Audi Engine Development Chief Stefan Knirsch is leaving the company, according to a statement made today.
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Knirsch, who has led the company’s powertrain development since 2013, made the decision to leave Audi under his own directive. Prior to joining Audi, he was an executive with Porsche. Knirsch’s departure comes at a difficult time, as Audi is now giving more attention to electric cars and self-driving vehicle technology. The company is also trying to fend off rival Mercedes-Benz, who has been closing the sales gap between the two German auto manufacturers.
Audi’s engine chief quits, adding pressure amid rising competition from Mercedes
Audi’s engine development chief, Stefan Knirsch, is leaving the company just as the brand is pushing into electric cars and faces growing competition from rival Mercedes-Benz …
