Jaguar Land Rover has signed a multi-year deal to employ Fortescue’s Elysia battery intelligence software in their upcoming EV models. Originally designed for Formula 1, the software aims to enhance JLR vehicles’ battery lifespan, safety, and overall performance.
With the introduction of the new Range Rover Electric, set to hit the market later this year, Fortescue’s Elysia software will monitor all next-gen JLR electric models. The initiative aims to enhance customer satisfaction by enabling faster charging, increased reliability, and extended driving range.
Thomas Mueller, Managing Director of Product Development at JLR, said:
Fortescue’s technology will give JLR even better access to data analytics as we electrify our entire vehicle portfolio by 2030.
As the industry transitions to electrification, collaborations like this are of paramount importance as we continue to improve the safety, performance and lifespan of our batteries.
Keeping an eye on battery health over time helps ensure that electric vehicle batteries can be repurposed for other uses once they’re no longer needed in cars, which is good for the environment.
Fortescue’s advanced software uses smart digital copies and AI-powered calculations to find and fix battery problems. This helps Jaguar Land Rover make their batteries work better and safer for customers.
Moreover, this partnership aligns with JLR’s Reimagine strategy, aiming to electrify all its brands by 2030 and achieve carbon neutrality by 2039. Also, Fortescue has ambitious decarbonization objectives, including eliminating emissions from its operations by 2030 (Scope 1 & 2).
Mark Hutchinson, CEO of Fortescue, said:
Through Fortescue’s breakthrough battery intelligence software, JLR will benefit from a new level of access to battery data and a revolutionary way to monitor its products in the real world.
The lessons and innovations we have both learned from motorsport are now being applied to the management of battery systems, unlocking a leading future of EV performance for JLR’s customers.
The partnership will allow JLR to obtain in-depth information about battery conditions and provide tailored suggestions for performance enhancement through software updates.
Two years ago, Fortescue, an Australian mining company, acquired Williams Advanced Engineering, an engineering and battery firm established by the Williams Formula 1 team, for £164 million. Furthermore, Fortescue revealed intentions last summer to construct a battery and powertrain manufacturing plant in the UK.
