The Chinese media says Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) is close to signing a deal with Chery (China’s third-largest automaker) to gain access to its EV platforms. The two companies are already working together to build cars in China, so the news isn’t surprising.

This new EV platform-sharing scheme was also confirmed by a company representative whom Reuters quoted during a recent presentation, saying that two premium European automakers were interested in the Chery E0X architecture for high-end cars.

According to CNEVPost, JLR intends to build hybrid and fully electric vehicles on the Chery platform. Future JLR EVs and PHEVs will share the platform and tech with vehicles from Chery’s Exeed luxury brand, but no additional information was shared. There is no time frame for when the first Chery-based JLR plug-ins will debut, but the British automaker has announced that it plans to launch six pure-electric models by 2026 across all its brands.

The first new JLR EV will be an all-electric Range Rover that should be revealed later this year, but we don’t know if it will be built on the Chery platform.

The Jaguar-Land Rover group has been a subsidiary of India’s Tata Motors since 2008, and it has only ever produced one EV, the Jaguar I-Pace. It was also working on a fully electric Jaguar XJ luxury sedan, but the plug was pulled on the project as it was nearing completion, and it left the automaker trailing behind its luxury rivals from Germany, which already have entire lineups of EVs.

JLR rebranded itself last year and announced that Range Rover, Defender, Discovery and Jaguar would be separate sub-brands. JLR and Chery have been in a joint venture in China since 2012, which handles the local production of the Jaguar XF long-wheelbase, the Range Rover Evoque and the Land Rover Discovery Sport.

The company has vowed to only sell EVs after 2023 and reach carbon net zero emissions by 2039 while applying what it calls an Open Innovation strategy to help it get there. This means it is open to collaborating with third parties to cut costs on its end as well as speed up the development of various systems in the areas of electrification, connectivity and sustainability.

Jaguar-Land Rover, the ​British luxury car manufacturer, is set to​ expand its presence ⁢in the electric vehicle (EV) market by signing a platform sharing deal​ with China’s Chery Automobile. The deal, which was announced recently, ⁣will see the two companies ⁢collaborate on developing electric vehicle platforms ‌that will‍ be‍ used in future Jaguar and Land Rover models.

This collaboration comes at a time when the global automotive industry is undergoing a significant shift towards electric⁤ mobility. With environmental concerns becoming⁣ increasingly important, more and more car manufacturers are investing in⁢ EV technology to​ meet strict emissions standards and ⁤to cater to the growing demand for electric vehicles.

Jaguar-Land Rover, a subsidiary‌ of India’s Tata Motors, has been making strides in the EV market with the launch of ‌its all-electric Jaguar I-PACE SUV. The company has also announced its plans to electrify its entire lineup by 2025, as part of its efforts to become a net-zero carbon⁤ business by 2039.

By partnering with Chery Automobile, Jaguar-Land ​Rover aims ⁤to⁣ leverage​ the Chinese company’s expertise in EV ⁢technology and manufacturing capabilities. ​Chery,⁤ one of China’s largest car manufacturers, has been investing heavily in electric mobility and has​ been at the forefront of developing sustainable vehicles for the Chinese market.

The platform sharing deal ​will allow Jaguar-Land Rover ​to ​benefit from Chery’s knowledge and resources, enabling the British carmaker to develop⁢ electric vehicles more efficiently and cost-effectively. ⁢By sharing ‍EV platforms, both companies ​can reduce development‌ costs and accelerate‍ the production of electric vehicles for the global market.

This partnership is also a ​strategic move for Jaguar-Land Rover to expand its⁢ presence in China,⁢ the world’s largest EV market. By collaborating with a local partner like​ Chery, Jaguar-Land Rover can gain better access to the Chinese ⁣market and tap into the growing​ demand for electric vehicles in the country.

Overall,⁣ the platform sharing deal between Jaguar-Land Rover and Chery Automobile signifies ​a significant step forward for both companies in the electric vehicle market. By ‍joining forces, they can leverage each other’s strengths and resources to develop innovative and sustainable electric vehicles that will shape the future of mobility. With this partnership, Jaguar-Land Rover is poised to strengthen its position​ in the global EV market and solidify its commitment to sustainable transportation.