Toby Bates

Toby Bates is a seasoned professional in the automotive industry with extensive experience in technical programme management and engineering roles. Currently serving as a Senior Technical Programme Manager for Chassis Electronics at Lucid Motors since April 2022, Toby previously held key positions at Aston Martin Lagonda Ltd, overseeing media vehicles and operations while leading vehicle attributes engineering. Toby's journey includes a significant role as Programme Leader for Powertrain at Jaguar Land Rover, managing large-scale engine development projects, and earlier experience in electric power steering solutions, contributing to premium brand standards. Toby holds a Master of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Nottingham and participated in a graduate training program at Jaguar Land Rover, demonstrating a strong foundation in automotive engineering and cross-functional collaboration.