Polites had worked in the auto industry for almost 40 years and his previous positions included the top job at Ford in his home country of Australia as well as a brief stint as a car dealer.
“Geoff’s untimely passing robs his family and friends of a man who was a real inspiration to us all,” said Ford president and CEO Alan Mulally. “His drive and determination, combined with his clear sense of vision for the business, played a huge role in turning round the business at Jaguar and Land Rover and returning it to profitability.
David Smith, Jaguar and Land Rover’s current chief financial officer, will take over as the acting CEO until a successor is appointed.
Reader Comments
Sun Apr 20 2008 2:06 PM
bambam says
it's sad, he did a lot in Australia.
I was just reading his views on his project on the ford territory and the new jag last week.
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