WE'RE ELECTRIFYING

Yakub, Workshop Facilities Manager

At JLR, the transition to electrification is integral to our Reimagine strategy. But our transformation extends beyond our vehicles; it encompasses a culture shift, continuous training and meticulous detail to ensure we are curating the ultimate electric experience for our clients.

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YAKUB DINO

Yakub Dino, a Test Engineer, based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, has been testing Range Rover for 20 years. His longstanding relationship with the brand has taken him to the undulating Arabian dunes, where he tested the new Range Rover Electric, launching in 2026.

Testing our luxury vehicles in extreme climates and varying terrains ensures their uncompromised capability across international markets. Through refinement and diligence, JLR’s global testing teams strive towards perfect performance for our vehicles, regardless of which country a client calls home. 

“Testing is very important; we test in very extreme conditions. We test many aspects of the vehicle; thermal management, climate systems, and vehicle components. We do this on city roads for durability and we also test the capability of the Range Rover in the desert making sure it can go anywhere with comfort and ease, creating the most capable, refined Range Rover,” explains Yakub.

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For me, the best terrain is the desert. I never get tired of the desert. When I come out here, I feel the peacefulness in me. It's total silence, you don't hear anything.
- Yakub, Workshop Facilities Manager

Range Rover Electric is anticipated to be the most capable luxury electric SUV.


“Out here in the sand, the instant torque you get, it just makes it effortless. It's just a great car. I would say this car has blown me away, it's so impressive, I have no words.”

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