Nissan’s Engineering Chief Honored with Autocar’s Mundy Award for Qashqai Success

Inside Nissan’s European technical HQ at Cranfield, Bedfordshire, lies a corridor adorned with pictures showcasing the company’s rich history. Among these images is a snapshot of young engineers, including David Moss, who joined Nissan in 1990 and have since risen through the ranks.

David Moss, now Nissan’s senior vice-president of R&D for Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and Oceania, has played a pivotal role in the success of the British-built Nissan Qashqai. This pioneering SUV has surpassed four million units in production across three generations since its launch in 2007.

Moss’s journey from body engineering to leading the development of the Qashqai exemplifies his commitment to innovation. His expertise in aerodynamics and dedication to creating groundbreaking vehicles have been instrumental in shaping Nissan’s success in the competitive automotive market.

Under Moss’s leadership, Nissan has continued to evolve and adapt to changing consumer preferences. The Qashqai’s transition to an all-electric platform in the upcoming fourth generation reflects Moss’s forward-thinking approach to engineering and design.

As the recipient of Autocar’s prestigious Mundy Award for Engineering, Moss’s contributions to Nissan’s success are celebrated. His unwavering dedication to pushing boundaries and embracing new technologies has solidified his position as a driving force behind Nissan’s continued innovation in the automotive industry.