EKA Mobility has appointed Sohel Merchant as its Chief Innovation Officer (CIO). With more than 20 years of experience in automotive engineering, including leadership roles at Tesla, Canoo, and Faraday Future, Merchant’s appointment comes at a pivotal moment for EKA as it seeks to advance its sustainable transportation solutions.
Merchant’s extensive background in vehicle engineering and program management includes co-founding Canoo and serving as Chief Technology Officer. His contributions to the development of electric platforms and vehicles for commercial use, including projects for the US Department of Defense and NASA, are highly regarded. At Tesla, he played a key role in the development of the Model S and Model X.
“I’m excited to join EKA Mobility at such a critical time in the EV industry,” said Merchant. “I look forward to working with the team to develop impactful EV solutions that can drive the future of transportation.”
Dr. Sudhir Mehta, Founder and Chairman of EKA Mobility, expressed enthusiasm about the appointment: “Sohel’s global experience will strengthen our leadership team and help accelerate our goal of delivering sustainable transportation solutions.”
EKA Mobility, a division of Pinnacle Mobility Solutions Pvt. Ltd., is focused on delivering green mobility solutions in India. The company designs and manufactures electric buses and commercial vehicles, with an emphasis on affordability, durability, and compatibility with Indian infrastructure. EKA’s electric vehicle initiatives align with government initiatives like FAME (Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of Hybrid and Electric Vehicles), supporting the adoption of EVs in both public and private sectors.
