in a single module: contactors, fuses, pre-charge circuits, and sensors. Its almost instant reaction protects the vehicle against any electrical incident without manual intervention. The result is increased reliability, reduced maintenance, and significant weight savings. -
Hybridization of Energy Sources
The PowerSwitcher intelligently combines multiple energy sources within the same vehicle. It optimizes the contribution of each source in real-time, extends battery life, and improves energy recovery during braking. This flexibility is a decisive advantage for manufacturers looking to move away from dependence on a single battery chemistry.
“This funding round is a pivotal step for K-Motors. It allows us to move beyond the proof of concept phase to reach an industrial scale. We have validated our technology with demanding OEMs; now it is time to deploy it. I thank all our partners for their trust and commitment.” – Nelson Lukes, CEO of K-Motors
“The technology developed by K-Motors is extremely interesting for electric mobility. It should position K Motors as a very well-positioned niche player in the value chain and promises excellent growth prospects. We are proud to support this dynamic and ambitious team.” – Raphaël DIDIER, Director of Bpifrance Amorçage Industriel Fund
“As a shareholder of K-Motors since 2022, Région Sud Investissement participates in this new round to support the company in its industrialization phase. This decision is based in part on the experience and commitment of the management team, the strength of the team, the differentiating nature of the technology developed, and the first industrial validations obtained from manufacturers. The development of the PowerSwitcher opens up interesting prospects for structuring innovative industrial activity in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur region and for strengthening the electric mobility sector in the region.” – Pierre Joubert, General Manager of Région Sud Investissement
“K-Motors is developing innovative technology to address the main challenges of performance and efficiency in electric mobility. Their approach to energy management has the potential to improve vehicle performance and extend battery life. We are delighted to support the team in developing solutions that will contribute to the next generation of electrified transport.” – Rick Johnson, Director of Investments at Kyocera Ventures
