What advice would you give to a person considering a career in the auto industry? If you want to be successful you need to have a passion for continuous learning. The market is evolving rapidly so you have to adapt to the new technology and tools. What job do you really want to have in the future? I am open to new challenges as long as they contribute to my personal development and help the company development further. There also has to be an acceptable work-life balance. What do you do to relax? I like to spend time doing things that my son is passionate about, such as golfing together. It's really great. What is your pet peeve? I dislike people who are reluctant to evolve and who don't accept change. They miss out on the opportunities and improvements that innovation brings. What was your first car? A Peugeot 206 that I got when I was 18. I still remember it fondly. Current car? A diesel BMW 5 series. If you were a car, which one would you be? A BMW 5-series diesel because it offers performance and speed when you need it while still having plenty of room for my loved ones or my team. 2019 15