Dave Malobicky

Global Director of PPG's Mobility Business

Dave Malobicky has been with PPG for over 25 years and is the Global Director of PPG’s Mobility business. Under Dave’s leadership, PPG’s Mobility business is developing a broad portfolio of advanced coatings that play key roles in the deployment of autonomous and battery electric vehicles.

These products include exterior coatings that enhance vehicle visibility to light detection and ranging (LIDAR) systems; easy-to-clean coatings that help prevent obstruction of autonomous vehicle sensors; and environmentally-sensitive cathode and anode coatings used to store and transfer energy within modern lithium ion batteries.

Dave also focuses on identifying new technologies and opportunities in this growing market.  Throughout his career, Dave has leveraged his extensive experience in launching new products to drive customer value and improved product performance. Prior to his Mobility role Dave held multiple leadership positions including Commercial Director PPG Mobility, General Manager Electronic Materials PPG Industrial Coatings and Business Manager in PPG’s Aerospace business unit.

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