EVwire Brief: Jason Gies, formerly Head of Operations for North America at Windrose, is now joining Tesla on the Business Development team for the Semi program.
Context:
Jason is an EV fleet industry heavyweight with a past at Hendrickson , AxleTech, Navistar Inc, and ABB E-mobility — in the latter, he was the VP of Global OEMs and North American Fleet Solutions. Jason is also a Board Member of Clean Fuels Michigan.
Here is how he announced the move:
Closing one chapter, leveling up the next.
This past year at Windrose Technology pushed me in ways I didn’t expect. I saw the highs of building something new and the frustration when execution didn’t match the goals. Those lessons stay with you.
To the U.S. team and the partners who stayed committed through the ups and downs, thank you. I’m proud of the work we tried to drive together and grateful for the relationships that came out of it.
Today, I start a new chapter with Tesla on the Business Development team for the Semi program. This role brings together everything I’ve done at Hendrickson , AxleTech, Navistar Inc, and ABB E-mobility. Real certified trucks running with customers. A new production plant nearing completion. MCS charging validation moving fast. Tesla is delivering, and I’m ready to contribute.
Electrifying freight isn’t a concept anymore. It’s happening. Let’s get to work.
Source: the post on LinkedIn
His new header now reflect Tesla Semi
Here’s what Jason has written about what he accomplished at Windrose, which started deliveries of its Class 8 electric truck in the US, and is also starting in Canada and Mexico in early 2026:
Built the North America structure during market entry. Led operations, supply chain, Human Resources, purchasing, and vehicle readiness. Directed charging integration, interoperability, and testing. Supported demos and customer evaluations. Set up tools, processes, and partners for early growth.
Photo by Windrose Founder & CEO, Wen Han
Just two weeks ago, as Jason no doubt knew he is switching positions soon, he posted something about his then-competitor, Tesla (which, granted, Windrose CEO is usually referring to more as a friend than foe), on LinkedIn:
