Canoo is an American electric vehicle company founded in 2017 and headquartered in Torrance, California. The company's core technology is a proprietary multi-purpose "skateboard" platform architecture, designed to underpin a range of different vehicle types on a single, adaptable base.
This platform integrates key systems including the electric powertrain and steer-by-wire technology, enabling a space-efficient vehicle design. Canoo has developed a lineup of purpose-built EVs on this platform, which includes the Lifestyle Vehicle, a Pickup Truck, and a Delivery Vehicle.
The company was founded by a team of experienced automotive engineers and executives, many of whom previously worked at Faraday Future. Its technical work focuses on electric vehicle platform architecture, powertrain integration, and advanced vehicle control systems.
