MOKE International, has officially opened its new, wholly owned manufacturing facility in Leamington Spa, marking a "significant milestone" in the company's 60th year.

The company said the new facility will boost production efficiency, improve product quality, and strengthen MOKE's ability to meet the growing global demand for electric vehicles

With production targets exceeding 500 units this year for markets including the USA and the Mediterranean, MOKE continues to contribute to the UK economy as a net exporter.

Earlier this month, MOKE International hosted an exclusive reveal event, attended by retail partners from Europe, Middle East and the USA, along with Labour MP for Warwick and Leamington, Matt Western, Chair of the APPG on Electric Vehicles.

The event celebrated British engineering and MOKE's growing international presence.

The new Leamington Spa facility "reflects the company's commitment to British engineering and innovation in the EV sector".

The company has created dozens of new clean-tech jobs as part of the expansion, and has tripled its workforce.

Nick English, Executive Chairman at MOKE International, said: "It's great to be bringing back production to the UK, and indeed the car manufacturing heartland in the Midlands, where the MOKE was originally designed by Sir Alec Issigonis.

"As we now celebrate 60 years of MOKE, we are thrilled to be marking such an exciting chapter, enhancing our craftsmanship and innovation while laying the foundation for future success."

Discussing the factory opening Mr Western said: "I was delighted to visit MOKE International in Leamington earlier this month and see first-hand the innovation that has and continues to go into the Electric MOKE.

"It is excellent to see the creation of new jobs in the EV sector which will continue to grow and hear of the company's commitment to working with local suppliers in the production of the vehicles.

"I am looking forward to seeing MOKE International continue to grow and succeed and am confident that Leamington Spa will provide an ideal home for this growth and success."