Bob Lutz Biography and Wiki
Bob Lutz (born Robert Anthony Lutz) is an American Swiss American automotive executive. Lutz served as a top leader of all of the United States Big Three (automobile manufacturers). Lutz served as executive vice president (and board member) of Ford Motor Company. He was also president and then vice-chairman (and board member) of Chrysler Corporation, and vice-chairman of General Motors.–
Bob Lutz Age and Birthday
Lutz is 88 years old as of 2020, he was born on 12 February 1932, in Zurich, Switzerland. He celebrates his birthday on 12 February every year and his birth sign is Aquarius.
Bob Lutz Height and Weight
Lutz stands at a height of 5 feet 10 inches (1.77 meters) and Weighs 78 kg. He also appears to be quite tall in stature in his photos.
Bob Lutz Education
In 1961 Lutz received a bachelor’s degree in production management. This was later followed by an MBA with a concentration in marketing with the highest honors in 1962 both from UC Berkeley.
He earned the MBA when he was flying in the United States Marine Corps Reserve’s 4th Marine Aircraft Wing and supporting two of four young daughters by selling vacuum cleaners in Walnut Creek, California.
Lutz also received an honorary Doctorate of Law from Boston University in 1985. He also received an honorary degree of Doctor of Management from Kettering University in 2003.
Bob Lutz Parents
Lutz is the son of Margaret and Robert Harry Lutz. His father was a vice-chairman of Credit Suisse.
Lutz left Switzerland at the age of seven and spent time in Scarsdale, New York. He became a U.S. citizen in 1943 and returned to Switzerland in 1947 to attend school in Lausanne.
Bob Lutz Siblings
His younger brother Mark A. Lutz is a retired economics professor.
Bob Lutz Wife
Speaking of his personal life, Lutz currently shares a blissful relationship with his longtime girlfriend, Denise Lutz. However, Lutz has not gone public with his relationship, it is not publicly known whether he is married.
Bob Lutz Salary
Details about Lutz’s salary are not yet disclosed. However, information about how much he makes will be updated as soon as it is available.
Bob Lutz Net Worth
Lutz has an estimated net worth of $10.5 million dollars as of 2020. This includes his assets, money, and income. His primary source of income is his career as a Television Personality. Through his various sources of income, XY has been able to accumulate a good fortune but prefers to lead a modest lifestyle.
Bob Lutz Measurements and Facts
Here are some interesting facts and body measurements you should know about Bob Lutz.
Bob Lutz Bio and Wiki
- Full Names: Robert Anthony Lutz
- Popular As: Bob Lutz
- Gender: Male
- Occupation / Profession: Executive
- Nationality: American
- Race / Ethnicity: White
- Religion: Not Known
- Sexual Orientation: Straight
Bob Lutz Birthday
- Age / How Old?: 88 (2020)
- Zodiac Sign: Aquarius
- Date of Birth: 12 February 1932
- Place of Birth: Zurich, Switzerland
- Birthday: Fe. 12th
Bob Lutz Body Measurements
- Body Measurements: Not Available
- Height / How Tall?: 5 feet 10 inches (1.77 meters)
- Weight: 78 kg
- Eye Color: Black
- Hair Color: White
- Shoe Size: Not Available
- Biceps Size: Not Available
- Chest Size: Not Available
- Waist Size: Not Available
- Hip Size: Not Available
Bob Lutz Family and Relationship
- Father (Dad): Robert Harry Lutz
- Mother: Margaret
- Siblings (Brothers and Sisters): Mark A. Lutz
- Marital Status: Married
- Wife/Spouse: Married to Denise Lutz
- Children: Not Available
Bob Lutz Networth and Salary
- Net Worth: $10.5 million
- Salary: Under Review
- Source of Income: Executive
Bob Lutz House and Cars
- Place of living: To be Updated
- Cars: Car Brand to be Updated
Bob Lutz Career
After he left the Marines, Lutz spent eight years with GM in Europe before joining BMW serving as executive vice president of sales at BMW for three years.
He is partially credited in the development of the BMW 3 Series as well as their Motorsport division.
He was also an executive vice president at Ford Motor Company. He led the creation of the Ford Escort III, and Ford Sierra at Ford of Europe.
Upon returning to the US in 1985, Lutz initiated the development of the original Ford Explorer. He was also a member of Ford’s board of directors. He was a frequent internal political rival of Red Poling who was the eventual Ford CEO.
Chrysler Corporation’s Global Product Development
Lutz later became head of Chrysler Corporation’s Global Product Development, including the very successful Dodge Viper and LH series cars.
Former Chrysler chairman and CEO Lee Iacocca, who helped steer the company back to profitability after receiving loans from private banks backed by the U.S.
Government in 1979, said he should have picked Lutz as his successor rather than Bob Eaton upon Iacocca’s retirement at the end of 1992. However, at the time Iacocca and Lutz were not getting along.
In 1998 Eaton was responsible for the sale of Chrysler to Daimler-Benz in which Daimler ended up backing out of in 2007 when it sold Chrysler to Cerberus Capital Management.
Referring to the job performance of Eaton, Iacocca claimed that Lutz “would eat him for lunch”.
Bob Lutz General Motors
While at General Motors, he championed the import of the Holden Monaro to the United States as the Pontiac GTO. Other cars said to be Lutz initiatives are such as the Cadillac Sixteen Concept; Saturn Sky and Pontiac Solstice.
Others are Pontiac G8; Chevrolet Malibu; Cadillac CTS; Buick Enclave; Cadillac Converj Concept, and Cadillac CTS Coupe Concept.
Also, Chevrolet Camaro; Chevy Beat, Groove and Trax Concept Studies; and 2010 Buick Lacrosse, Chevrolet Equinox, and Cadillac SRX are said to be Lutz initiatives. Lutz has also emphasized a need to produce fuel-efficient vehicles, backing the 2010 Chevrolet Volt.
GM, on February 9, 2009, announced that Lutz would step down on April 1, 2009, from his position as vice-chairman of Global Product Development, to take an advisory role.
He was set to retire from GM at the end of 2009. Lutz said that one reason for his decision was the increasing regulatory climate in Washington that would force GM to produce what Federal regulators wanted, rather than what customers wanted. He has expressed skepticism on the issue of global warming.
During a press conference on July 10, 2009, GM stated that Lutz would remain at GM as vice-chairman. He would be responsible for all creative elements of products and customer relationships.
On April 1, 2009, his role as vice chairman of Global Product Development would be assumed by Thomas G. Stephens. Stephens was the then executive vice president of Global Powertrain and Global Quality.
Lutz, Stephens, and design chief Ed Welburn worked together to guide all creative aspects of design. He would also lead the effort to better guide GM’s brands, and the automaker’s marketing, advertising, and communications teams would report to Lutz in an effort to develop a more consistent message and results.
Lutz would report directly to Fritz Henderson, and be part of the newly formed executive committee. He retired from General Motors on May 2, 2010.
Bob Lutz Lutz Communications
Lutz is currently head of the consulting firm Lutz Communications. He is also chairman of The New Common School Foundation, a member of the board of trustees for the U.S. Marine Corps University Foundation.
Lutz is also vice-chairman of the board of trustees for the Marine Military Academy in Harlingen, Texas. He joined the Transonic Combustion, Inc. board of directors on May 24, 2010.
Bob Lutz Tesla
Lutz has over time been giving his thoughts on the fate of Tesla. In a July 2019 interview, while talking with Handelszeitung about his former boss Lee Iacocca, who recently passed, Lutz spoke about how he thought the fate of Tesla was doomed.
“The fate of Tesla is sealed. The situation is almost hopeless given the losses they are currently writing. Demand has given away. Tesla had 400,000 pre-orders for the Model 3. In fact, they only sold 80,000 or 90,000 of them, and they have trouble selling more.
” The Model S is now ten years old, and sales are sluggish. It’s the same picture for the Model X, the SUV with the wing doors – that’s an ugly vehicle anyway. Tesla will have about a year until each of the big global auto companies has its own fleet of electric vehicles on offer. These cars will be as good or even better than Tesla’s.”
Lutz had previously praised Tesla for its improved build quality, leading some to believe that Luzt is finally starting to see Tesla differently.
Frequently Asked Questions About Bob Lutz
Who is Bob Lutz?
Bob Lutz (born Robert Anthony Lutz) is an American Swiss American automotive executive. Lutz served as a top leader of all of the United States Big Three (automobile manufacturers). Lutz served as executive vice president (and board member) of Ford Motor Company. He was also president and then vice-chairman (and board member) of Chrysler Corporation, and vice chairman of General Motors.
How old is Bob Lutz?
Lutzis an American national born on 12th February 1932, in Zurich, Switzerland
How tall is Bob Lutz?
Bob stands at a height of 6 feet 3 inches.
Is Bob Lutz married?
Bob is a married man. His wife is known as Denise Lutz.
How much is Bob Lutz worth?
Bob has an estimated net worth of $10.5 Million.
How much does Bob Lutz make?
Not Available.
Where does Lutz live?
Bob’s place of residence is unknown.
Is Lutz dead or alive?
Bob is still alive and in good health.
Where is Lutz now?
Bob is head of the consulting firm Lutz Communications. He is also chairman of The New Common School Foundation.
Bob Lutz Social Media Contacts
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Bob Lutz Social Media Contacts
- Youtube
- Tiktok
- Website