Ford has appointed top Tesla engineer Alan Clarke to help progress the firm’s move to EV-only production by 2035.
Clarke joined Tesla in 2009 and has held several roles at the EV firm, including senior design engineer, senior manager of new programmes engineering and, most recently, director of new programmes engineering.
The 35-year-old played a key role in the development of the Tesla Model S, overseeing the design of the car’s battery enclosure, suspension, steering and exterior door handle mechanisms. He also contributed to the development of the Tesla Model X drivetrain.
In addition, Clarke led programmes as chief engineer for the Tesla Roadster prototype, developed vehicle architecture for the Model 3 and Model Y and contributed to engineering on the Cybertruck prototype.
