Ian Entwistle

Ian Entwistle is a seasoned automotive engineering professional with extensive experience in research and development, particularly in electric drive systems and hybrid technology. Currently serving as a Research and Development Specialist at YASA since January 2022, Ian has previously held key roles at Group Lotus and Jaguar Land Rover, where responsibilities included leading cross-functional teams, managing high voltage hybrid powertrain testing, and integrating electronic drive units while ensuring compliance with legislation. Prior experience includes significant contributions at Saic Motor Co., Ltd., focused on global powertrain platform development, and at JATCO Ltd, specializing in automatic transmission investigations. Ian's expertise encompasses system design, testing, and validation, making a substantial impact across various projects in the automotive sector.