German battery technology startup Pulsetrain has raised €6.1 million ($6.6 million) in seed funding to scale and industrialize its battery management solution, which it claims can extend battery life by up to 80%.
The investment round, led by Vsquared Ventures and Planet A with participation from Climate Club, will support Pulsetrain’s efforts to enhance product development and prepare for commercialization. The company’s technology is designed to improve battery longevity, increase range and performance, and reduce manufacturing costs for electric vehicle (EV) makers.
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Pulsetrain, formerly known as Bavertis, was founded in April 2022 by industry veterans including Leopold König, co-founder of CustomCells, Thomas Plaschko, founder of enfas, and Niclas Lehnert, who was also a co-founder of Bavertis. The company rebranded as Pulsetrain on September 18, 2024, to reflect its core technology of optimizing battery cells through targeted pulse loading. The new name combines “Pulse” with “Train,” referencing both powertrains and battery management systems.
Pulsetrain’s technology integrates a Battery Management System (BMS), inverter, and charging electronics into a unified “In-Battery” solution. A multilevel inverter at the core of the system enables more efficient energy management through a combination of hardware and software. Initially focused on two-wheelers and commercial vehicles, the company aims to expand into the automotive, aviation, agriculture, and shipping sectors.
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“With our depth of experience, we saw a market opportunity to create technology that enables EV producers to make vehicles safer, longer-lasting, more cost-effective, and globally competitive,” said co-founder Niclas Lehnert.
Pulsetrain’s approach brings together electrical engineering, battery chemistry, and software-driven control systems to optimize energy use and extend battery life. “We reduce weight, increase battery lifespan, and simultaneously lower costs,” added co-founder Thomas Plaschko.
The startup’s solution also enables faster charging and promotes sustainability through battery reuse, enhancing EV efficiency and safety while minimizing environmental impact.