DAF Trucks has appointed Louis Jones as the new EV & Connected Services Director. In this role, Jones will lead the development of DAF’s electric vehicle (EV) programme, overseeing sales, aftersales, the dealer network’s EV strategy, and the rollout of charging infrastructure. He will also manage PACCAR Connect, DAF’s connected services offering, now standard on all New Generation DAF vehicles.
Jones brings significant experience from his previous roles at Scania and Mercedes-Benz. At Scania, he focused on preparing the dealer network for EV products and developing the company’s charging solutions. His work there included key industry initiatives like ZEHID. Prior to Scania, Jones worked in various roles at Mercedes-Benz, including positions in financial services, fleet management, and electric mobility projects.
Jones will join an expanding EV department at DAF Trucks, collaborating closely with Adam Bennett, EV & Sustainability Manager, and Amy Carter, EV Operations Manager. The team reports to Gareth Halliwell, DAF Trucks’ Business Planning Director.
“It is such an exciting time for the industry and I am thrilled at the opportunity to join the market leader and its fantastic range of zero-emissions products. I’m already up-to-speed with the DAF product range, especially after a trip to Eindhoven in my first week,” he said.
Jones added that he is especially excited to be ”engaging with the biggest and best dealer network in the business”.
”PACCAR Connect too, represents the future of fleet operations and a unique opportunity for customers to benefit from some tangible efficiencies. I’m delighted to be given the chance to develop the DAF capability in this space,” said Jones.
DAF Trucks Business Planning Director, Gareth Halliwell, commented: “We are absolutely delighted to have secured the services of such a high calibre individual in Louis, illustrating our ambition to be market leader for zero-emissions vehicles in the UK. Louis has a fantastic grasp of the commercial EV sector, boasting an extensive knowledge base and proven track record. This will be vital,” he added, “as we work in partnership with our dealer network to develop and drive forward our EV offering for operators.”
