Jaguar Land Rover's electric transformation, West Midlands

Tees Valley Lithium’s latest report highlights our continued progress in developing the the UK's flagship lithium refining hub.

Reimagining British Luxury

Jaguar Land Rover (JLR), the UK’s largest car manufacturer, is undergoing a sweeping transformation to become a fully electric, modern luxury carmaker. Anchored in the West Midlands, JLR’s bold vision represents one of the most ambitious industrial reinventions in British automotive history.

Under its “Reimagine” strategy, JLR is investing £15 billion over five years to electrify its product line, modernise manufacturing, and lead the premium electric vehicle (EV) segment globally.

Solihull & Wolverhampton: At the Heart of Electric Production

The West Midlands is central to JLR’s electric future. Key initiatives include:

Solihull Assembly Plant

  • Home to JLR’s next-generation electric Range Rover and Range Rover Sport
  • Future site of the all-electric Jaguar models, reimagined as ultra-premium electric vehicles
  • Upgraded with cutting-edge EV production lines, supported by AI-driven manufacturing and smart automation

Wolverhampton Engine Manufacturing Centre (EMC)

  • Transitioning from internal combustion to electric powertrain production
  • Will house the company’s new Electric Propulsion Manufacturing Centre, making inverters, batteries, and drive units for JLR’s next-gen EVs

Together, these facilities position the West Midlands as a national anchor for EV innovation and high-value green manufacturing.

What’s Coming: JLR’s Electric Line-Up

By 2025, Jaguar will become a pure-electric brand, debuting an all-new luxury GT as the first model in its EV renaissance. Meanwhile, Land Rover will electrify its iconic nameplates, including:

  • Range Rover Electric – arriving in 2025
  • Defender Electric – part of the mid-to-late decade line-up
  • Discovery and Velar – future EV variants in development

These vehicles will combine classic British design with zero-emission performance, reinforcing JLR’s heritage while aligning with global climate targets.

Leading the Luxury EV Market — Sustainably

JLR’s electric transformation is rooted in more than just product, it’s a shift in business philosophy. With sustainability at its core, the strategy includes:

  • Net-zero carbon across supply chain and operations by 2039
  • 100% renewable energy at UK manufacturing sites
  • Circular economy principles, including battery recycling and low-impact material sourcing

By aligning luxury with environmental responsibility, JLR is defining what the future of premium mobility should look like.

A Legacy Reinvented

For over 75 years, Jaguar and Land Rover have been symbols of British craftsmanship and innovation. Today, they are charting a new course; one that embraces electrification, champions sustainability, and secures the future of UK automotive manufacturing.

overview

The October 2025 Company Update outlines major developments from the Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) phase through to market information from SC Insights. With construction scheduled to begin in mid-2026, TVL remains on track to deliver battery-grade lithium hydroxide by early 2028.

Category
Corporate Report
Length
30 Pages
Published
1 October 2025
Focus Area
Project Development
Highlights from This Edition
Engineering Progress
FEED study advancing on schedule toward Final Investment Decision (Q1 2026).
Capital Efficiency
Estimated CAPEX now below $245m - the lowest capital intensity in Europe - with optimised design and modular construction.
Regional Growth
Supporting job creation, innovation, and sustainable industry in Teesside.
This is more than a refinery

It’s the foundation of Europe’s clean energy future.

Made in Teesside, built for tomorrow.