Rita Forst

Rita spent more than 35 years at the Opel European division of General Motors in senior engineering, product development and management positions, including as Vice President, Engineering for General Motors Europe. She was also a member of Opel's management board from 2010 to 2012. Rita was responsible for the development of new generations of engines and car models for Opel and General Motors as well as European research and development activities.

Rita has a deep understanding of the automotive and powertrain sectors, having had a long and successful career at General Motors. She brings extensive knowledge in the field of research and development of both conventional and alternative powertrains to the board, as well as future vehicle technologies.

Member of the Advisory Board of Westport Fuel Systems Inc, Non-Executive Director of AerCap Holdings N.V., Member of the Supervisory Board of Norma Group SE, and Member of the Supervisory Board of ElringKlinger AG.