EAVX Appoints Jacob Larimore as Chief Operating Officer

ANN ARBOR, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--EAVX, a business unit of J.B. Poindexter & Co. (JBPCO), announces that Jacob Larimore has been appointed Chief Operating Officer (COO), overseeing all operations and leading the company’s continued focus on innovation in advanced vehicle solutions.

Jacob has been with EAVX for nearly four years, playing a pivotal role in shaping the division’s strategic direction and advancing next-generation mobility solutions. With a strong background in engineering, innovation, and product strategy, Jacob has led key initiatives that drive the company’s commitment to integrating cutting-edge technology into commercial vehicles.

Prior to joining EAVX, Jacob held roles at Caterpillar, NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, and Robert Bosch – North America. At Bosch, he served as Customer Chief Engineer of Powertrain, where he was responsible for the technical strategy of one of the world’s largest automotive accounts. Jacob holds a B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, specializing in controls and mechatronic systems.

“Jacob’s leadership has been key to building EAVX over the past four years, and we are confident his vision will push the company into its next phase of growth and innovation,” said John Poindexter, CEO and Chairman of J.B. Poindexter. “As COO, he’ll keep driving EAVX’s efforts to enhance our business units' innovation capabilities and advanced vehicle technology for our customers.”

EAVX remains committed to engineering the future of commercial transportation, leveraging its deep technical expertise, strong industry partnerships, and forward-thinking approach to deliver next-generation solutions.

About EAVX

EAVX delivers advanced vehicle technology, services and solutions through design and engineering talent with deep automotive experience and proven thought leadership—all backed by the powerful resources and legacy of J.B. Poindexter & Co., the largest manufacturer of commercial work trucks in North America. Our expertise combined with our collaborative approach provides sustainable, efficient and profitable solutions for our customers that will drive the next generation of commercial transportation, mobility and technology.