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Range Rover launches first fully electric model

Published

2 September 2026

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technology

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Micromobility

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United Kingdom

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Read at bbc.com

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Fusion42 · 2 September 2026 · Fusion42 review

Range Rover has launched its first fully electric model after delays, supported by major upgrades and workforce training in the West Midlands. This move follows financial pressures and supply chain issues faced by Jaguar Land Rover, highlighting a significant shift towards electrification.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Micromobility.

◆ The Wire takeaway

Electric vehicle production is scaling up in the UK with Range Rover’s new model and expanded battery manufacturing. You should target West Midlands supply and service gaps fast as this marks a clear industrial pivot.

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1 source · 2 Sep 2026

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