Lucid Group has announced major Lucid leadership changes alongside its production and delivery figures for the second quarter of 2026.
During the quarter ending June 30, 2026, the electric vehicle manufacturer produced 4,774 vehicles and delivered 3,953 vehicles. The company, which operates manufacturing facilities in Arizona and Saudi Arabia, is restructuring its executive team under Chief Executive Officer Silvio Napoli.
The Lucid leadership changes reduce the number of direct reports to the CEO by half. According to the company, the restructuring aims to simplify the organizational structure, improve execution, and increase accountability across its global operations.
Details of the Lucid leadership changes
The company appointed Alexander De Bock as the incoming Chief Financial Officer, succeeding Taoufiq Boussaid. De Bock previously served as the Chief Financial Officer of TI Automotive. In addition, Raja Ramana Macha joins as Chief Technology Officer to oversee technology strategy and engineering, moving from his previous role at Eaton.
Billy Hayes joins as Chief Customer Officer, taking responsibility for customer experience, sales, and marketing across the United States, Europe, and the Middle East. Meanwhile, Hugo Martinho will become Chief Transformation Officer on August 1, 2026, to lead enterprise-wide efficiency initiatives.
Focus on Advanced Technologies
Kay Stepper has been named President of Lucid Technologies and Chief Digital Officer. In this role, Stepper will manage autonomous driving systems, artificial intelligence, robotaxis, and corporate information technology. The company plans to establish Lucid Technologies as a distinct business unit to focus on strategic partnerships.
Christian Appel has been promoted to Vice President of Program Management. Appel joined the company in April 2025 and previously managed production planning at the manufacturing facility in Arizona.
Strategic Alignment and Operational Goals
“We are simplifying the organization, strengthening leadership, enforcing accountability and aligning our structure with the priorities that matter most: customers, quality, and innovation.”
Silvio Napoli, CEO of Lucid
Outgoing Chief Financial Officer Taoufiq Boussaid will assist with the transition through the release of the second-quarter financial results before departing. The executive team will operate from the company’s headquarters and manufacturing hubs to coordinate decision-making.
Future Outlook and Market Context
These Lucid leadership changes follow measures introduced last week to align manufacturing capacity with market demand. The company continues to assemble its electric vehicles at its vertically integrated facilities in Arizona and Saudi Arabia.
The company’s focus on software-defined vehicles aligns with broader trends in the automotive sector. Furthermore, the integration of advanced driver assistance systems highlights the growing role of smart devices in modern transportation.
