October 27–29, 2026
Vibe Credit Union Showplace, Novi, Michigan, USA

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Vijay Pachore - Ford Motor Company

Vijay Pachore

crash safety expert, Ford Motor Company
Vijay Pachore is a highly accomplished CAE Crash Safety Engineering professional currently serving at Ford Motor Company in Dearborn, Michigan, with a career spanning 26 years across the automotive and engineering industries. He specializes in crashworthiness, structural design, and optimization for ICE, PHEV, and BEV platforms, including SUVs and pickup trucks, with particular expertise in protecting high-voltage battery systems in electric vehicles such as the Ford Mustang Mach-E and advanced Ford EV platforms. Vijay holds a portfolio of nine patents—seven granted and two pending—covering vehicle structures, occupant protection, and battery safety technologies. His career includes leadership roles at Tata Motors and Ford, where he has driven innovations in weight optimization, structural integrity, and regulatory compliance across global markets. He has earned numerous Ford Recognition Awards and serves as a technical reviewer and judge for prestigious engineering forums, reflecting his standing as a respected industry expert.
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