Franz von Holzhausen is Tesla’s Chief Designer, leading the company’s vehicle-design direction since 2008. He previously served as director of design at Mazda North America and held design roles at General Motors and Volkswagen.
Franz von Holzhausen is Tesla’s Chief Designer, leading the company’s vehicle-design direction since 2008. He previously served as director of design at Mazda North America and held design roles at General Motors and Volkswagen.
Career
Chief Designer at Tesla from 2008-08 to PresentLeads Tesla's vehicle design organization and design direction.
Design Manager at General Motors Company until PresentWorked on concept and production design for vehicles including the Pontiac Solstice and Saturn Sky.
Director of Design at Mazda North American Operations until 2008Led concept and production vehicle design, including the Nagare and Furai concepts.