Joerg Miska is the CEO of YASA, a Mercedes-Benz subsidiary specializing in next-generation axial-flux electric motors. With over two decades in the automotive industry, including key leadership roles at Mercedes-AMG, he has a strong background in developing innovative, high-performance electric powertrain solutions. He is a Diplom-Ingenieur from Technische Universität Darmstadt.
His career reflects a deep passion for automotive innovation, transitioning from performance combustion engines at Mercedes-AMG to leading a pioneering EV technology company. His focus on high-performance electric vehicles is evident in his career choices and his professional interest in brands like Tesla and Aston Martin.
Under his leadership, YASA recently set a new benchmark with a motor prototype achieving a power density of 59kW/kg.
Joerg Miska
CEO at YASA
United Kingdom
Overview
Topics They Care About
Axial-Flux Technology
As CEO of YASA, he champions this motor technology, highlighting its superior power density and efficiency compared to traditional radial-flux motors in multiple public statements.
High-Performance EVs
His career has progressed from Mercedes-AMG to leading YASA, whose motors are used in performance vehicles. He also has a stated interest in Aston Martin and Tesla.
Scaling Innovation
He frequently discusses taking brilliant technology from a university spin-out to volume manufacturing, recently celebrating the production milestone of 50, 000 YASA motors.
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Work History
4-2025
CEO at YASA
10-2018 - 5-2025
Senior Manager at Daimler AG
4-2009 - 9-2018
Leiter Entwicklung Karosserie/Aufbau at Mercedes-AMG GmbH
Education
1992 - 1999
Diplom-Ingenieur from Technische Universität Darmstadt
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Location : United Kingdom
Job Level : Leadership
Designation : CEO at YASA
