John Perrin Named VP, GM of DRiV EMEA

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Tenneco has announced the appointment of John Perrin as Vice President and General Manager of DRiV™ EMEA. With decades of aftermarket leadership experience, Perrin will be based at DRiV’s European headquarters in Kontich, Belgium. He aims to leverage his expertise to drive innovation and customer success across DRiV’s extensive portfolio of brands and services.

Key Highlights:

  • Extensive Leadership Experience: Perrin has 28 years of experience at Tenneco, holding roles such as Vice President, Office of Strategic Execution, and Business Line Leader for Chassis.
  • Global Impact: DRiV’s portfolio includes over 30 premium brands like Monroe®, MOOG®, FERODO®, Wagner™, and Walker®, supported by a global team of more than 9,000 employees.
  • Strategic Innovations: Perrin’s leadership coincides with the rollout of new initiatives, including Wagner Sensors, expanded Monroe and Walker product ranges, and advanced digital tools for engine professionals.
  • Customer-Centric Vision: Perrin is committed to advancing product innovation, technical training, and customer support to help businesses achieve greater success.

John Perrin’s career began in 1996 as an aftermarket Territory Sales Manager at Tenneco. Over nearly three decades, he has consistently ascended to roles of increasing responsibility. His tenure includes leadership positions in strategic execution, marketing, and product development, giving him a holistic understanding of the aftermarket industry’s complexities and opportunities.

DRiV President Chintan Sopariwala stated, “John has the ideal background to lead the DRiV EMEA team in accelerating product innovation and value creation for businesses and individuals at every level of the automotive and commercial vehicle aftermarkets.”

Perrin joins DRiV EMEA during a pivotal phase, overseeing initiatives like the launch of new Wagner Sensors and expanded Monroe and Walker product lines. These innovations, combined with DRiV’s technical resources and support brands like AE®, FP Diesel®, Glyco®, Goetze®, Nüral®, and Payen®, position the company for continued growth and customer impact.

Perrin commented, “DRiV is built to make bold moves, and I look forward to helping our customers leverage the full value of our growing brand, product, distribution, and technical support capabilities.”

About Tenneco

Tenneco is a global leader in designing and manufacturing automotive products for original equipment and aftermarket customers. Through its DRiV, Performance Solutions, Clean Air, and Powertrain divisions, Tenneco drives advancements in mobility across light vehicles, commercial trucks, and off-highway sectors.

Visit www.tenneco.com to learn more.

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