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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 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
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) 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. 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 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 By Liam Walker - From Discord server - With their permission, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=94875154