Rimac to provide EV powertrains for Saudi Arabian start-up Ceer

High-performance EV specialist Rimac has signed a new deal to supply powertrains to new electric car brand Ceer.

Ceer is aiming to become Saudi Arabia’s first domestic car brand, with a range of high-performance all-electric models. The agreement, announced at Rimac’s Croatian HQ, will see Rimac Technology provide fully integrated electric drivetrain systems for its upcoming models.

Rimac is famous for its ultra-high-performance models such as the Concept One and Nevera, as well as providing its expertise to other brands. Its high-tech powertrains are already used in models such as the Pininfarina Battista, Aston Martin Valkyrie and Koenigsegg Regera, and it has recently signed a deal to supply battery technology for the next generation of electric BMWs.

Company founder Mate Rimac said the new deal solidified its global expansion ambitions. He commented: “This year alone we’ve announced several key partnerships, including with the BMW Group and Ceer, which will result in the production of tens of thousands of electric drive systems and battery systems for leading OEMs worldwide.

“With more exciting projects in the pipeline, we’ve strategically invested in our production facilities in Croatia, including the Rimac Campus and supporting infrastructure, which will soon be operating at full capacity.”

Ceer CEO, James DeLuca added: “We are delighted to be the first company and large-scale project in the GCC to partner with Rimac Technology in order to equip Ceer flagship vehicles with the most advanced high performance electric drive systems and solutions.

“Rimac’s global reputation and know-how in designing leading-edge performance powertrain systems aligns perfectly with our strategic objectives of partnering with global industry leaders as we fulfil our commitment to delivering world-class, high performance electric vehicles and revolutionise the automotive industry in Saudi Arabia.”

The two partners will release more details about the partnership and its scope at a later stage.