Thor Hushovd new Uno-X Mobility team manager

Norwegian cycling legend, Thor Hushovd has succeeded Jens Haugland as the new, team manager at Uno-X Mobility.

Hushovd, a 10-time Tour de France stage winner and former World Champion among many other triumphs, will begin his new role on February 1st. Meanwhile, Haugland will continue to be involved with Uno-X Mobility, although in a different capacity.

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“We are very ambitious and stand for continuous development of the cycling team. That requires strong and focused leadership," says Uno-X Mobility CEO, Vegar Kulset. "I am therefore pleased that Thor will be working at Uno-X Mobility Cycling as general manager from February 1."

“The signing of Thor Hushovd represents a new step in the development of the cycling team and strengthens our leadership in Reitan Retail and the Uno-X Mobility activities," he continues. "Thor needs no further introduction. He has an excellent background and has the personality to help the team take the necessary steps. Our WorldTeam ambitions in men's and women's cycling are no secret.”