Mark Minatel

Mark Minatel is the President of Driverge Vehicle Innovations, a leading company in the commercial vehicle modification industry.12 He has extensive experience in the automotive and mobility sectors, particularly in wheelchair accessible vans, shuttles, and transporters.2

Professional Background

Minatel leads Driverge Vehicle Innovations, which specializes in building and converting various types of vehicles, including:

• Wheelchair accessible vans
• Commercial shuttles
• Transporters
• Work vehicles
• Recreational vehicles3

Under his leadership, Driverge has expanded its operations both domestically and internationally. The company has manufacturing facilities in multiple U.S. states, including Ohio, Kansas, South Carolina, and California.25

Strategic Growth

Minatel has been instrumental in driving Driverge's growth through strategic acquisitions:

• In 2022, the company acquired U.S. Upfitters, expanding its product offerings and adding four new locations to its national footprint.36
• More recently, Driverge acquired Van-Action (2005) Inc. and Freedom Motors Inc., establishing an international presence in Canada.2

Industry Involvement

Minatel is actively involved in industry associations. He has been named a candidate for the National Truck Equipment Association's (NTEA) Board of Directors.1 In this role, he aims to address key industry challenges, including:

• Education and training, particularly for electric and autonomous vehicle platforms
• Attracting and retaining skilled workers
• Managing supply chain disruptions1

Education

Mark Minatel holds a degree from the University of Dayton.47

Through his leadership at Driverge and involvement in industry associations, Minatel demonstrates a commitment to innovation, growth, and addressing the evolving needs of the commercial vehicle and mobility sectors.