Lucid Motors Loses Chief Engineer After a Decade With the Company
Lucid Motors is facing another major leadership shakeup as E...
Lucid Motors is facing another major leadership shakeup as Eric Bach, the company’s chief engineer and senior vice president of product, has announced his departure after more than ten years with the electric vehicle maker. Bach’s exit marks the latest in a string of high-profile executive departures at Lucid, raising questions about the company’s stability as it enters a pivotal phase in its growth.
Bach, who joined Lucid in 2015, played a central role in sha...
Bach, who joined Lucid in 2015, played a central role in shaping the company’s engineering and product development strategies. Before Lucid, he served as Tesla’s Director of Engineering, where he worked closely with Peter Rawlinson, Lucid’s former CEO and CTO. Bach’s background also includes a decade-long tenure at Volkswagen, where he held several engineering leadership roles. His experience helped Lucid transition from a startup to a recognized player in the luxury EV market.
In a statement, Lucid confirmed Bach’s departure but did not...
In a statement, Lucid confirmed Bach’s departure but did not provide specific reasons for his exit. The company also announced that Jeri Ford, vice president of quality, is retiring. She will be succeeded by Marnie Levergood, who is joining Lucid from Scout Motors.
At the same time, Emad Dlala, Lucid’s senior vice president...
At the same time, Emad Dlala, Lucid’s senior vice president of powertrain, is being promoted to oversee all of “Engineering and Digital.” Dlala, who has been with Lucid since 2015, was previously promoted earlier this year and is now tasked with leading the company’s engineering efforts during a period of significant transition.
The leadership changes come at a critical juncture for Lucid...
The leadership changes come at a critical juncture for Lucid. The company is nine months into operating without a permanent CEO, following the sudden resignation of Peter Rawlinson in February 2025. Rawlinson, who had led Lucid since its inception, stepped down after the successful launch of the Gravity, the company’s long-awaited luxury SUV. Marc Winterhoff, the former chief operating officer, has been serving as interim CEO since then.
Lucid’s executive turnover has accelerated in recent months....
Lucid’s executive turnover has accelerated in recent months. In addition to Bach and Ford, the company has lost its head of investor relations, senior vice president of operations, managing director for Europe, and vice presidents of software quality and marketing. These departures have sparked concern among investors and customers, with some speculating about the underlying reasons for the exodus.
Despite the leadership turmoil, Lucid is pushing forward wit...
Despite the leadership turmoil, Lucid is pushing forward with ambitious plans. The company recently announced it aims to more than double its vehicle production to 20,000 units in 2025, up from 9,029 vehicles produced in 2024. The Gravity SUV is expected to play a key role in this growth, with Lucid hoping it will outperform the Air sedan, which has struggled to gain traction in the market.
Lucid is also developing a mid-sized vehicle set to launch i...
Lucid is also developing a mid-sized vehicle set to launch in 2026, with a target price closer to $50,000. However, the company may need to raise additional capital to bring this project to fruition.
Analysts say the loss of Bach and other top executives could...
Analysts say the loss of Bach and other top executives could impact Lucid’s ability to execute on its product roadmap and maintain its reputation for engineering excellence. “Eric Bach was a cornerstone of Lucid’s engineering team,” said one industry observer. “His departure, along with others, signals a period of uncertainty for the company.”
Lucid has not commented on whether it is actively searching...
Lucid has not commented on whether it is actively searching for a new chief engineer or how it plans to address the broader leadership vacuum. For now, the company’s focus remains on ramping up production and delivering on its promise of innovative, luxury electric vehicles.
As Lucid navigates this challenging period, all eyes will be...
As Lucid navigates this challenging period, all eyes will be on how it manages its engineering and leadership transitions—and whether it can maintain momentum in an increasingly competitive EV market.
🔄 Updated: 11/5/2025, 9:40:19 PM
Lucid Motors' chief engineer Eric Bach is stepping down after more than a decade, marking a significant leadership shift as the company faces mounting international scrutiny over its executive turnover. Bach, who previously held senior roles at Tesla and Volkswagen, departs amid a wave of high-level exits, with analysts in Europe and Asia noting growing concerns about Lucid’s ability to scale globally—especially as it prepares to ramp up production of its Gravity SUV and target markets in China and the Middle East. "This level of instability at the top could impact investor confidence and delay Lucid’s international expansion plans," said auto analyst Julia Huang in a statement to Reuters.
🔄 Updated: 11/5/2025, 9:50:19 PM
Lucid Motors’ departure of chief engineer Eric Bach after a decade has raised concerns globally, given his pivotal role in engineering innovation during a critical phase as the company pushes its new Gravity SUV and plans a $50,000 mid-sized EV for 2026. Industry experts in Europe and Asia, key markets for Lucid's international expansion, view Bach’s exit amid ongoing leadership upheavals as a challenge for Lucid's ability to compete in the rapidly evolving luxury EV space, especially with the company’s recent executive departures and the interim CEO status signaling potential strategic uncertainties[1]. This leadership void has prompted investors worldwide to closely watch Lucid's next steps as it seeks to scale production beyond 20,000 vehicles in 2025 amidst risin
🔄 Updated: 11/5/2025, 10:00:40 PM
Lucid Motors' chief engineer Eric Bach is departing after more than 10 years, marking another high-level exit amid ongoing leadership instability, according to TechCrunch. Industry analysts warn this could disrupt product development, with one insider telling CNBC, “Losing someone with Bach’s deep engineering pedigree at a time when Lucid is scaling up Gravity SUV production is a significant risk.” The move follows a string of executive departures, including the recent retirement of VP of Quality Jeri Ford, fueling investor concerns about the company’s ability to execute its ambitious 2025 production target of 20,000 vehicles.
🔄 Updated: 11/5/2025, 10:10:41 PM
Lucid Motors is losing its chief engineer, Eric Bach, after more than ten years, a departure that comes as the company prepares to ramp up production of its Gravity SUV and a mid-sized vehicle targeting a $50,000 price point. Bach, who previously led engineering at Tesla and Volkswagen, played a central role in developing Lucid’s proprietary powertrain and battery technology—systems that deliver up to 520 miles of range on the Air sedan and 450 miles on the Gravity SUV. His exit, alongside the retirement of VP of Quality Jeri Ford, raises concerns about continuity in technical leadership as Lucid aims to double annual production to 20,000 units in 2025 while
🔄 Updated: 11/5/2025, 10:20:36 PM
Lucid Motors faces intensified leadership challenges as chief engineer Eric Bach, who contributed to the company for over a decade and formerly worked as Tesla’s Director of Engineering, has departed amid ongoing executive turnover and production pressures[1]. Industry experts warn that losing Bach at a critical growth phase risks eroding institutional knowledge precisely when Lucid seeks to ramp production of its Gravity SUV to meet ambitious goals, especially after nearly nine months without a permanent CEO[1]. Analysts also highlight that alongside Bach’s exit, the retirement of VP of Quality Jeri Ford further compounds engineering leadership voids, which could delay meeting the 2025 target of doubling vehicle output to 20,000 units[1][2].
🔄 Updated: 11/5/2025, 10:30:35 PM
Lucid Motors has lost Chief Engineer Eric Bach after more than a decade, deepening leadership instability amid intense competition in the EV market. Bach's departure, alongside the retirement of VP of Quality Jeri Ford, comes as Lucid aims to ramp up production to 20,000 vehicles in 2025, more than doubling 2024 outputs, but these executive exits may impact the company’s ability to compete effectively against established rivals like Tesla[1][2][3]. Bach’s prior experience with Tesla and role as Senior VP of Product were critical, making his exit a significant blow to Lucid’s institutional knowledge during this pivotal growth phase[1][3].
🔄 Updated: 11/5/2025, 10:40:35 PM
Lucid Motors lost its chief engineer Eric Bach after more than a decade, deepening a leadership crisis amid ongoing executive departures. Following the announcement, Lucid's stock continued to face pressure, aligning with a longer trend of decline where shares have plunged approximately 86% from $19 to around $2.5 over the past three years due to missed sales targets and leadership instability[1][5]. Market sentiment remains cautious as investors react to the loss of key technical leadership during a critical production ramp-up phase.
🔄 Updated: 11/5/2025, 10:50:35 PM
Lucid Motors faced mixed public reaction after chief engineer Eric Bach left the company following a decade-long tenure. Some consumers and potential buyers expressed concern over the rapid executive departures, with a Lucid owner on a forum stating the high turnover "gives me pause" about upcoming purchases, reflecting unease about the company’s stability[9]. However, others remain cautiously optimistic, noting the recent promotion of Senior Vice President of Powertrain Emad Dlala to oversee engineering as a sign Lucid is trying to maintain continuity[3].
🔄 Updated: 11/5/2025, 11:00:39 PM
Lucid Motors' departure of chief engineer Eric Bach, who spent over a decade shaping the company’s engineering direction, has sparked concern among industry analysts. "Losing someone with Bach’s institutional knowledge at this stage is a major setback," said EV analyst Sam Abuelsamid, noting that Lucid is now operating without a permanent CEO and has seen multiple executive exits in the past year. "This leadership vacuum comes just as Lucid aims to ramp up production of the Gravity SUV, making it harder to meet ambitious 2025 targets," he added.
🔄 Updated: 11/5/2025, 11:10:35 PM
Lucid Motors’ chief engineer Eric Bach, who oversaw product development at the company since 2015 and served as Senior Vice President of Product, abruptly exited the company this week, compounding leadership turmoil as Lucid remains without a permanent CEO for nearly nine months[1]. There is currently no direct regulatory or government response to Bach’s departure, but industry analysts warn that the loss of such a key technical leader—especially as Lucid approaches critical production milestones—could complicate the company’s ability to meet federal and state regulatory benchmarks for new vehicle launches in the U.S. and Saudi Arabia, where it has significant government-backed manufacturing commitments[1]. Lucid has not disclosed any official engagement with regulators regarding the executive turnover, but insiders note
🔄 Updated: 11/5/2025, 11:20:35 PM
Lucid Motors' departure of chief engineer Eric Bach, who spent over a decade shaping the company’s core technology, signals deeper instability, with industry analysts warning that losing such institutional knowledge could delay critical production ramp-ups for the Gravity SUV. “When a company loses its chief engineer after ten years, especially during a CEO transition, it’s a red flag for execution risk,” said EV analyst Sam Abuelsamid of Guidehouse Insights, noting Lucid’s stock has plunged 86% since 2021 amid missed targets and executive turnover. “This isn’t just a personnel change—it’s a potential setback for their entire product roadmap.”
🔄 Updated: 11/5/2025, 11:30:36 PM
Consumer and public reaction to Lucid Motors losing chief engineer Eric Bach after a decade has been marked by concern and skepticism. On owner forums, potential customers expressed unease, with one user noting the "abnormal number of Lucid executives" leaving recently, which "gives me pause" about the company's stability[7]. Investors also reacted negatively with shares hitting lows near $1.93 recently, reflecting growing doubts about Lucid’s ability to meet ambitious production targets amid ongoing leadership turmoil[4][5].
🔄 Updated: 11/5/2025, 11:40:37 PM
Lucid Motors' announcement of chief engineer Eric Bach’s departure after a decade triggered negative market reactions, deepening investor concerns amid ongoing executive exits. Following the news, Lucid’s stock price saw increased volatility as investors weighed the impact on the company’s ability to meet production targets for its new Gravity SUV, with some reports indicating a notable dip shortly after the announcement[1][3]. Analysts and shareholders have expressed apprehension about leadership instability affecting Lucid’s competitive position in the EV market.
🔄 Updated: 11/5/2025, 11:50:42 PM
Lucid Motors’ shares fell sharply by 8.33% to $2.53 on December 18, 2024, following the unexpected departure of Chief Engineer Eric Bach—a 10-year veteran key to the company’s technology and product development—amid a broader leadership exodus[8]. Market analysts cited the loss of “significant institutional knowledge at a critical juncture” as investors grow increasingly concerned about Lucid’s ability to hit ambitious production targets without its top engineering leadership[1]. No direct executive quote addressed the stock drop, but one industry observer noted, “The timing couldn’t be worse for Lucid,” as the company also faces the retirement of its VP of Quality, further destabilizing its engineering team ahead
🔄 Updated: 11/6/2025, 12:01:06 AM
Lucid Motors faces intensified global scrutiny after chief engineer Eric Bach, a decade-long veteran, departed amid a deepening leadership crisis and ongoing struggles to meet production targets. International observers highlight concerns over Lucid's ability to compete globally in the EV market, especially as Bach's exit coincides with the company preparing to scale production of its Gravity SUV from just over 9,000 vehicles in 2024 to a 20,000-unit target in 2025. Analysts warn that losing such key technical leadership could hamper Lucid's innovation and supply chain stability at a critical growth phase[1][2].