Franz von Holzhausen is an American business executive best known for playing Lead Designer in Tesla Model S.
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Best Known For:Tesla Model S
Breakthrough:Joined Tesla Motors to lead the design of the Model S in 2008
10 Quick Facts About Franz von Holzhausen
- Full Name: Franz von Holzhausen
- Nationality: American
- Profession: Businessperson
- Known For: Tesla Model S
- Current Role: Senior design executive
- Date of Birth: May 10, 1968
- Age: 58 years old
- Place of Birth: Simsbury, Connecticut
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Vicki von Holzhausen
Franz von Holzhausen Age
Franz von Holzhausen is about 58 years old as of 2026. Franz von Holzhausen was born in 1968.
Education
His educational background includes studies at ArtCenter College of Design and Syracuse University.
- ArtCenter College of Design
- Qualification: Bachelor's degree
- Field of Study: Transportation Design
- Period: 1990-1992
- Syracuse University
- Qualification: Bachelor's degree
- Field of Study: Industrial Design
- Period: 1986-1990
Career & Work
Franz von Holzhausen's career includes acting and entertainment roles with Tesla and Mazda.
Organization: Tesla
Role: Senior Design Executive
Period: 2008–Present
Details: Leading design for Model S, Model 3, Model X, Model Y, and Cybertruck.
Organization: Mazda
Role: Director of Design
Period: 2005–2008
Organization: General Motors
Role: Design Manager
Period: 2000–2005
Rise to Fame
Franz von Holzhausen rose to prominence for his role on Tesla Model S.
Notable Works
- Work: Tesla Model S (Lead Designer, 2012)
Franz von Holzhausen Family & Relationships
Franz von Holzhausen is married to Vicki von Holzhausen.
Personal Information
- Full Name: Franz von Holzhausen
- Gender: Male
- Occupation: Businessperson
- Nationality: American
- Living Status: Alive
- Ethnicity: White
Birth & Background
- Date of Birth: May 10, 1968
- Age: 58
- Birthday: May 10
- Zodiac Sign: Taurus
- Place of Birth: Simsbury, Connecticut
Measurements
- Eye Color: Brown
- Hair Color: Brown
Family & Relationships
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Vicki von Holzhausen
Net Worth & Income
- Salary: $45K - $188K (Est)
- Net Worth: $375K - $3.8M (Est)
- Source of Income: Employment
Related Biographies
- Elon Musk (Colleague • CEO of Tesla)
Online Presence
- X (Twitter):https://x.com/franzv
