David Wenger

As entrepreneur, PhD engineer and online marketer, David Wenger assists companies on five continents take their products and services to a whole new level.

Through his creativity and his ability to think “out of the box”, he has made Wenger Engineering GmbH a worldwide recognized partner of companies such as Daimler, Bosch, Toyota, Honda, NEC or StartUps in Silicon Valley.

In addition to his entrepreneurial activities, he advises other entrepreneurs in the areas of product and company strategy. His focus is on renewable energies, electromobility and hydrogen technology.

David Wenger is also a recognized expert in online marketing. He is probably the engineer with the most followers in German-speaking countries and coaches other entrepreneurs and experts to win customers over the Internet.

He is married, father of three sons, head of around 30 employees, (co-) owner of four companies, inventor of over 20 patents and patent applications, author of several scientific publications, speaks 6 languages ​​and is really nice.

Do you want to work with me? Send me a mail to solution(at)wenger-engineering.com.

 

 

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The energy transition in three simple steps

The energy transition in three simple steps

Dear all, I bought a recent scientific paper on Sunday for just over 40 British pounds to learn what a low cost solution to global warming, air pollution and instability of the world energy system...

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The new Pink Floyd song

The new Pink Floyd song

Hello everybody, If you are also Pink Floyd fan like me, you know it of course already: On Thursday a new song was released. It's called "Hey Hey Rise Up" and it's performed together with the...

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CO2 – Some rules of thumb

CO2 – Some rules of thumb

Dear all, At the moment the topic of climate protection, Net Zero, energy transition - or whatever you want to call it, is very present in the media. CO2 is the new smoking. Until recently, I found...

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Have you been to Peppa Pig World?

Have you been to Peppa Pig World?

Good morning everyone, Did you read my mail from yesterday? About Boris Johnson? While you were reading it, the guy actually does me a favor and gives another one of his legendary speeches. Did you...

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Unsolved questions of mankind

Unsolved questions of mankind

Good day to all, There are questions of mankind that have been unsolved since the beginning of time. How did the ancient Egyptians build the pyramids? What was the purpose of Stonehenge? Why did the...

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My Electricity Bill – A Nightmare

My Electricity Bill – A Nightmare

Dear all, This week I received a letter from my electricity provider. "Dear Mr. Wenger, blah blah blah...unfortunately...the government...unfortunately...taxes...are not up to us...blah blah...your...

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Jacinda for Chancellor!

Jacinda for Chancellor!

Dear all, In Germany the elections are coming up. I know many people who say "No idea who to vote for. I have to decide between plague and cholera." I also know many Americans who clearly said a few...

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My new car: a hydrogen powered Toyota Mirai

My new car: a hydrogen powered Toyota Mirai

Hello everyone, Breaking news: I'm a proud owner of a hydrogen powered Toyota Mirai 2 since last Thursday, and I immediately took a 700km business trip. It was good. In case you don't know: Toyota...

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How to get 8.997 billion euros

How to get 8.997 billion euros

Dear all, Last week I quoted an article from the Bild-Zeitung in which it was described that of the 9 billion euros promised by German Federal Minister Mr. Altmaier for hydrogen technology, only...

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Review Hydrogen Online Workshop

Review Hydrogen Online Workshop

Dear readers, About two weeks ago, our sister company Mission Hydrogen hosted the world's largest hydrogen workshop. 24 hours straight, with dozens of keynotes and technical workshops from all over...

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The Octovalve and the PCB Symphony

The Octovalve and the PCB Symphony

Dear all, I like engineers. You wouldn't have thought that, would you? But I don't mean those PowerPoint heroes with engineering degrees, I mean real engineers. People who develop stuff. Who advance...

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“Carl, this will never work!”

“Carl, this will never work!”

"Carl, this is never gonna work! The roads are not suitable for cars, and there are not enough pharmacies where you can buy gasoline." [A mobility "expert" on the invention of Carl Benz, ca....

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Good Bye Tesla – Welcome T*****

Good Bye Tesla – Welcome T*****

Dear all, I am going to sell my Tesla. It has served me well for more than four years, though it was more of a "standicle" than a "vehicle" last year. What's next? I'll tell you: A Toyota. A new...

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Make your bed

Make your bed

Dear all, It is not difficult for me to say what I like about my job. One of the main things is working with many international clients and partners. I just like to learn more about other cultures...

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PEESA Unites the States of America

PEESA Unites the States of America

Hello everyone, The United States have had a challenging year. An election that was rigged - at least according to the loser. The "evidence" for this was presented in court by a drunk woman. White...

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Some inspiration to start the year

Some inspiration to start the year

Hello everyone, is it still allowed to wish "Happy New Year"? According to etiquette, I don't think so. But I'll just do it now anyway. I hope you had a good start. Stay healthy! I've made good use...

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The most successful Swiss song of all times

The most successful Swiss song of all times

Hello everyone, Switzerland is not only successful in implementing decarbonization, but also in the field of music. Do you know which the most successful Swiss song of all time is? No? Never mind:...

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Hydrogen – Why and why now?

Hydrogen – Why and why now?

David Wenger, Founder of Wenger Engineering GmbH and Mission Hydrogen GmbH, will present some interesting facts about hydrogen and why the world will need it. With more than 16 years of experience...

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When the levee breaks / Why and why now?

When the levee breaks / Why and why now?

Hello everyone, one of the most famous songs of Led Zeppelin is called "When the levee breaks". The song is about a threatening flood on the Mississippi. It is about the fact that when the levee...

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Stop the Count (says Southampton FC)

Stop the Count (says Southampton FC)

Hello everyone, If you also follow the Premier League, you know that Southampton FC is currently on top of the standings, which is surprising, and they are obviously terrified that someone will...

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US Election / Hydrogen for Investors

US Election / Hydrogen for Investors

Dear readers, On November 3 the election for the next president takes place in the US. You know that, I know. I just wanted to say it again. I am very curious to see who will win. I don't want to...

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How to get the “hydrogen billions”

How to get the “hydrogen billions”

Dear all, As you know, I have invested a lot of time and money in “Selling on the internet”. I had fantastic mentors, some of them are the best e-commerce specialists in Germany. You know:...

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How will you measure your life?

How will you measure your life?

Dear readers, In case you don’t have a reading for your holidays yet, here’s one of the best books I have ever read: “How will you measure your life?” by Clayton Christensen. Christensen was a...

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What’s the truck drivetrain of the future?

What’s the truck drivetrain of the future?

#Trevor Milton, Founder of the Fuel Cell Truck Startup #Nikola Motors, has published an article titled “Hydrogen vs Battery Electric. Why Nikola is the leader.” Now you have to know that Nikola...

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Dr Brian May, the Guitar Playing Genius

Dr Brian May, the Guitar Playing Genius

Hello everyone, When I was a kid and a teenager, one of the most famous rock bands was called “Queen”. Do you know Queen? Stupid question. Of course you do. Everybody knows Queen. Their singer was...

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Useless Knowledge and Useful Knowledge

Useless Knowledge and Useful Knowledge

Dear all, Maybe you have noticed that I am interested in collecting useless knowledge. Why? I have no idea. I think it’s fun. Yesterday, Beatles drummer Ringo Starr celebrated his 80th birthday....

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From Rags to Riches: My Story

From Rags to Riches: My Story

Dear all, all online marketers and bloggers have a rags-to-riches story that they love to tell. The prototype of this story goes like this: "I was X years old and completely broke, living in a...

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Hydrogen – Why and why now?

Hydrogen – Why and why now?

David Wenger, Founder of Wenger Engineering GmbH and Mission Hydrogen GmbH, will present some interesting facts about hydrogen and why the world will need it. With more than 16 years of experience...

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Is the energy transition impossible?

Is the energy transition impossible?

Dear all, Is the energy transition impossible? Will it work? Here in Germany? Last week I was interviewed by a journalist for a German automotive industry journal. I had checked the numbers before:...

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Why did Streetscooter have to die?

Why did Streetscooter have to die?

Some three weeks ago, DHL and the main German mail delivery company Deutsche Post AG have announced to stop the production of the “Streetscooter”, their low-cost-fit-for-purpose delivery vehicle....

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Mission: Hydrogen

Mission: Hydrogen

As you might know, I have one important goal: Enable hydrogen as a CO2 free energy carrier. To support this huge task, a new company has started its operation today: Mission Hydrogen GmbH, located...

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Hydrogen in China – Some Insights

Hydrogen in China – Some Insights

I went to China recently to do “hydrogen sightseeing”. Of course, the trip also had other destinations, but I mostly visited companies and locations that show the current situation in China well....

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12 years Wenger Engineering – 12 facts

12 years Wenger Engineering – 12 facts

Today I open a bottle: exactly 12 years ago, I had the first working day at Wenger Engineering GmbH. That's why today I share 12 facts with you that you may already have known, but maybe not: I...

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I was wrong (with respect to the Japanese)

I was wrong (with respect to the Japanese)

Some weeks ago I have inspired you to “think like the Japanese” in my blog. Do you remember? The article was about my garden and the question if everything has to be done immediately or if we should...

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Hydrogen – Why and why now?

Hydrogen – Why and why now?

David Wenger, Founder of Wenger Engineering GmbH and Mission Hydrogen GmbH, will present some interesting facts about hydrogen and why the world will need it. With more than 16 years of experience...

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This is the Greta Question

This is the Greta Question

As I write these lines, Sweden-Greta sails across the great ocean to travel to a conference as climate-neutral as possible. Thanks to some super-smart journalists, we know that several people are...

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Tesla Consumption at 200 km/h

Tesla Consumption at 200 km/h

Tesla Consumption at 200 km/h. I have done a “scientific” experiment to answer one of the most important questions ever 😉 : What’s the consumption of my Tesla Model S 90D when I drive at 200km/h on...

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The EV Drivers Dilemma

The EV Drivers Dilemma

I faced something I call “The EV Driver’s Dilemma” when I was on holiday. My family and I spent a whole week in a place in the Alps that has banned cars completely. We had to go there by cable car....

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We have to think like the Japanese.

We have to think like the Japanese.

I know one of the most renowned garden designers in Germany. He has published several books on the art of gardening and won most prizes you can win as a gardener. As you might know from previous...

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Will Tesla Survive?

Will Tesla Survive?

Will Tesla survive? I do not mean my car, I mean the company as a whole. Here’s why I raise this question: Obviously, Elon Musk hasn’t achieved profitability yet. The cars sell pretty well, but...

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Get rich with hydrogen shares?

Get rich with hydrogen shares?

Maybe you've noticed a lot of online advertising lately that say, "Get rich with hydrogen shares" or "These secret hydrogen shares will soon go through the roof." In addition, there are people...

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Hannover Fair 2019 – Review

Hannover Fair 2019 – Review

As you know I attended Hannover Fair 2019 this week. Three days full speed ahead with meetings from 9 am until 6 pm with business dinners afterwards. Yesterday, we had meetings with potential...

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My Tesla was dead

My Tesla was dead

I have just experienced the worst case: My Tesla was dead. 0 km left. No more power. Zero range. Ok, maybe it was not the worst case ever: I am still alive and my family is fine, too. But with...

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2 years as a Tesla driver – my opinion

2 years as a Tesla driver – my opinion

Dear all, I have been a Tesla driver for exactly two years now. The most common question I hear is, “Are you satisfied?” In the post I want to give you a detailed answer to that question.The short...

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Me with the famous Rafael De Mestre

Me with the famous Rafael De Mestre

I just met the famous Rafael De Mestre - of course at a Tesla Supercharger. He is known for demonstrating the capabilities of electric vehicles - and Tesla - by driving around the world twice. Just...

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Is Trump’s energy policy running on empty?

Is Trump’s energy policy running on empty?

Dear all, Today I would like to float a provocative question: Is Trump's energy policy running on empty? Maybe you will say: “It was wrong right from the start, it can’t fail any more than it...

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The sun, the oil of the 21st century

The sun, the oil of the 21st century

Good morning everyone! May the sun also shine for you today. If you are also able to shine from the inside, I am very happy for you. And if this isn’t the case for you today and the only sunshine...

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Hydrogen – Why and why now?

Hydrogen – Why and why now?

David Wenger, Founder of Wenger Engineering GmbH and Mission Hydrogen GmbH, will present some interesting facts about hydrogen and why the world will need it. With more than 16 years of experience...

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Another Telsa charging failure

Another Telsa charging failure

I have just experienced my first "real" Tesla charging failure. The charger was completely down.   Last Saturday, a good friend asked me if I had ever experienced a technical problem with my...

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20 Superchargers available

20 Superchargers available

Yesterday, I had to charge my Tesla in Bregenz, Austria. I had a fantastic choice of 20 Superchargers – all of them available. There would have been some more chargers for other vehicles, too. 1.7...

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My first Tesla charging FAILURE

My first Tesla charging FAILURE

I have just experienced my first Tesla charging failure. We were in town, and I was lucky enough to find a parking lot just in front of "our" pizzeria with a 50kW charger. I thought: "Strike! Today...

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Idiots at the EV charger

Idiots at the EV charger

I am certainly not saying that all Opel drivers are idiots. But there is at least one who behaved like an idiot once in his lifetime (to be precise: today). I haven‘t seen the statistics, but I am...

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Is Hydrogen Dead? / Review Hannover Fair 2018

Is Hydrogen Dead? / Review Hannover Fair 2018

Recently, the famous German newspaper “Sueddeutsche” had a headline saying “Fuel cells are a waste of billions for automakers”. I don’t know if that is the perfect translation, but you get the...

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Is TESLA a PONZI SCHEME?

Is TESLA a PONZI SCHEME?

I hope I haven’t shocked you too much with my headline. However, I really asked myself that question. Not because I want to blame somebody, rather because for me, being a “normal” entrepreneur, some...

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Fake News on Air Quality in Germany

Fake News on Air Quality in Germany

Air quality is a big issue in German cities, especially Stuttgart, home town of Mercedes and Porsche. One certain point of measurement is typically critical. Local, Federal and EU Governments are...

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Tesla – Consumption in Winter

Tesla – Consumption in Winter

It’s cold outside. Some people like it, some don’t. Drivers of electric vehicles typically don’t like it, because consumption is higher and range is lower. Just in case you never thought about it:...

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Why I like the Mercedes-Benz GLC Fuel Cell

Why I like the Mercedes-Benz GLC Fuel Cell

Here are five good reasons to like the Mercedes-Benz GLC Fuel Cell (and two reasons not to buy it) 1. It is a real Mercedes. I don’t want to criticize the good old B-Class F-Cell. It was a good car...

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10 Year Anniversary – How it all started

10 Year Anniversary – How it all started

I can’t believe it: Wenger Engineering is 10 years old. 🙂 I am very happy we made it so far. And I am very grateful for the great team and the great customers we have – without them, our success...

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“The wall will NOT be built!”

“The wall will NOT be built!”

..the Mexicans who visited Wenger Engineering today say. I was very honored to host a group of Mexican entrepreneurs and managers today. They were invited by the German Department of Commerce to get...

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Parenting in Times of Electric Vehicles

Parenting in Times of Electric Vehicles

My 3 year old son has built a „car“ in the living room. Since we don’t have a pressing plant or welding robots at home, he had to use chairs, tables and pillows. Just like every kid in his age....

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Do I have a right to charge my Tesla?

Do I have a right to charge my Tesla?

Do I have a right to charge my Tesla? Good question, isn’t it? If you are an owner of an EV (like me), you are absolutely dependent on chargers. You plan your trips, you plan your charging stops,...

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Why I still like my Diesel powered car.

Why I still like my Diesel powered car.

It has become unsexy to say “I still like my Diesel powered car.” People look at you as if you had just said: “I have robbed a bank.” I have no idea if the emissions of my car meet the legal...

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Clean, beautiful coal??? What the…?!?

Clean, beautiful coal??? What the…?!?

I just read an irritating article. A press release by US President Donald Trump. If you are like me, your LinkedIn friends are mainly from the Renewable Energy sector, and the posts you see make you...

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