VW's design chief replaced over design differences with CEO

Jozef Kaban has been a part of the VW Group since 1999 and has worked for brands like Audi, Bugatti & Skoda.

According to reports, Jozef Kaban, Volkswagen's chief designer will soon be replaced by Andreas Mindt who is currently Bentley's design head.

Reports stated that Andreas Mindt will take over the new role from Kaban from February 1st, 2023, while Kaban will be given a new post within the VW Group. The reason for the change in position is said to be because of some design differences between Kaban and Volkswagen CEO, Thomas Schaefer.

As per sources, Kaban was asked to change the retro-styling of the ID.Life Concept (unveiled at the 2021 IAA Munich Auto Show) to have a more modern look, as the concept was supposed to preview the brand's entry-level ID electric car in 2025. Kaban was also asked by Schaefer to rework the styling of Volkswagen's Trinity flagship EV from a sedan to a crossover.

With Andreas Mindt now taking over as Volkswagen design head, his position at Bentley will go to Tobias Suehlmann who currently heads the exterior design team of the luxury brand.

Jozef Kaban has been a part of the VW Group since 1999 and has worked for brands like Audi, Bugatti & Skoda.

Source: Automobilwoche