The best in
car & auto.
1 direct-to-consumer car & auto brands, ranked by DTCetc score — led by ZOOX. How we score →
About this list
These DTC auto companies are focused on the development of electric vehicles, designing new technologies and innovative solutions to make the world cleaner and more efficient, while others are still supplying and creating gasoline cars and related items. They are all committed to being leaders and innovators in the automobile industry, continually challenging themselves to create new ways forward in mobility. Many of these brands are focused on the development of electric vehicles that will shift the paradigm from an era of petrol consumption to one where clean energy is the norm. This list includes both automotive manufacturers as well as suppliers to the automotive industry. Some companies leading this surge include Tesla, Lucid, and Zoox.
Every brand here is scored on quality, sustainability and value — the ranking updates as brands evolve. How we score →
What is the best DTC car & auto brand?
ZOOX tops our car & auto ranking with a DTCetc score of 65/100, based on quality, sustainability and pricing.
How many DTC car & auto brands does DTCetc cover?
We track 1 direct-to-consumer car & auto brands, each scored and ranked on quality, sustainability and price.
What are the most affordable car & auto brands?
ZOOX carry the lowest price tiers in our car & auto ranking.
What are the most sustainable car & auto brands?
ZOOX lead this list on our sustainability score.