Plug Into The Future - EV Charging Essentials

Prasanth Kumar Palani is a seasoned subject matter expert in electric vehicles, boasting over eight years of extensive experience in the field. He holds a Master’s degree in Vehicle Engineering and Transport Management from the Central Institute of Road Transport in Pune, India. Prasanth has played a pivotal role in various electric vehicle projects, previously leading the Design and Development team at an automotive battery pack supplier where he focused on building electric vehicles and high-voltage lithium battery packs for both automotive and non-automotive applications. His professional background also includes working as a Mechanical Design Engineer for a luxury car manufacturer based in Germany, specifically in Powertrain Engineering. Prasanth is certified in electric mobility by several prestigious organizations, including Denso, TUV SUD, and SAE. Beyond his technical expertise, he is actively involved in skill development initiatives with Indian organizations like ASDC and TSDC, serving as a member of the Electric Vehicle Expert Group of ASDC in New Delhi. Additionally, he works as a safety auditor and gap assessor for electric vehicle and battery manufacturing facilities, contributing to safety assessments and protocol development aligned with international standards. As an author of various automotive and electric vehicle technology courses on global eLearning platforms, Prasanth has reached over 15,000 participants from more than 130 countries, demonstrating his commitment to advancing knowledge in the electric mobility sector.