Via Transportation (NYSE: VIA) closes Downtowner Transportation tech acquisition

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Via Transportation, Inc. has completed its acquisition of Downtowner Transportation LLC and all affiliated subsidiaries. Downtowner is described as a transportation technology company that focuses on innovative and efficient public transit solutions for Destination Cities, so this deal brings another specialized transit platform under Via’s umbrella.

The move deepens Via’s presence in technology-enabled public transportation, particularly in markets centered on destination-focused mobility. The company communicated the closing of the acquisition through a press release dated December 15, 2025, highlighting the strategic importance of Downtowner’s expertise within tech-driven transit services.

Insights

Transportation technology M&A analyst

Via expands its transit tech footprint by acquiring Downtowner Transportation.

Via Transportation, Inc. has completed the acquisition of Downtowner Transportation LLC and its affiliated subsidiaries. Downtowner is characterized as a transportation technology company focused on innovative and efficient public transit solutions for Destination Cities, indicating a niche in destination-centric mobility services.

Bringing Downtowner in-house gives Via additional technology and operational capabilities in public transit solutions, especially where demand is tied to high-traffic destinations. The strategic impact will depend on how Via integrates Downtowner’s technology and customer relationships into its broader platform over time.

The transaction was announced through a press release dated December 15, 2025, emphasizing completion rather than future intent. Subsequent company disclosures may offer more detail on financial terms, integration plans, and any quantified contribution from Downtowner.

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

WASHINGTON, DC 20549

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FORM 8-K

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CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d)
of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): December 15, 2025

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VIA TRANSPORTATION, INC.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

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Delaware			001-42841			45-5372621
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization)			(Commission File Number)			(I.R.S. Employer Identification Number)
114 5th Ave, 17th Floor, New York, NY						10011
(Address of Principal Executive Offices)						(Zip Code)
(917) 877-0915
(Registrant's telephone number, including area code)
Not applicable
(Former name or former address, if changed since last report.)

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Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each class			Trading Symbol(s)			Name of each exchange on which registered
Class A common stock, par value $0.00001 per share			VIA			New York Stock Exchange

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Item 7.01 Regulation FD Disclosure

On December 15, 2025, Via Transportation, Inc. (the “Company”) announced that it had completed the acquisition of Downtowner Transportation LLC and all of its affiliated subsidiaries ("Downtowner"), a transportation technology company specializing in innovative and efficient public transit solutions for Destination Cities.

A copy of the press release issued by the Company announcing the completion of the acquisition of Downtowner is furnished herewith as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K and is incorporated by reference into this Item 7.01.

The information furnished under Item 7.01 of this Current Report on Form 8-K, including Exhibit 99.1, shall not be deemed to be “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”), or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section, nor shall it be deemed to be incorporated by reference into any filing by the Company under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or the Exchange Act, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such a filing.

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits

(d) The following exhibits are being filed herewith:

Exhibit No.						Description
99.1						Press Release dated December 15, 2025
104						Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document)

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.

			Via Transportation, Inc.
Dated: December 15, 2025			By:			/s/ Daniel Ramot
			Name:			Daniel Ramot
			Title:			Chief Executive Officer (Principal Executive Officer)

FAQ

What transaction did Via Transportation, Inc. (VIA) disclose on December 15, 2025?

Via Transportation, Inc. disclosed that it had completed the acquisition of Downtowner Transportation LLC and all of its affiliated subsidiaries on December 15, 2025.

Who is Downtowner Transportation LLC, the company acquired by Via Transportation (VIA)?

Downtowner Transportation LLC is described as a transportation technology company specializing in innovative and efficient public transit solutions for Destination Cities.

How did Via Transportation, Inc. (VIA) announce the closing of the Downtowner acquisition?

Via Transportation, Inc. announced the closing of the Downtowner acquisition through a press release dated December 15, 2025, which is referenced as an exhibit.

Does the Via Transportation (VIA) disclosure include a press release about the Downtowner deal?

Yes. A press release dated December 15, 2025 announcing completion of the Downtowner acquisition is included as Exhibit 99.1.

What type of business focus does the Downtowner acquisition add to Via Transportation (VIA)?

The acquisition adds a business focused on innovative and efficient public transit solutions for Destination Cities to Via Transportation’s operations.

What stock exchange lists Via Transportation, Inc. and under what symbol?

Via Transportation, Inc. lists its Class A common stock on the New York Stock Exchange under the trading symbol VIA.