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Volkswagen Group Of America Appoints Antony Klapper As New General Counsel
Volkswagen Group of America (VWGoA) has appointed Tony Klapper as General Counsel. Reporting directly to Pablo Di Si, President and CEO of VWGoA, Klapper will lead the company's legal team across its brands. He will oversee all legal functions including corporate, intellectual property, product liability, regulatory affairs, privacy, cybersecurity, sales, and marketing.
Klapper joined Volkswagen Group of America seven years ago and most recently served as Deputy General Counsel for Product Liability and Regulatory Affairs. He brings extensive automotive experience defending company interests, especially in new technology and government regulations.
Before joining Volkswagen, Klapper was the Managing Director of a trial consulting company. He also practiced law as a litigator and trial attorney for over 20 years at two global law firms. At those firms, he represented major domestic and international auto manufacturers in litigation and regulatory matters.
Klapper holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of Virginia and an MPA from Princeton University. He obtained his Juris Doctor from the University of Pennsylvania Law School, where he served as an Executive Editor of the Law Review.
Volkswagen Group of America is a wholly owned subsidiary of Volkswagen AG. It houses the U.S. operations of distinguished brands like Audi, Bentley, Lamborghini, and Volkswagen. VWGoA is also the sole importer and distributor of Bugatti and Rimac vehicles in the U.S.
The company operates a state-of-the-art assembly facility in Chattanooga, Tennessee. This facility produces Volkswagen brand vehicles including the Atlas, Atlas Cross Sport, and the ID.4.
Subsidiaries and Operations
VW Credit Inc., doing business as "Volkswagen Financial Services," provides financial services and innovative mobility solutions. Electrify America is building a publicly accessible nationwide electric vehicle charging network. VWGoA’s autonomous vehicle technology subsidiary ADMT LLC tests AV technology.
VWGoA’s headquarters are in Reston, Virginia. The company employs approximately 10,000 people in the United States and sells its vehicles through a network of about 1,000 independent dealers.
"Tony is known by his peers as collaborative, proactive, and full of team spirit," said Pablo Di Si. "His strengths will help us advance new technologies and further electrification."
"I’m looking forward to leading VWGoA’s team of amazing legal professionals," said Klapper. "With the ever-evolving legal environment in which we operate, I’m excited to help navigate challenges so we continue to earn our customers' trust."
Klapper's role will be crucial as VWGoA continues to innovate in cutting-edge technologies and advance electrification efforts. His leadership will help navigate an increasingly complex legal landscape while supporting new technology initiatives.
Volkswagen Group of America remains committed to advancing its objectives with strong leadership at the helm. The appointment of Tony Klapper underscores this commitment as he brings valuable expertise to guide the company through future challenges.
The company's dedication to innovation is evident through its subsidiaries' efforts in financial services, electric vehicle infrastructure, and autonomous vehicle technology testing.
Volkswagen Group of America's diverse operations reflect its position as a leading automobile manufacturer globally. With Tony Klapper's appointment as General Counsel, VWGoA aims to strengthen its legal framework while continuing to push forward with technological advancements.
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