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Thomas Ingenlath
Dew Briefs:
- Thomas Ingenlath, a German car designer, currently holds the position of CEO at Polestar and previously served as the Senior Vice President Design at sister company Volvo.
- He began his career from the Volkswagen Group, where he worked for Audi and served as the chief exterior designer for Volkswagen.
- Previously, he held various design management roles at Škoda Auto and Volkswagen.
- Thomas has over 20 years of experience in design, innovation, and leadership in the automotive industry.
Life and Education
Thomas Ingenlath, who born on September 18, 1964, in Krefeld, Germany, embarked his automotive journey after completing his degree in Transportation Design from Pforzheim University at Fachhochschule für Gestaltung, Germany. He then pursued his MA in Vehicle Design at the Royal College of Art in London, solidifying his foundation in car design.
Ingenlath Carrear Highlights:
In 1991 he Began his career at Volkswagen AG, contributing to various projects and gaining valuable experience in automotive design. In 1995, Joined Skoda Auto, where he significantly influenced the brand’s design language and helped establish its identity.
In 2000, Ingenlath was appointed as the Chief Designer at Skoda, marking a significant milestone in his career. He showcased his talent and expertise, contributing to the brand’s innovative designs.
Six years later, in 2006, he was promoted to the role of Director of Design at the Volkswagen Design Center in Potsdam, further solidifying his position in the Volkswagen Group.
Ingenlath’s journey continued to ascend as he joined Volvo in 2012, assuming the pivotal position of head of design. His visionary approach and innovative designs played a crucial role in shaping Volvo’s brand identity.
Finally, in 2017, Ingenlath’s remarkable career reached new heights when he was appointed as the CEO of Polestar, a subsidiary of Volvo Cars where he was SVP of design. This appointment underscored his exceptional skills and leadership in the automotive industry, cementing his influential role in shaping the future of electric mobility.
Nov 22, 2022, the CEO Polestar, Thomas Ingenlath claim that the 100,000th Polestar 2 rolled off the production line and by the end of the year, the Polestar 2 was expected to be on the road in 27 markets. This milestone demonstrates the dedication and hard work of Polestar’s CEO, Thomas Ingenlath, in advancing the company.
Ingenlath, Celebrated for modernizing Volvo’s design language and playing a crucial role in the launch of Polestar’s electric performance vehicles, Ingenlath’s design philosophy combines Scandinavian simplicity with high-quality craftsmanship and sustainability. Notable designs include the Volvo XC90, S90, V90, and the Polestar 1, 2, and 3.
Conclusion:
Ingenlath’s design style focuses on simplicity, elegance, and emotional connection. His creations are known for clean lines, minimalistic features, and great user experience. His work has earned many awards and recognition, making him a top figure in automotive design. Polestar cars still running by the Android base Automotive Operating System Globally while in Chinese market they adjust with Xingj-Meizu.
Diver Insights:
Considering Volvo’s status as a leading global automotive brand and trendsetter, along with their plan to cease production of gas-powered vehicles by 2025 and plans to have a line-up of five performance EVs (Polestar-02, 03, 04, 05 and 06) by 2026 , Mr. CEO will play a crucial role in shaping the future of electric vehicles with The Polestar 0 project goal which truly climate-neutral production car by 2030.
