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vehicle offerings are higher than ever – when balancing innovation with cost-efficiency is paramount for OEMs .
“ That ’ s where Dow MobilityScience comes in : to help achieve that balance and provide innovative solutions that make vehicles safer , longer-lasting , more connected , efficient , and profitable for manufacturers .”
McKeen leads innovative solutions for Electric Vehicles McKeen was led to the industry due to his interest in scientific and engineering principles and wanting to deliver things that society cares about : better infrastructure and non-fossil-fuel-based energy .
He gained BSc degrees in Chemical and Electrical Engineering , and an MSc in Electrical Engineering , before completing his PhD in Chemical
Engineering , when he joined Dow ’ s Research Assignments Programme .
“ In my first remit in Dow Solar , and then the automotive space , I gained huge appreciation for how industrial technological and materials innovation can improve product performance , while also enhancing manufacturing efficiencies and sustainability ,” he said . “ This hugely motivates me in my work , particularly with the e-mobility transition and desire to be better stewards of our natural resources and planet .”
McKeen is dedicated to the sustainable optimisation of the production process for vehicles , as well as the whole vehicle lifecycle . Mobility product strategies , technological advancement and legislation are heavily influenced by emissions reduction .
“ This significant challenge requires an equally broad approach to finding solutions , which means enhancing the sustainability of the entire vehicle development process – from design and production , to usage and end-of-life . We work with OEMs and tiersuppliers to provide sustainable materials solutions for vehicles , while introducing more sustainable and innovative processes throughout the supply chain .”
Applied together , manufacturers can enhance performance and efficiency , while achieving sustainability targets and reducing environmental impact .
Besides this , McKeen has new solutions for EV design . Given consumers ’ expectations and the competitiveness of the industry , Dow is focused on helping OEMs produce safe , reliable , efficient vehicles from entry-level through luxuryperformance segments .
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