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Range Rover Electric tackles Dubai's desert

The first all-electric Range Rover has undergone rigorous testing in the searing heat of the United Arab Emirates as a key part of its development plan.

In temperatures soaring above 50°C and humidity levels reaching up to 90%, Range Rover Electric put the brand’s new advanced thermal management system to the ultimate test. From tackling treacherous desert dunes to navigating searing tarmac, the electric SUV is being subjected to one of the world’s harshest climates to ensure there are no impacts on comfort, efficiency and reliability. Despite being a relatively untested formula, the first electric Range Rover has exceeded the thermal testing benchmarks set by its petrol-powered predecessors.

For those concerned that Range Rover going electric could detract from its off-roading soul, the cutting-edge Intelligent Torque Management system ensures unmatched traction by being able to distribute power to specific wheels near-instantaneously, reducing torque reaction time to as little as 1 millisecond. Combined with the instant torque delivery that is synonymous with EVs, its electric terrain response system can seamlessly adapt to any condition.

This test culminated in the Range Rover Electric conquering "Big Red," Dubai's iconic 300-foot dune, completing the ascent five times flawlessly. This is no small feat and serves to reinforce what Range Rover have achieved with this model.

As Range Rover Electric prepares for its 2025 debut, these rigorous desert trials solidify its credentials as a luxury SUV built to handle any terrain with poise, setting the stage for the marque’s all-electric future.