Jaguar Land Rover CEO on Electric, Diesel Vehicles

The transcript discusses Jaguar Land Rover's future strategies, focusing on the I-Pace electric vehicle, racing heritage, and diesel engine strategy. It highlights the company's commitment to innovation, electrification, and maintaining a balance between traditional and new technologies. The discussion also covers market trends, sales forecasts, and cost management strategies, emphasizing growth in the SUV segment and the potential of electric vehicles despite infrastructure challenges.

What is the significance of the I-Pace for Land Rover?

• It is a limited edition model.

• It is the most affordable car in their lineup.

• It represents a new design language and technological freedom.

• It is their first electric vehicle.

How does Jaguar's racing heritage influence its current strategy?

• It results in a focus on luxury interiors.

• It leads to a focus on diesel engines.

• It has no influence on current strategy.

• It is part of their DNA and influences their involvement in Formula E.

What is a key challenge in promoting new diesel technologies?

• High production costs.

• Limited availability of diesel fuel.

• Difficulty in explaining the technology to consumers.

• Lack of government support.

What trend is observed in diesel sales across Europe?

• A continuous decline.

• A shift from diesel to petrol.

• Stabilization after an initial decline.

• A significant increase.

How is Jaguar Land Rover managing costs while investing in electrification?

• By increasing vehicle prices.

• By cutting costs and delivering efficient solutions.

• By halting all diesel production.

• By reducing the workforce.

What is the expected impact of the E-Pace on Jaguar Land Rover's growth?

• It is expected to have minimal impact.

• It will only be available in select markets.

• It is expected to be a winner in the compact SUV segment.

• It will replace the F-Pace.

What feature of the I-Pace makes it suitable for daily commuting?

• Its high range of over 500 kilometers.

• Its low price.

• Its compact size.

• Its luxurious interior.