HAZELWOOD, MO--May 22, 2012: Emerald Automotive (Emerald), the low-emissions, extended-range electric commercial van company, announced today the appointment of Jim McKelvey to its board of directors.
“He brings an incredible amount of experience and talent for building fast-growing companies with disruptive technologies that define and dominate new markets. We look forward to applying Jim's talents as we head toward Emerald's initial production of the t-001.”
"We are absolutely delighted to have Jim join our Board," said Emerald CEO Andy Tempest. "He brings an incredible amount of experience and talent for building fast-growing companies with disruptive technologies that define and dominate new markets. We look forward to applying Jim's talents as we head toward Emerald's initial production of the t-001."
Emerald Automotive will bring to market an all-new lightweight, extended-range electric delivery vehicle, the t-001, which can achieve more than 100 miles per gallon and has a range of 475 miles per fueling. McKelvey will serve as a non-executive board member, joining the veteran Emerald Automotive management team and its deep experience in bringing low-volume vehicles to market.
McKelvey, a St. Louis native and Washington University graduate, is a serial entrepreneur who has founded several thriving businesses, including Square Inc., Mira Digital Publishing (online professional and self-publishing services) and Third Degree Glass Factory (community-driven glass production and education).
"I'm thrilled to be part of a manufacturing project that will bring true innovation to transportation. Andy and his team at Emerald are a great addition to the state, and their van is a great addition to the world," McKelvey said. "Not only will the t-001 vastly reduce emissions and result in substantial cost savings for customers, the vehicles will maintain conventional payload and range while reducing operational cost. Emerald's management has recognized a clear, market-driven opportunity and designed the perfect solution. I am proud to become a part of Emerald team and to help bring this needed product to an eager customer base."
About Emerald Automotive
Emerald was founded in 2011 by a team of leading automotive industry professionals focused on low-volume vehicle manufacturing. The company has developed the t-001, an all-new lightweight, zero/low-emissions, extended-range electric vehicle to serve the medium-size global commercial fleet market that will drastically reduce operational costs compared to current market offerings.