Ketchel Axle Systems

The first-generation medium duty electric truck powertrains have major drawbacks which are holding back the EV truck market.

  • Stage Prototype Ready
  • Industry Clean Technology
  • Location Huntington Beach, CA, USA
  • Currency USD
  • Founded March 2023
  • Employees 2
  • Incorporation Type C-corp
  • Website ketchelas.com

Company Summary

Ketchel Axle Systems is a pioneering startup specializing in the development of innovative electric axle solutions for commercial vehicles. Our revolutionary eRhino axle system offers unparalleled power, efficiency, and cost savings, making it ideal for heavy-duty applications. The eRhino sets a new standard in the electric axle market, providing a robust and sustainable alternative to traditional drivetrains.

Team

  • Bradley Ketchel
    CEO/CTO

    Developed multiple powertrain systems including pioneering the industry's first eBeam axle. Issued 14 powertrain patents.
    SR. DIRECTOR, POWERTRAIN INTEGRATION & eDRIVE - KARMA AUTO 2021 – 2023
    SR MANAGER, RESEARCH & INNOVATION - MAGNA POWERTRAIN 2014 - 2021
    ENGINEERING MANAGER - HENDRICKSON INTERNATIONAL 2012 – 2014
    Western Michigan University, BSME, 1998
    Pennsylvania State University, MEM, 2010

  • Kenneth Gembel
    COO

    Full P & L responsibility for Cosworth’s NA while leading the installation of the facility and capital install.
    President & General Manager NA Division, Cosworth - 2016 – 2019
    Manufacturing Executive, American Axle & Manufacturing - 1997 -2013

    Wayne State University, Ph.D. Industrial and Systems Engineering, 2020
    University of Michigan, M.E. Manufacturing Engineering, 2007
    Western Michigan University, B.S.E, Metallurgical/Materials, 1998

Previous Investors

  • Amir Khan
    Unconfirmed

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