Rick Winick , Honeywell ’ s VP and General Manager of Automotive Refrigerants , wants to reduce ‘ range anxiety ’ and get more electric vehicles on the road
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Rick Winick , Honeywell ’ s VP and General Manager of Automotive Refrigerants , wants to reduce ‘ range anxiety ’ and get more electric vehicles on the road
WRITTEN BY : HELEN ADAMS
Founded in 1906 , Honeywell International Inc . is a Fortune 100 company headquartered in Charlotte , North Carolina , which focuses on aerospace , performance materials and a range of technologies . Well known for its thermostatic heating control , the company now hopes to do its part in cooling the planet down with efficient electric vehicles ( EVs ).
Rick Winick , Honeywell ’ s VP and General Manager of Automotive Refrigerants , caught up with Manufacturing Digital to tell us more . ell ’ s
From chemical manufacturing to Automotive Refrigerants at Honeywell Winick has had a long career in the chemical manufacturing industry , with roles in research and development , business management , marketing and sales . He now serves as Vice President and General Manager of Automotive Refrigerants at Honeywell .
One attitude that ’ s changed since Winick held this position is the attitude towards electric vehicles .
“ Attitudes toward electric vehicles have changed considerably over the last several years ,” said Winick . “ Consumer adoption of light EVs has accelerated significantly in just the last three to four years in Europe , China and the United States . EV technology has also seen major advancements allowing more carmakers to enter the EV market with new models offering different designs , longer ranges and lower manufacturer ' s suggested retail prices ( MSRPs ). Automakers are regularly announcing aggressive plans to expand EV options over the next five to ten years , and continue to drive enhancements in battery technology and driving range .”
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