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Range Rover GT launches as all-electric touring car, challenging brand tradition

Range Rover has unveiled the Range Rover GT, an all-electric, car-like vehicle that marks a departure from its traditional SUV design. Despite initial skepticism about EV adoption in luxury segments, Range Rover's Global Product & Service Marketing Director, Ryan Miller, believes the GT aligns with the brand's DNA and will appeal to customers, particularly in regions like Europe and the West Coast of the US. The vehicle is designed with future alternative powertrains in mind, even though it is launching as a Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV). AI

IMPACT This launch signals a shift in luxury automotive design towards electrification and touring-style vehicles, potentially influencing competitor strategies.

RANK_REASON Product launch of a new vehicle model by an automotive company.

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Range Rover GT launches as all-electric touring car, challenging brand tradition

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  1. Forbes — Innovation TIER_1 English(EN) · James Morris, Contributor ·

    Will Range Rover GT Step On Sister Brand Jaguar’s EV Toes? JLR Says No

    The Range Rover GT reimagines the brand with an all-electric grand tourer, targeting new buyers, but JLR says it won't directly compete against Jaguar's Type 01 EV.