S1E19: Taiwan-based EV Open Platform MIH Consortium Attracts More Than 2.5K Members Globally In 2 Years

Startup Island TAIWAN Podcast

2023-03-1000:31:46

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EV technology has progressed significantly in recent years, with the rise of awareness of climate change, air pollution, and the depletion of fossil fuels. Governments and consumers around the globe are increasingly demanding cleaner and more sustainable transportation options. Automakers are investing heavily in research and development to improve battery technology, increase the range of EVs, and reduce production costs. Tech companies are also getting involved in the EV space, such as with the development of autonomous driving technology and the creation of charging infrastructure.

MIH is a Taiwan-based open EV platform that aims to provide a comprehensive and customizable EV solution for automakers, with a focus on modularization and standardisation. The MIH platform includes hardware and software components such as electric motors, battery packs, and vehicle control systems that can be adapted to various vehicle types and specifications. The open nature of the platform also allows for collaboration and innovation among different players in the EV ecosystem.

In this episode we are very honoured to invite Jack Cheng, Chief Executive Officer at MIH Consortium, to the show! Jack has over four decades of experience in the automotive industry, having held various leadership roles in companies such as Ford, Mazda, and Fiat. He was appointed as Chief Executive Officer of MIH Consortium in 2020, and has been instrumental in driving the development and deployment of the MIH platform. Jack is known for his expertise in automotive engineering, product development, and strategic planning, and is a key player in the growing EV ecosystem.

In this episode of Startup Island Taiwan Podcast, you will find out:
☛ Jack’s EV journey all started with a call from Beijing in 2014
☛ The efficiency of having a global team: work 24/7 in 3 time zones
☛ Phone manufacturer to do car is like mumbo jumbo
☛ Jack’s insights on innovation and the future of electric vehicles
☛ Taiwan’s opportunity with the upcoming EV market

Host: Asianometry, Deep tech channel with 459k followers, still growing
Guest: Jack Cheng, Chief Executive Officer at MIH Consortium

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