Description
Highway1 is a hardware‑focused startup accelerator that supports founders building physical products across consumer, industrial, and connected‑device categories. The program combines seed capital with intensive support in product design, engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and go‑to‑market, helping startups transition from prototype to scalable production.
Eligibility
• Hardware startups with functional prototypes
• Teams preparing for manufacturing or early commercialization
• Founders seeking hands‑on operational and technical guidance
• Typically pre‑seed or seed stage
Process
Sourcing: Competitive application‑based cohorts
Evaluation: Product readiness, technical feasibility, market demand, and team capability
Program Structure: Time‑bound accelerator with workshops, mentors, and hands‑on technical support
Capital & Exposure: Seed investment plus demo day and investor introductions
What an Applicant can Obtain
✔ $100K–$250K in seed capital
✔ Deep hardware, engineering, and manufacturing support
✔ Supplier and manufacturing partner access
✔ Investor exposure through demo day
✔ Accelerated path to scalable production
