The former CEO of electric car manufacturer Polestar UK has joined The EV Network, a leading provider of electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure solutions.
Jonathan Goodman has nearly 40 years of expertise in the automotive industry, having previously worked as vice president at Volvo and Stellantis, and director general of Peugeot UK.
He now joins The EV Network as non-executive director as the organisation scales its EV infrastructure projects across the UK.
Reza Shaybani, CEO and co-founder of The EV Network, said: “We are thrilled to welcome Jonathan to our board of directors.
“Jonathan’s profound knowledge of the automotive industry, coupled with his leadership in promoting electric vehicles, aligns perfectly with our vision at The EV Network.
“His strategic insights and industry experience will be invaluable as we continue to expand our EV infrastructure and accelerate the transition to sustainable transportation.”
Speaking about his new role Jonathan Goodman said: “I am honoured to join The EV Network at such a pivotal time in the EV industry.
“The company’s commitment to developing innovative and accessible EV infrastructure is crucial for the future of sustainable transportation.
“I look forward to working with the board and the management team to support the company’s growth and drive the adoption of electric vehicles.”
This appointment follows successful projects including one of the largest charging hubs in Europe at NEC Birmingham, with 30 Ultra-fast charging points to service the daily requirements of the motorway network, NEC visitors and the nearby Birmingham airport.
With the target of 80 per cent of vehicles on the road being electric by 2030 in the UK, scalable and effective charging infrastructure is a key component in delivering this transition.
The EV Network was founded to address the challenges faced by both charge point operators (CPOs) and landlords in rolling out a network of rapid and ultra-fast EV charging stations in the UK.
The EV Network’s ‘infrastructure as a service’ model, buying and leasing land directly from landlords to build EV infrastructure is unique in the sector. This allows CPOs and landlords to offer EV charging to the consumer whilst managing their own capital.
Earlier this year The EV Network partnered with Tim Hortons, Canada’s number one fast food operator and one of the largest quick-service drive-thru chains in the UK, installing electric charging infrastructure across a wide range of the chain’s locations throughout the UK.