Automotive Business Sector

The automotive business sector drives global innovation through manufacturing, design, and sales of vehicles, with CEOs steering strategic direction, operational efficiency, and market competitiveness. Company performance is measured by metrics such as revenue growth, market share, production output, and advancements in electric and autonomous vehicle technologies.

Mercedes-Benz Group AG

Ola Kallenius, CEO of Mercedes-Benz Group AG, has an estimated net worth of around $25 million, primarily derived from his executive compensation, performance-based bonuses, and long-term stock awards accrued during his tenure at the company.

Stellantis N.V.

Carlos Tavares's estimated net worth of around $40 million is primarily derived from his executive compensation, performance bonuses, and stock awards as CEO of Stellantis N.V., reflecting his leadership and the company's financial growth post-merger with PSA Group.

Mazda Motor Corporation

Masahiro Moro's estimated net worth of around $5 million USD derives primarily from his executive compensation, long tenure at Mazda Motor Corporation, and accrued company stock as CEO.

FAW Group Corporation (First Automobile Works)

Liu Yigong, CEO of FAW Group Corporation, reportedly holds a net worth of around $2 million, primarily attributed to executive compensation and state-allocated benefits rather than private equity or substantial personal assets.

Changan Automobile

Zhu Huarong's estimated net worth of around $15 million is primarily attributed to his executive compensation, stock holdings, and performance bonuses as CEO of Changan Automobile, a leading Chinese automotive manufacturer.

BYD Auto Co., Ltd.

Wang Chuanfu's estimated net worth of around $18 billion stems primarily from his major shareholding in BYD Auto Co., Ltd., a leading global electric vehicle and battery manufacturer.

Chery Automobile Co., Ltd.

Yin Tongyue's estimated net worth of around $100 million is primarily derived from his long tenure as CEO of Chery Automobile Co., Ltd., significant executive compensation, and equity-related incentives linked to Chery's growth as one of China's leading automakers.

Daimler Truck AG

Martin Daum, CEO of Daimler Truck AG, has an estimated net worth of around $20 million due to his long tenure in the Daimler group, executive compensation (including salary, bonuses, and stock options), and accrued wealth from leadership roles across their global commercial vehicle operations.

MAN Truck & Bus SE

Alexander Vlaskamp's estimated net worth of around $5 million is based on his executive compensation, stock holdings, long tenure in the commercial vehicle industry, and leadership roles at MAN Truck & Bus SE and its parent company, TRATON SE.

Peugeot S.A.

Carlos Tavares, CEO of Peugeot S.A. (Stellantis), has an estimated net worth of around $40 million, primarily derived from his executive compensation, performance bonuses, stock options, and long-standing automotive industry leadership roles.

Citroën (Automobiles Citroën S.A.)

Thierry Koskas, current CEO of Citroen (Automobiles Citroen S.A.), has an estimated net worth of around $5 million primarily due to his executive compensation, performance incentives, and long-term roles in Groupe PSA and Stellantis.

Audi AG

Gernot Dollner's estimated net worth of around $5 million USD stems from his executive compensation, bonuses, and stock options accrued during key leadership positions at Volkswagen Group and currently as CEO of Audi AG.

Škoda Auto a.s.

Klaus Zellmer, CEO of Skoda Auto a.s., has an estimated net worth of around $5,000,000 due to his extensive executive tenure at Volkswagen Group brands and compensation from key leadership roles.

Porsche AG (Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche Aktiengesellschaft)

Oliver Blume's estimated net worth of around $20 million stems primarily from his executive compensation packages, bonuses, and stock incentives as CEO of Porsche AG and Volkswagen AG.

Land Rover (Jaguar Land Rover Limited)

Adrian Mardell's estimated net worth of around $10 million is primarily attributed to his decades-long executive tenure at Jaguar Land Rover, including high compensation as CEO and accumulated stock options.

Lexus (Toyota’s luxury vehicle division)

Takashi Watanabe, CEO of Lexus (Toyota's luxury vehicle division), has an estimated net worth of around $3 million USD, primarily derived from his executive compensation, incentives, and long-term service at Toyota Motor Corporation.

Acura (Honda’s luxury vehicle division)

Toshihiro Mibe, as Honda's President and CEO (overseeing Acura), has an estimated net worth of around $15 million, primarily accrued from his executive salary, performance bonuses, stock options, and decades-long career within Honda.

Infiniti (Nissan’s luxury vehicle division)

Jose Roman, current CEO of Infiniti, is estimated to have a net worth of around $5 million, based primarily on executive compensation packages from Nissan and previous leadership roles in global automotive divisions.

Lincoln (Ford’s luxury vehicle division)

Kumar Galhotra's estimated net worth of around $25 million stems from his high compensation as President of Ford's Lincoln division, including base salary, stock awards, bonuses, and long-term executive incentives.

Cadillac (General Motors luxury vehicle division)

John Roth, current CEO of Cadillac (a General Motors division), has an estimated net worth of around $10 million due to a high executive salary, stock options, and decades-long tenure at GM across global leadership roles.

Chevrolet (Chevrolet Division of General Motors)

Mary Barra, current CEO of General Motors--which owns Chevrolet--has amassed an estimated net worth of around $200 million through decades-long executive roles, substantial equity grants, and annual compensation frequently exceeding $20 million.

GMC (General Motors Truck Company)

Mary Barra's estimated net worth of around $200 million is primarily due to her extensive tenure as CEO and Chair of GM, substantial annual compensation packages, equity grants, and long-term investments in GM stock.

Dodge (Stellantis)

Timothy Kuniskis's estimated net worth of around $25 million stems from his executive roles within Stellantis, including bonuses, long-term incentives, and stock awards accrued as CEO of Dodge and other brands.

Jeep (Stellantis)

Antonio Filosa's net worth, estimated at around $10 million, reflects his executive compensation, equity stakes, and performance bonuses as CEO of Jeep under Stellantis, combined with his extensive automotive leadership experience.

Ram Trucks (Stellantis)

Tim Kuniskis, CEO of Ram Trucks (under Stellantis), has an estimated net worth of around $15 million primarily through his multi-decade executive career at Stellantis and its predecessor brands, alongside performance-based bonuses and equity compensation.

Buick (General Motors)

Mary Barra, CEO of General Motors (parent company of Buick), has a net worth of around $210 million, primarily accumulated through her executive compensation, stock awards, and long tenure at General Motors.

MINI (BMW Group)

Stefanie Wurst's estimated net worth of around $3 million arises from her executive compensation, bonuses, and incentives as the CEO of MINI (BMW Group), combined with her extensive career in international brand management and leadership roles within BMW.

MG Motor (Morris Garages Motor, SAIC Motor)

Wang Xiaoqiu, CEO of MG Motor (a subsidiary of SAIC Motor), is estimated to be worth around $10 million USD primarily through executive compensation, SAIC Motor stock-based incentives, and long-standing leadership roles within China's automotive sector.

Haval (Great Wall Motor)

Mu Feng, current CEO of Haval (a sub-brand of Great Wall Motor), holds a net worth estimated at around $10 million primarily through executive compensation, stock incentives, and longstanding tenure within the company.

Proton Holdings Berhad

Li Chunrong, the current CEO of Proton Holdings Berhad, has an estimated net worth of around $10 million primarily due to his executive compensation, performance incentives, and prior leadership roles at Geely and its subsidiaries.

Perodua (Perusahaan Otomobil Kedua Sdn Bhd)

Zainal Abidin Ahmad, CEO of Perodua, has an estimated net worth of around $2 million USD, reflecting his executive compensation, years of service, and incentives accrued from Malaysia's largest car manufacturer.

SsangYong Motor Company

Jeong Yong-won, CEO of SsangYong Motor Company, has an estimated net worth of around $1 million USD, primarily attributed to his executive compensation and stock holdings rather than extensive private business ventures or inherited wealth.

Dacia (Renault Group)

Denis Le Vot's estimated net worth of around $5 million reflects his executive compensation, stock options, and bonuses accumulated during leadership roles at Renault Group and Dacia.

SEAT, S.A.

Wayne Griffiths, CEO of SEAT, S.A., has an estimated net worth of around $10 million, primarily accumulated from his executive roles within the Volkswagen Group, including leadership positions at SEAT and CUPRA, along with performance-based compensation and equity incentives.

Cupra (SEAT performance division)

Wayne Griffiths, CEO of Cupra and SEAT, has an estimated net worth of around $5 million, primarily derived from his executive salaries, performance bonuses, and stock incentives within the Volkswagen Group.

Rivian Automotive, Inc.

RJ Scaringe's estimated net worth of around $1.5 billion is primarily attributed to his substantial equity stake in Rivian Automotive, Inc., whose fluctuating stock valuation directly impacts his wealth.

Lucid Motors, Inc.

Peter Rawlinson, CEO of Lucid Motors, has an estimated net worth of around $400 million primarily due to his significant equity holdings and stock-based compensation from Lucid, alongside a high executive salary.

Fisker Inc.

Henrik Fisker's net worth, estimated around $30 million, primarily derives from his founding stake in Fisker Inc., income as CEO, and earnings from automotive design projects and luxury car ventures.

Polestar (Volvo Car Corporation and Geely joint venture)

Thomas Ingenlath, CEO of Polestar--a joint venture between Volvo Car Corporation and Geely--has an estimated net worth of around $10 million, primarily due to his executive compensation, equity stakes in Polestar, and a longstanding career in automotive design and leadership.

Lotus Cars Limited

Feng Qingfeng, CEO of Lotus Cars Limited, has an estimated net worth of around $5 million USD, primarily based on executive compensation, shareholdings, and bonuses linked to Lotus and its parent company Zhejiang Geely Holding Group.

Bugatti Automobiles S.A.S.

Mate Rimac's estimated net worth of around $500 million primarily stems from his majority ownership in Rimac Group, strategic stake in Bugatti Rimac joint venture, and significant investments from global automotive giants like Porsche and Hyundai.

Maserati S.p.A.

Davide Grasso, current CEO of Maserati S.p.A., has an estimated net worth of around $10 million, primarily from his executive roles at Maserati and previous high-ranking positions at Nike and Fiat Chrysler Automobiles.

Lamborghini S.p.A.

Stephan Winkelmann, CEO of Lamborghini S.p.A., has an estimated net worth of around $30 million due to his multi-decade leadership roles at luxury automotive brands, including Lamborghini, Bugatti, and Audi Sport, and compensation packages typical for top executives in the luxury automotive industry.

Bentley Motors Limited

Adrian Hallmark, CEO of Bentley Motors Limited, has an estimated net worth of around $10 million due to his high executive salary, performance bonuses, and extensive automotive industry experience with brands like Porsche and Jaguar Land Rover.

Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Limited

Chris Brownridge's estimated net worth of around $5 million results from his executive compensation packages, bonuses, and long-standing leadership roles within BMW Group and Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Limited.

Alfa Romeo Automobiles S.p.A.

Jean-Philippe Imparato's estimated net worth of $5 million is primarily derived from his executive compensation, bonuses, and long-standing roles in major automotive companies, including his current CEO position at Alfa Romeo Automobiles S.p.A.

Fiat Automobiles S.p.A.

Olivier Francois, current CEO of Fiat Automobiles S.p.A., has an estimated net worth of around $20 million, primarily from his executive roles within Stellantis and past leadership at FCA, bolstered by substantial annual compensation, long-term stock awards, and industry performance bonuses.

Chrysler (Stellantis)

Carlos Tavares, current CEO of Stellantis (Chrysler's parent company), has an estimated net worth of around $25 million primarily from his executive compensation, equity awards, and long-term incentives accrued during his tenure at PSA Group and Stellantis.

DS Automobiles (Stellantis)

Olivier Francois, current CEO of DS Automobiles under Stellantis, holds an estimated net worth of around $30 million due to decades of executive leadership in automotive brands like Fiat, Chrysler, and ongoing compensation including salary, bonuses, and equity awards.

Isdera AG

Klein Ma, CEO of Isdera AG, reportedly has an estimated net worth of around $5 million based on his executive position, equity holdings, and prior entrepreneurial activities in the automotive sector.

Pagani Automobili S.p.A.

Horacio Pagani, the founder and CEO of Pagani Automobili S.p.A., has an estimated net worth of around $100 million due to his ownership stake in the ultra-luxury hypercar manufacturer and the success of exclusive models like the Pagani Zonda and Huayra.

Koenigsegg Automotive AB

Christian von Koenigsegg, the founder and CEO of Koenigsegg Automotive AB, has an estimated net worth of around $100 million due to his majority ownership in the high-performance hypercar manufacturer and revenues from limited-edition vehicle sales and technology licensing.

McLaren Automotive Limited

Michael Leiters' estimated net worth of around $15 million stems from his extensive executive roles in the automotive industry, previously holding significant positions at Ferrari and Porsche before becoming CEO of McLaren Automotive Limited.

Smart Automobile Co., Ltd.

Tong Xiangbei, current CEO of Smart Automobile Co., Ltd., has an estimated net worth of around $5 million based on executive compensation, equity holdings in Geely and Smart, and associated bonuses from Smart's performance in the global electric vehicle sector.

Lada (AvtoVAZ)

Nikolay Yemelyanov, current CEO of Lada (AvtoVAZ), has an estimated net worth of around $2 million, accrued through executive compensation, share-based incentives, and long-term tenure within the Russian automotive industry.

UAZ (Ulyanovsky Avtomobilny Zavod)

Adil Shirinov's estimated net worth of around $3 million stems from his executive compensation, management of UAZ's operations within the Sollers automotive group, and ownership stakes or incentives linked to his leadership roles in Russia's automotive sector.

Togg (Türkiye’nin Otomobili Girişim Grubu)

Mehmet Gurcan Karakas's estimated net worth of around $5 million is attributed to his executive roles in global automotive companies (like Bosch) prior to leading Togg, along with compensations and potential equity stakes in Togg as its CEO.

Baojun (SAIC-GM-Wuling)

Shi Hongtu, CEO of Baojun (SAIC-GM-Wuling), has an estimated net worth of $1-5 million primarily due to modest executive compensation and limited equity ownership, as Baojun operates under the state-influenced SAIC-GM-Wuling joint venture structure.

Wuling Motors (SAIC-GM-Wuling)

Shi Hongtu's estimated net worth of around $10 million USD reflects his executive compensation, equity stakes, and profit-sharing from his leadership role at Wuling Motors (SAIC-GM-Wuling), a major Chinese automotive joint venture.

Zotye Auto

Wang Shijie, the CEO of Zotye Auto, has an estimated net worth of around $50 million primarily due to his executive compensation, equity holdings in Zotye Auto, and business ventures in the Chinese automotive industry.

NIO Inc.

William Li (Li Bin), CEO of NIO Inc., holds significant equity in the Chinese electric vehicle company, which forms the basis of his estimated ~$1.0 billion net worth.

Xpeng Motors (Xiaopeng Motors)

He Xiaopeng, CEO of Xpeng Motors, holds significant equity in the company, which, combined with Xpeng's market capitalization and his other investments in tech enterprises, results in an estimated net worth of around $2.5 billion.

Li Auto Inc.

Li Xiang's estimated net worth of roughly $2.0 billion primarily stems from his significant equity stake in Li Auto Inc., a leading Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer he founded.

VinFast (Vingroup, Vietnam)

Pham Nhat Vuong's net worth, estimated at around $4.3 billion, primarily derives from his majority ownership and related stakes in Vingroup and its listed subsidiaries, including VinFast.

Yulon Motor Co., Ltd.

Lilian Chen's estimated net worth of around $50 million primarily derives from her executive compensation, stock holdings, and dividends at Yulon Motor Co., Ltd., a leading Taiwanese automotive manufacturer.

Daewoo Motors (now integrated into General Motors Korea)

Roberto Rempel, CEO of GM Korea (formerly Daewoo Motors), has an estimated net worth of around $5 million USD, primarily derived from his executive compensation, stock options, and extensive automotive industry career.

Sany Heavy Industry Co., Ltd. (commercial vehicles)

Xiang Wenbo's estimated net worth of $1.2 billion derives primarily from his equity holdings and executive compensation at Sany Heavy Industry Co., Ltd., China's leading construction and commercial vehicles manufacturer.

Hino Motors, Ltd. (Toyota Group, trucks & buses)

Satoshi Ogiso, current CEO of Hino Motors, Ltd. (a Toyota Group company specializing in trucks and buses), has an estimated net worth of around $5 million USD based on executive compensation, long-term tenure at Toyota and Hino, and accumulated shareholdings and bonuses.

Dongfeng Honda Automobile Co., Ltd.

Yu Jun, CEO of Dongfeng Honda Automobile Co., Ltd., is estimated to have a net worth of around $3 million USD, primarily due to his executive compensation, equity incentives from Honda-Dongfeng joint ventures, and accumulated earnings from leadership roles in the Chinese automotive industry.

GAC Group (Guangzhou Automobile Group Co., Ltd.)

Feng Xingya, current CEO of GAC Group, has an estimated net worth of around $5 million USD, primarily derived from executive compensation, performance incentives, and share allocations related to his leadership position at Guangzhou Automobile Group Co., Ltd.

Luxgen Motor Co., Ltd. (Taiwan)

Yen-ching Lai, CEO of Luxgen Motor Co., Ltd. (Taiwan), is estimated to have a net worth of around $3 million USD due to his executive compensation, equity holdings in the company, and long-term involvement in Taiwan's automotive industry.

Roewe (SAIC Motor)

Wang Xiaoqiu's estimated net worth of around $5 million USD is primarily attributed to his executive compensation and stock incentives as CEO of Roewe (a marque under SAIC Motor), one of China's largest state-owned automotive manufacturers.

Lynk & Co (Geely & Volvo joint brand)

Andy An's estimated net worth of around $10 million is primarily attributed to his executive role as CEO of Lynk & Co, a joint brand of Geely and Volvo, along with previous leadership positions within Geely Group.

BAIC Motor Corporation Limited

Li Yi, the current CEO of BAIC Motor Corporation Limited, has an estimated net worth of around $1 million, primarily attributed to salary compensation, performance bonuses, and possible equity holdings within the company.

JAC Motors (Anhui Jianghuai Automobile Co., Ltd.)

Xiang Xingchu, CEO of JAC Motors, has an estimated net worth of around $15 million, primarily derived from executive compensation, performance-based stock options, and long-term tenure within the Chinese automotive industry.

Hongqi (FAW Group)

Xu Liuping, as the current CEO of Hongqi (FAW Group), derives an estimated net worth of around $2 million primarily through executive compensation, state enterprise salary structures, and limited stock options due to government ownership policies in China.