Priyankar Balekai

Priyankar Balekai has extensive experience in the automotive industry, specializing in electric trucks and product development. Priyankar is currently serving as the Vice President of Electric Trucks at GreenPower Motor Company Inc. since December 2021. Prior to this role, they were the Director of Trucks at the same company from August 2020 to November 2021.

Before joining GreenPower Motor Company, Priyankar worked as a Principal Consultant at PBKS CONSULTING starting from July 2019.

From April 2017 to July 2019, Priyankar served as the Chief Product Officer at Xos Trucks, where they were responsible for product strategy, development, and supplier management. Priyankar collaborated with clients, designed product platforms, and ensured integration solutions.

Before Xos Trucks, Priyankar worked at BYD Motors as the Director of E-Truck Development from June 2015 to April 2017. In this role, they focused on developing all-electric truck designs based on customer requirements and regulatory standards.

From November 2013 to May 2015, Priyankar worked at Navistar Inc as a Technical Specialist in Product Planning and Strategy. Priyankar developed global powertrain and vehicle strategies, analyzed market needs, and recommended collaborations with suitable partners. Priyankar also served as the Director of Commercial Operations for Maxxforce Engines at Navistar Inc from November 2010 to November 2013, where they managed P&L, business development, and achieved significant revenue growth.

Earlier in their career, Priyankar worked at International Truck and Engine from April 2005 to November 2010. Priyankar served as the Chief Engineer of the V Engine Group, overseeing the successful launch of the 2010 emission V8 engine platform and leading negotiations with suppliers to minimize development time and costs.

Overall, Priyankar Balekai has a strong background in electric trucks, product development, and strategic planning in the automotive industry.

Priyankar Balekai earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Mechanical Engineering from the Illinois Institute of Technology from 1995 to 1997. Additionally, Priyankar obtained an Associate of Science (A.S.) degree in Engineering from the College of DuPage.