EV Startup Simulation

Design, build, and market the future of transportation in this electrifying business simulation.

Group size: 5 - 100+
Duration: 60 - 75 Mins
Setting: Indoor

About EV Startup Simulation

Welcome to the fast-paced world of electric vehicles! In the EV Startup Simulation, teams step into the shoes of entrepreneurs tasked with launching a new EV company. This is a dynamic, hands-on business game that challenges teams to innovate, strategize, and collaborate to dominate a competitive market.

Key Focus Areas

Business Acumen and Strategy
Strategy/Planning
Diffuse Stress
Collaboration
Innovation and Design Thinking

What It Entails

From initial concept to final pitch, teams will navigate the entire startup lifecycle. They will be given a budget to design their flagship vehicle, develop a brand identity, create a marketing campaign, and manage their resources. The simulation culminates in a high-stakes "investor pitch" where teams present their business plan to win the coveted top funding spot.

The word on 'EV Startup Simulation'

4.91,700 reviews

Meghana Joshi, Siemens

Awesome virtual engagement session done by Team Activators. They're really good at their job. Well done, and a big thanks on behalf of the Siemens HR team.

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Shanti Vemuri

Team Activators are just as their name reflects - they activate our energy levels. Their activities are real energizers amidst all the workload one has. These activators should be picked up by every organization to ensure team motivation at all times. It's a perfect example of how a fun activity can also be conducted virtually.

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Siddharth Bhujabal

They are really good at team engagement. Since we had a session with them online (virtual), I didn't know it could be this fun! Loved their decks (which are interactive), their hosts (much fun - Brendon and others), and all the games and activities. Highly recommend them for a short, fun session with the team.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the EV Startup Simulation all about?

Teams step into the roles of founders and executives running their own electric vehicle startup, making strategic business decisions in a simulated high-stakes environment. It blends the excitement of the booming EV industry with real business challenges around financial planning, collaborative strategy, and competitive decision-making. It's one of the more intellectually stimulating activities in Team Activators' lineup.

Do participants need a background in business or the EV industry to participate?

Not at all — the simulation is designed to be immersive and accessible regardless of prior knowledge. The EV theme is used as an exciting, relevant backdrop rather than a technical requirement. Teams learn the business concepts organically as they navigate the challenges and make decisions together.

What specific business skills does the activity develop?

The simulation is specifically designed to build business acumen, financial literacy, and collaborative strategy in a fun, competitive environment. Teams learn to make decisions under pressure, balance resources, and think about long-term consequences - skills that translate directly back to real workplace challenges.

How does the competitive element work in the simulation?

Teams compete against each other in a high-stakes simulated market, where every strategic decision affects their startup's performance relative to rivals. This creates natural urgency and engagement, pushing teams to align quickly, communicate clearly, and execute their strategy with focus. The competitive layer is what makes the business learning feel genuinely exciting rather than like a workshop.

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What shapes your quote

Every session is priced for the team in front of us, so there is no rate card. Five things move the number most:

Group sizeThe per-person cost falls as the group grows; 20 and 200 people are different events.
Location and venueCity, travel for the crew, and whether the venue needs a recce before the day.
Format and durationA two-hour indoor energiser and a full-day outdoor programme are priced very differently.
Who is in the roomSenior and leadership teams get senior facilitators and a design built around their agenda.
CustomisationCompany-specific content, props, awards and AV, if you want them.

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