Ineos Cancels Electric Quad Motor Fuselier Project Amid EV Concerns

Ineos, the company behind the rugged Grenadier off-roader, had us all excited about their new electric quad motor vehicle, the Fuselier. With plans for a range extender option, it promised to tackle the limitations of EVs in adventure scenarios. However, in a surprising turn of events, Ineos announced the cancellation of the Fuselier project. This decision, attributed to concerns about consumer EV uptake and industry uncertainties, left many enthusiasts scratching their heads. The partnership with Magna, a key player in the automotive industry, added weight to the Fuselier's potential success, making the abrupt halt even more puzzling.

Sir Jim Ratcliffe, the billionaire founder of Ineos, expressed reservations about EVs' practicality, highlighting challenges in usability and infrastructure. Despite the rising demand for EVs, Ineos cited these factors as reasons for pulling the plug on the Fuselier. The range extender, a unique feature of the Fuselier, would have set it apart in the market, offering both electric torque benefits and a backup generator for extended trips. The cancellation of the Fuselier project at an advanced development stage raised questions about the company's future direction and strategic decisions.

The Fuselier's cancellation may have missed an opportunity for Ineos to carve a niche in the market with a rugged, all-electric option. With the backing of a billionaire founder and the expertise of Magna, a revival of the Fuselier project remains a possibility down the line. The decision to halt the Fuselier, despite its promising features and advanced development, leaves enthusiasts wondering about the future of Ineos in the electric vehicle landscape. The automotive world will be watching closely to see if Ineos will revisit the Fuselier project or venture into new electrification endeavors in the future.

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• Suggested re-engineering the vehicle to have an engine and transmission instead of killing it off
• Speculation on the use of a Chinese battery and potential tariffs affecting production
• Dependence on Magna for production, with concerns raised due to past failures
• Comments on the rise of EV sales being attributed to price cuts and inventory dumps
• Suggestions for a range extender version of the vehicle
• Speculation on waiting to see how the electric G-Wagon sells before proceeding
• Concerns about financial viability following previous EV debacles
• Comparisons to other vehicles like the Geo Tracker and Suzuki Jimmy
• Comments on the challenges of electric vehicles in rural areas and cities
• Speculation on the reasons for production halt, including engineering and supply chain issues, low projected sales, and potential conflicts of interest