Olympian Motors GTM brain

Olympian Motors develops design-led modular electric vehicles for premium car buyers and an EV platform for partners.

category

Electric vehicles and modular EV platforms

market profile

  • text: The company markets distinctive electric cars to drivers seeking a less screen-dominated cabin.
  • text: Its modular platform also targets suppliers, developers, and regional distribution partners.

personas

  • title: Design-conscious premium EV buyer
    pains:
    • Mainstream EVs look alike and rely on large screens
    • Wants electric driving with a distinctive interior and exterior
  • title: Automotive manufacturing or distribution partner
    pains:
    • Developing an EV from scratch requires expensive tooling and long lead times
    • Needs differentiated vehicles and technology partners for a regional market
  • title: Independent vehicle builder
    pains:
    • Integrating batteries, drivetrain, and software into a custom vehicle is complex
    • Needs a modular platform instead of developing an entire EV architecture

icp

  • text: Affluent US consumers considering a premium electric coupe, especially in the listed initial delivery states.
  • text: Automotive suppliers, technology developers, and regional joint venture or distribution partners exploring modular EVs.

message pillars

  • text: Differentiate through aesthetic, design-led EVs.
  • text: Offer a simpler cabin experience.
  • text: Build around an open modular architecture.

objections

  • objection: An emerging automaker may face production and delivery uncertainty.
    response: Share current production milestones and delivery timing directly, and make reservation terms clear.
  • objection: A premium EV buyer needs confidence in service and ownership support.
    response: Provide current service coverage, warranty, and support details before purchase; verify availability locally.
  • objection: The vehicle is expensive relative to mass-market EVs.
    response: Lead with the distinct design and ownership experience, while being transparent about the listed base price.

competitors

  • name: Tesla
    why: Competes for premium electric car buyers.
  • name: Rivian
    why: US electric vehicle startup competing for design-conscious premium buyers.
  • name: Ford
    why: Established manufacturer competing in electric vehicles.

keywords

  • luxury electric coupe
  • retro electric vehicle
  • minimalist electric car
  • modular EV platform
  • electric vehicle preorder
  • electric vehicle skateboard platform

voice

  • design-forward
  • aspirational
  • contrarian

signals

  • text: A buyer is shopping for a premium EV and values physical materials and fewer screens.
  • text: A supplier or distributor seeks a modular EV platform or regional partnership.

hiring

  • Growth Engineer
  • Mechanical Engineer/Designer
  • VP of Manufacturing

pricing

model: flat
starting price: Model O1 base price $80,000; $500 refundable reservation

motion

hybrid

channels

  • roadshows
  • Instagram
  • LinkedIn
  • press
  • direct reservations

confidence

medium

Founders

  • name: Jasmine Sungu
    title: Founder
    role: Founder
    bio: Previously a Business Development Lead at Cisco. Prior to that, Jasmine worked at IBM & EY as a managing consultant in the automotive and mobility industry. She started her career at Merrill Lynch as a BD analyst. She holds a BA in Economics from NYU.
  • name: Eren Canarslan
    title: Founder
    role: Founder
    bio: Building the next-generation electric vehicles at Olympian. Prior to Olympian Motors, Eren was working at Qualcomm, focused on autonomous driving, electric vehicles and satellites. Previously, Eren worked at multiple VC funds in New York and investment banks in Europe. He started his professional career at Ford Motors R&D department as an electrical engineer. He holds an MBA degree from Columbia University, and a BSc Degree in Electronics Engineering.

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