Prateek Thalya

Prateek Thalya is a seasoned professional in the automotive industry, currently serving as a Senior HMI Engineer for AD/ADAS functions at Volvo Cars since May 2024. Prior to this role, Prateek held positions as a Research Project Lead at Magna International and Veoneer, focusing on innovative projects related to advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), vulnerable road users, and automotive sensor development. Prateek began the career as a Traffic Safety Research Engineer at Autoliv and as a Research Assistant at the SAFER Vehicle and Traffic Safety Centre at Chalmers, where contributions emphasized accident data analysis and driver interactions. Academic credentials include a Doctor of Philosophy in Accident Prevention and a Master of Science in Automotive Engineering from Chalmers University of Technology, as well as a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from B.M.S. College of Engineering.