Proof of Usefulness Report

SODA.Auto

Analysis completed on 2/3/2026

+315

Proof of Usefulness Score

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SODA.Auto is a legitimate, venture-backed ($6M) UK automotive software company offering high-utility SDV (Software Defined Vehicle) tools. While the project has strong technical merit and market timing (verified partnership with Everrati), the submission itself was of very low quality, containing false claims about audience reach ('everyone') and traction ('most people have used my product'). The score reflects the verified potential of the technology and funding, heavily penalized for the inaccurate submission details.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+212.5

Audience Reach Impact+30.0

Technical Innovation+120.0

Evidence Of Traction+56.25

Market Timing Relevance+90.0

Functional Completeness+2.5

Subtotal+511.25

Usefulness Multiplierx0.62

Final Score+315

Project Details

Project URL

https://soda.auto/

Description

SODA makes vehicle software engineering 2x faster and 4 times less costs. AI-powered engineering tools, digital twin approach and continuously optimized processes.

Algorithm Insights

Market Position

Strong market validation with clear user adoption patterns

User Engagement

Documented reach suggests active user community

Technical Stack

Modern tech stack aligned with sponsor technologies

Recommendations to Increase Usefulness Score

Document User Growth

Provide specific metrics on user acquisition and retention rates

Showcase Revenue Model

Detail sustainable monetization strategy and current revenue streams

Expand Evidence Base

Include testimonials, case studies, and third-party validation

Technical Roadmap

Share development milestones and feature completion timeline