EV Magazine November 2024 | Page 22

PETER RAWLINSON
LIFETIME OF ACHIEVEMENT

Peter Rawlinson , CEO and CTO of Lucid Motors is a pivotal figure in the EV industry . Renowned for his technical expertise and strategic insight , he is transforming automotive luxury and sustainability .

EARLY LIFE AND EDUCATION Born in Wales , Peter ’ s passion for mechanics bloomed early . He spent his teenage years rebuilding engines , foreshadowing his future in automotive design . His passion led him to Imperial College London , where he honed his engineering skills , graduating from the Department of Mechanical Engineering .
A DISTINGUISHED CAREER IN AUTOMOTIVE ENGINEERING Peter ’ s career is marked by contributions to some of the automotive industry ’ s most prestigious names . He began in the UK , working for Jaguar Cars and Lotus Engineering . At Jaguar , he rose to Principal Engineer , focusing on advanced body structure design and pioneering computer-aided design in automotive engineering . At Lotus , as Chief Engineer , he developed his expertise in high-performance car design , setting the stage for his future in EV technology .
His career took a pivotal turn when he joined Tesla in 2009 as VP of Vehicle Engineering . As Chief Engineer of the Tesla Model S , he helped prove that EVs could rival traditional combustion-engine cars in performance and luxury .

PETER RAWLINSON

TITLE : CEO AND CTO COMPANY : LUCID MOTORS INDUSTRY : AUTOMOTIVE LOCATION : UNITED STATES
Peter Rawlinson is the CEO and CTO of Lucid Motors , where he spearheads the development of cutting-edge EVs . With a background in advanced automotive engineering , Peter ’ s vision and leadership have positioned Lucid at the forefront of innovation , blending luxury with sustainability in the rapidly evolving EV landscape .
A CLEAR VISION FOR THE FUTURE OF EVS Peter ’ s journey with Lucid Motors began with a bold vision : to create the world ’ s most advanced EV . The Lucid Air , the flagship sedan , embodies his ambition with cutting-edge technology , luxurious design and broad range . Peter envisions EVs not just as eco-friendly alternatives but as superior vehicles that redefine the future of mobility , outpacing traditional cars in every aspect . “ We are at a pivotal moment in the automotive industry ,” Peter notes . “ Lucid is proving that EVs can surpass combustion vehicles in terms of performance , luxury and efficiency . We aim to set new standards , not just match existing ones .”
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