Circuit

Circuit is a transportation company that provides on-demand, electric shuttle services. It operates a fleet of electric vehicles to offer first and last-mile connections to key urban destinations. Circuit's core offerings revolve around pooled rides over short distances, aiming to reduce demand for parking in downtown areas and mitigate the number of cars on the road.

The company generates revenue through service contracts with cities and private real estate developments, as well as an advertising platform integrated into its vehicles. As of September 2022, Circuit had more than tripled in size since 2020 and was actively expanding to new markets across the US to meet the increasing demand for its services.

Circuit's business model focuses on complementing existing public transportation infrastructure by customizing its offerings to each location. The company positions itself as an eco-friendly and cost-effective solution, highlighting that its services helped avoid over 500 metric tons of greenhouse gas emissions in 2021 alone.

In addition to its core shuttle services, Circuit has partnered with entities like the Brightline Train Systems to provide first and last-mile connections for train passengers. The company has also been selected for projects aimed at promoting sustainable mobility, such as the Mobility Innovation District in Washington, DC, and the New York Clean Transportation Prizes program.

Circuit was founded in 2011 by James Mirras and Alex Esposito, originally starting as a seasonal beach shuttle service in the Hamptons, New York. Over the years, the company expanded its operations to become a bi-coastal provider, currently serving markets across eight states, including New York, Florida, California, New Jersey, Colorado, Massachusetts, and Texas.