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Range Rover’s first electric SUV keeps the brand’s familiar design while delivering 542 hp from twin 260 kW motors, a 118.5 kWh battery for about 330 miles of real‑world range, and 800‑volt fast charging (10–80% in ~22 minutes); produced at Solihull with 300 patents, it starts at about £154,070 in the UK (~$140k in the US).
Range Rover unveiled its first all-electric model, the Range Rover Electric, produced in Solihull as JLR expands electrification with new battery and electric-drive lines and training for roughly 10,000 staff; the rollout follows profits pressure, a cyberattack, and a supplier fire, with battery packs and e-drive units also made at Wolverhampton’s Electric Propulsion Manufacturing Centre.
Bruce Springsteen’s car collection is dominated by American-made vehicles, with his only European model being a 2009 Range Rover L322 that doubles as a daily driver alongside Jeeps; the piece notes the Range Rover’s lineage (Ford/PAG ties) and engine options, and mentions an upgrade to Meridian audio in newer Range Rovers.
Alec Baldwin was involved in a car crash in East Hampton while avoiding a sanitation truck during stormy conditions, resulting in extensive damage to his wife's Range Rover but no injuries or criminal charges, with police citing slippery roads and reaction to another vehicle as causes.
Alec Baldwin crashed his wife's Range Rover into a tree in East Hampton while trying to avoid a garbage truck, but he and his brother Stephen Baldwin are unharmed, and everyone is fine.
Actor Alec Baldwin crashed his Range Rover into a tree in the Hamptons with his brother Stephen Baldwin in the car; both appeared to be unharmed, and Baldwin was in town for the Hamptons International Film Festival.
Alec and Stephen Baldwin were involved in a car accident in the Hamptons when their Range Rover crashed into a tree; Alec explained he swerved to avoid a garbage truck and both brothers are safe. The incident follows a series of recent troubles for Alec Baldwin, including a tragic shooting on the set of 'Rust' and public disputes.
Richard Simmons' 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Supercharged was sold at auction for $30,750. The vehicle, which had around 18,000 miles and featured luxury amenities, was auctioned by "Bring A Trailer." The car was well-maintained, with a clean Carfax report and a recent smog check. Simmons, who passed away in July at 76, was known for his reclusive lifestyle in recent years.
Range Rover CEO calls for a "national conversation" about organized vehicle theft in the UK, citing the ease with which criminals steal the luxury vehicles. He urges the government to allocate more resources to police operations at ports to prevent the export of stolen cars. Despite efforts to improve security and a decrease in thefts, the vehicle's reputation has led to higher insurance costs and lower resale value, prompting the company to offer its own insurance.
Jaguar Land Rover's boss denies that their vehicles, particularly Range Rovers, are the most-stolen in the UK, accusing the insurance industry of using incorrect data to set premiums. Despite reports of soaring insurance costs and concerns about theft, JLR insists that new models are secure and theft rates have actually fallen. The company has invested £10m in vehicle security and is working with authorities to prevent keyless thefts and stop stolen vehicles from being shipped out of the country.
Jaguar Land Rover has opened up waiting list signups for its upcoming fully electric Range Rover EV, set to debut in 2024. The electric SUV is currently in the physical prototype phase and will offer performance similar to existing V8 Range Rovers. It will feature 800-volt rapid charging capabilities, although the necessary infrastructure is not yet widely available. The Range Rover EV is undergoing rigorous testing in extreme temperatures and will be built on JLR's Modular Longitudinal Architecture. JLR aims to invest $19 billion in electric and autonomous vehicle technology over the next five years, with a goal of becoming electric-first by 2030.
Land Rover has released teaser images of the upcoming all-electric Range Rover, which will be built on the same platform as the plug-in hybrid version. The electric SUV will feature an 800-volt architecture, be capable of wading through deep water, and offer over-the-air software updates and effortless charging. The powertrain is expected to deliver performance comparable to the flagship V8 model. Prototypes are already being tested, and pre-orders will open next year. The transition to electric is significant for the Range Rover, known as the original luxury SUV.
Range Rover has released a teaser for its upcoming electric vehicle, set to be revealed in 2024.
Range Rover has opened the waiting list for its highly anticipated Range Rover Electric, marking a new era for the brand. The all-electric model will feature exemplary British design, go-anywhere capability, and zero tailpipe emissions. Engineers are conducting rigorous prototype testing to create the quietest and most refined Range Rover ever. The vehicle will be built in the UK and offer seamless electric ownership with rapid charging, energy partnerships, and software updates. Pre-orders will be available soon.
A 2004 Range Rover, suspected to have belonged to Queen Elizabeth II, was sold for $165,000 after video footage emerged showing the Queen driving the vehicle. The SUV's value skyrocketed by 302% in just four months, setting a record for a 2004 Range Rover. The car features unique modifications and was presumed to be part of the Queen's private fleet. The auction house, Historics Auctioneers, stated that the vehicle was sold with probable royal provenance. The Queen's car collection was estimated to be worth £10 million ($12.5 million).