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Ineos history under Ineos Automotive. Origin: UK. Status: Active. Ineos Automotive, a subsidiary of the British chemicals giant Ineos, was founded to build a rugged, no-nonsense 4x4 inspired by the original Land Rover Defender, resulting in the Grenadier and related utility models.

Chronological Storyline (19 Milestones)

Jan 18, 2017 CE

Ineos announces plan to build 4x4

Billionaire Jim Ratcliffe announces Project Grenadier, a plan to build a rugged, no-nonsense 4x4 inspired by the original Land Rover Defender. #UK #IneosAutomotive #Independent · Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ineos_Grenadier

Ineos Grenadier in Böblingen
Ineos Grenadier in Böblingen
By Alexander Migl - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=132067478
Jul 10, 2019 CE

BMW engine partnership confirmed

Ineos partners with BMW to supply inline-six petrol and diesel engines for the upcoming Grenadier 4x4. #UK #IneosAutomotive #Independent · Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ineos_Grenadier

Nov 27, 2019 CE

Smart acquisition for EV platform

Ineos acquires the smart automobile brand's Hambach factory in France from Mercedes-Benz to produce the Grenadier. #UK #MercedesBenzGroup #Independent · Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Smart_(marque)

Smart acquisition for EV platform
Smart acquisition for EV platform
Jul 1, 2020 CE

MBtech engineering partnership

Ineos partners with MBtech, a former Mercedes-Benz subsidiary, to finalize the engineering and development of the Grenadier. #UK #MercedesBenzGroup #Independent · Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ineos_Grenadier

Dec 17, 2020 CE

Magna Steyr manufacturing deal

Ineos signs a contract manufacturing agreement with Magna Steyr to build the Grenadier in Graz, Austria, supplementing the Hambach facility. #UK #IneosAutomotive #Independent · Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Magna_Steyr

Magna Steyr, Werk in Graz, Luftaufnahme von SO, rechts Lkw-Einfahrt mit Autobahnanschluss, links hinten alter Haupteingang beim Puch-Hochhaus an der Liebenauer Hauptstraße, dahinter Parkhaus (wird soeben vergrößert)
Magna Steyr, Werk in Graz, Luftaufnahme von SO, rechts Lkw-Einfahrt mit Autobahnanschluss, links hinten alter Haupteingang beim Puch-Hochhaus an der Liebenauer Hauptstraße, dahinter Parkhaus (wird soeben vergrößert)
By Andrea.Allmer - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=70998574
Mar 4, 2021 CE

Hydrogen fuel cell prototype

Ineos reveals a hydrogen fuel cell prototype based on the Grenadier, demonstrating a commitment to zero-emission powertrains. #UK #IneosAutomotive #HydrogenFuelCell · Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ineos_Grenadier

Jul 2, 2021 CE

Grenadier production begins

Ineos begins series production of the Grenadier at the Hambach facility in France, marking the brand's transition to an active automaker. #UK #IneosAutomotive #Independent · Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ineos_Grenadier

Sep 13, 2022 CE

Grenadier officially launches

The Ineos Grenadier officially launches with BMW-sourced engines and a rugged design, targeting traditional off-road enthusiasts. #UK #BMWGroup #Independent · Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ineos_Grenadier

Oct 6, 2022 CE

Bowler acquisition completed

Ineos acquires Bowler, a British manufacturer of rugged off-road racing cars, to expand its portfolio and motorsport capabilities. #UK #IneosAutomotive #DakarRally · Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bowler_Manufacturing

This is the logo of Bowler Offroad car brand.
This is the logo of Bowler Offroad car brand.
By Bowler Motors Limited - http://www.bowlermotorsport.com/, PD, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?curid=74574356
Mar 28, 2023 CE

Grenadier enters US market

Ineos confirms plans to enter the US market with the Grenadier, aiming to capture a share of the off-road utility vehicle segment. #UK #IneosAutomotive #Independent · Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ineos_Grenadier

May 15, 2023 CE

Grenadier Quartermaster unveiled

Ineos unveils the Grenadier Quartermaster, a pickup truck variant of the Grenadier with an extended wheelbase and cargo bed. #UK #IneosAutomotive #Independent · Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ineos_Grenadier_Quartermaster

Jun 26, 2023 CE

Fusilag field car concept

Ineos reveals the Fusilag field car concept, a lightweight, ultra-rugged vehicle designed for agricultural and utility use. #UK #IneosAutomotive #Independent · Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ineos_Fusilag

Oct 10, 2023 CE

Dakar Rally entry announced

Ineos announces it will enter the 2024 Dakar Rally with a specially prepared Grenadier, marking its debut in top-tier off-road motorsport. #UK #IneosAutomotive #DakarRally · Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dakar_Rally

3rd PARIS - ALGIERS - DAKAR route (1981). Geographic limits of the map: N: 60.0° N S: 0.0° N W: 30.0° W E: 30.0° E
3rd PARIS - ALGIERS - DAKAR route (1981). Geographic limits of the map: N: 60.0° N S: 0.0° N W: 30.0° W E: 30.0° E
By Redboston - Own work (based on File:PARIS - ALGIERS - DAKAR route (1979).svg by Das steinerne Herz; using source information from official site and File:Whole world - land and oceans 12000.jpg for background, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=15000865
Jan 5, 2024 CE

Grenadier competes at Dakar

An Ineos Grenadier competes in the 2024 Dakar Rally, demonstrating the vehicle's durability in extreme conditions. #UK #IneosAutomotive #DakarRally · Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2024_Dakar_Rally

May 22, 2024 CE

Electric Grenadier delayed

Ineos delays the electric Grenadier due to technical challenges and market conditions, pivoting focus to hybrid technology. #UK #IneosAutomotive #Independent · Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ineos_Grenadier

Oct 15, 2024 CE

US deliveries begin

Ineos begins customer deliveries of the Grenadier in the United States, expanding its global footprint significantly. #UK #IneosAutomotive #Independent · Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ineos_Grenadier

Feb 12, 2025 CE

Hybrid powertrain development

Ineos confirms development of a hybrid powertrain for the Grenadier to meet stricter emissions standards while maintaining capability. #UK #IneosAutomotive #Independent · Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ineos_Grenadier

Sep 18, 2025 CE

Quartermaster US launch

Ineos launches the Grenadier Quartermaster pickup in the US market, offering a rugged alternative to midsize trucks. #UK #IneosAutomotive #Independent · Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ineos_Grenadier_Quartermaster

Jan 20, 2026 CE

Next-gen EV platform teased

Ineos teases a next-generation EV platform designed specifically for future utility vehicles, moving away from converted ICE architectures. #UK #IneosAutomotive #800VArchitecture · Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ineos_Automotive

2020 Ineos Grenadier Taken at the 2020 London's Concours of Elegance
2020 Ineos Grenadier Taken at the 2020 London's Concours of Elegance
By Liam Walker - From Discord server - With their permission, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=94875154