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Code19 Racing Named Finalist for SXSW Pitch 2025 in Robotics, Web3, Voice & Extended Reality Category

2025-01-29

Austin, TX – [1/29/25]Code19 Racing, the world’s first professional autonomous racing team, was selected to participate in the Robotics, Web3, Voice & Extended Reality category for the 2025 SXSW Pitch competition. The prestigious event, taking place March 8-9, 2025, at SXSW Conference & Festivals, showcases cutting-edge startups pioneering the future of technology.

Out of 589 companies that applied, Code19 Racing was chosen among the 45 finalists across nine categories. The selection highlights the team’s groundbreaking advancements in AI-driven motorsports, where autonomous race cars compete at speeds exceeding 300 km/h (186 mph).

AI racing isn’t just about speed—it’s about redefining the future of autonomy and intelligent systems,” said Lawrence Walter, Co-Founder & Team Principal of Code19 Racing. “Being recognized at SXSW Pitch 2025 is a major milestone that puts autonomous racing at the forefront of robotics and AI innovation. We’re thrilled to showcase how our technology is pushing the limits of autonomy, not just on the track, but across industries.”

Shaping the Future of Autonomous Motorsports

Code19 Racing is pioneering AI-first motorsports, training autonomous race cars to compete at the highest levels. As a competitor in the Abu Dhabi Autonomous Racing League (A2RL), the team integrates cutting-edge machine learning, real-time decision-making, and advanced sensor technology to push AI’s capabilities in extreme environments.

The 2025 SXSW Pitch event, presented by KPMG, will take place at the Hilton Austin Downtown, where Code19 Racing will compete against four other finalists in the Robotics, Web3, Voice & Extended Reality category. The winners will be announced at the SXSW Pitch Awards Ceremony on March 9, 2025.

For more information about Code19 Racing, visit www.code19racing.ai.

About SXSW Pitch

Since 2009, SXSW Pitch has showcased the best emerging startups, with past participants raising over $23.1 billion in funding. The competition serves as a launchpad for groundbreaking technology companies looking to transform industries.

About Code19 Racing

Code19 Racing is the world’s first professional autonomous racing franchise, competing globally in cutting-edge AI motorsports. By combining high-speed racing with advanced robotics and AI, the team aims to push the boundaries of autonomous mobility, machine learning, and human-AI collaboration.

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