Technical Due Diligence for M&A Transactions
OUR MISSION
Independent and objective technical due diligence for transportation technology investments, providing comprehensive technology assessment to support confident M&A decisions.
KEY SERVICES
What We Assess:
Automotive technology validation vs. marketing claims
Manufacturing feasibility for automotive production scale
Vehicle integration complexity and post-acquisition challenges
Competitive positioning within automotive supply chains
Implementation roadmaps for automotive certification and deployment
Typical Engagements:
Pre-Letter of Intent (LOI) automotive technology validation
Comprehensive automotive supplier due diligence
Post-Letter of Intent (LOI) automotive systems integration assessment
Strategic automotive technology evaluation
Engagement Approach
Technical Due Diligence Process
Initial Assessment - Rapid evaluation of technology claims and market positioning
Deep Technical Analysis - Comprehensive validation of capabilities and limitations
Implementation Evaluation - Assessment of deployment complexity and resource requirements
Risk & Opportunity Mapping - Identification of key challenges and value creation potential
Strategic Recommendations - Actionable insights for investment decision-making
FOCUS AREAS
Automotive Systems & Components
Automotive, Commercial Vehicle, Moto and Off-Road
Powertrain technologies and efficiency systems
Control systems and software integration
Electrification, battery tech and hybrid systems
Regulatory Compliance Technologies
EPA and CARB certification requirements
Multi-jurisdiction compliance strategies
Aftermarket and performance technologies
Transportation Efficiency Technologies
Alternative fuel and propulsion systems
Emissions reduction and compliance technologies
Performance optimization solutions
Manufacturing & Production Technologies
Scalable manufacturing processes and quality systems
Supply chain and component sourcing
Additive manufacturing (3D printing) and subtractive manufacturing processes
WHY CHOOSE STRATEGIC DRIVE?
Technical due diligence requires an understanding of both the business and the engineering. Strategic Drive combines 30 years of automotive technology with executive experience and MBA financial training to evaluate the technology in its entirety - the technical depth that pure financial analysts can't provide, while understanding the business implications that pure engineers often overlook.