'You cannot build this car anywhere else in the world'
Car maker Longbow, which hopes to build thousands of cars, says the region has the talent and know-how.
Coverage by Political Leaning
See how different sides of the spectrum reported this story
Notable Quotes
"You cannot build this car anywhere else in the world. And if you did, you would be importing UK components to it."
— Daniel Davey , Executive
"We've been building cars here in West Midlands for 130 years, so what better location for a new generation of carmakers like Longbow."
— Richard Parker , Politician
"They're trying to do what Tesla first did many years ago with a sort of lightweight, fast electric sports car."
— David Bailey , Athlete
Key People
Co-founder and co-CEO of Longbow, a British carmaker.
David Bailey is a pass rusher expected to be picked early in the NFL Draft.
Jonathan Reynolds is the Business Secretary in the UK's government.
Co-founder and co-CEO of Longbow, involved in the production of electric sports cars.
West Midlands mayor involved in supporting businesses and their staff.
All Coverage
Car maker Longbow, which hopes to build thousands of cars, says the region has the talent and know-how.
Similar Stories
Related coverage based on topic and tags
Tesla renames 'Full Self-Driving' to 'Assisted Driving' in Europe as it chases clearance for software - Reuters
Tesla renames 'Full Self-Driving' to 'Assisted Driving' in Europe as it chases clearance for software Reuters
October 9, 2026 at 03:09 PMRecord Chinese turnout puts European carmakers under pressure at Paris show - Reuters
Record Chinese turnout puts European carmakers under pressure at Paris show Reuters
October 9, 2026 at 05:04 AMMexican auto exports slump in September as US tariffs take toll - Reuters
Mexican auto exports slump in September as US tariffs take toll Reuters
October 8, 2026 at 11:03 AMNew electric car 'make or break for Jaguar'
Prof David Bailey says there is a lot riding on the Type 01 in terms of jobs and investment.
October 8, 2026 at 05:08 AMTesla is browbeating the EU to approve its ‘Full Self-Driving’ tech. The pressure is working. - Reuters
Tesla is browbeating the EU to approve its ‘Full Self-Driving’ tech. The pressure is working. Reuters
October 7, 2026 at 06:13 AMPorsche braces for lower sales era, seeks lifeline from luxury - Reuters
Porsche braces for lower sales era, seeks lifeline from luxury Reuters
October 7, 2026 at 06:02 AM