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CARKU, the inventor of mini lithium battery jump starter, designs, develops and sell all car jump starter models to the global market

Huizhou, ChinaFounded 2011Transportation
Valuation $50–100M Last recorded · 2025
Headcount <100 Current team size
Total funding $10–50M Disclosed equity funding
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About CARKU

Established in 2011, Shenzhen Carku Technology Co., Ltd. is a high-tech enterprise focused on the research, development, production, and sales of lithium battery application products. The company was founded by Charles Lei, who also serves as the CEO and was recognized as one of the "4th Shenzhen Youth Entrepreneur of the Year". Carku operates as a key drafting unit for industry standards and has been recognized as a National "little giant" enterprise, a designation for companies that excel in niche markets with strong innovation capabilities.

Carku's business model is centered on manufacturing and supplying a range of lithium battery-powered products, primarily operating on an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and Original Design Manufacturer (ODM) basis. The company provides these solutions to a global client base, serving as a brand and OEM partner for various world-class companies. Its revenue is generated through the bulk sale and export of its products to over 100 countries across six continents. The company's main markets include North America, Europe, South America, and Asia. Carku's production facility in Huizhou spans 30,000 square meters with 11 modern production lines, boasting an annual production capacity of 5 million jump starters.

The product portfolio is segmented into several core areas: automotive jump starters, portable power stations, heavy truck starting batteries, and intelligent home appliances. Carku is known for developing the DSLI intelligent jump starter and was the first to apply polymer lithium batteries in this field. Its products, which range in capacity and feature sets, are designed for various applications, from emergency power for cars, yachts, and motorcycles to charging consumer electronics like computers and mobile phones. The company holds a significant number of global patents, totaling over 700, and its products have received numerous certifications, including UL, CE, FCC, and RoHS, alongside management system certifications like ISO9001 and IATF16949.

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At a glance

Status
Operational
Founded
2011
Headquarters
Huizhou, China
Employees
79
Open positions
None listed
Dealroom signal
48.5/100
Industry
Energy, Transportation
Sub-industry
Vehicle Production
Sector
Transportation, Automotive, Lithium-Ion Batteries
Business model
Manufacturing
Client focus
b2b

Funding history

1 recorded event

Company financing events and reported valuations.

Deal typeDateAmountValuationInvestorsSource
SERIES B✓Equity / VC Mar 2025 $14M $55M Cowin Capital ↗
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CARKU website traffic

Latest recorded traffic for CARKU is 8.7K monthly website visits, up 47.5% over the last three months. CARKU's team grew 31.7% over the past year.

Latest monthly visits8.7K 3-month web change+47.5% 1-year team growth+31.7%
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🇨🇳 China90%
🇺🇸 United States10%
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