JAC T9 EV Dual-Cab 4x4 Ute goes to work in Australia's mining industry.
JAC Motors Australia has announced a strategic partnership with Warrikal, a leading mining services provider, to commence a six-month trial of the JAC T9 EV Dual-Cab 4X4 Ute in real-world mining conditions.The collaboration represents a significant step forward in bringing sustainable transportation solutions that can support the operational demands and sustainability goals of Australia's critical resource sector. The trial will evaluate the JAC T9 EV's performance, durability, and operational efficiency in the demanding conditions typical of various mining support applications.
"We're excited to partner with Warrikal to demonstrate how JAC’s electric vehicle technology can meet the rigorous demands of Australia's mining sector," said Ahmed Mahmoud, Managing Director of JAC Motors Australia.
"The JAC T9 EV Dual-Cab 4X4 combines the proven safety leadership of our T9 platform with advanced electric technology. This gives mining operations the reliability, capability, and most importantly, the safety standards that are absolutely critical when operating in some of Australia's harshest environments."
Warrikal is a trusted supplier to tier-one miners across Western Australia and has a strong track record of embedding innovation into operations.
Warrikal’s decision to trial the JAC T9 EV reflects the company’s ongoing commitment to cleaner, safer, and more efficient ways of working.
"Safety is non-negotiable in our industry," said David Williamson, CEO at Warrikal. "The JAC T9 EV's foundation as Australia's safest ute, combined with innovative electric technology, makes it an ideal candidate to support the shift toward low-emission operations. We're excited to put it through its paces over the next six months and explore its potential to enhance our fleet.
The JAC T9 EV is a vanguard of JAC’s sustainable motoring vision, and part of JAC’s bold “1+2+6+N” vision to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050, ten years ahead of China’s 2060 target. JAC’s leading role in sustainable manufacturing and motoring was officially recognised with the title of “Industrial Carbon Peaking Pioneer”, confirming JAC Motors as an industry benchmark for others in China and around the world.
The JAC T9 EV is based on the T9 dual-cab platform, which was recognised as Australia's safest ute by independent safety body ANCAP, achieving the highest aggregate score of any ute tested to the latest safety protocols.
The T9 EV’s advanced electric drivetrain technology builds on this with zero-emissions motoring and strong torque characteristics ideal for sustainable, heavy-duty applications.
The trial program will allow Warrikal to evaluate the JAC T9 EV's:
- Operational performance in mining environments
- Battery performance and charging logistics
- Total cost of ownership compared to traditional diesel equivalents
- Emissions reduction potential
- Integration with existing Warrikal fleet management systems
Australia's $455bn mining industry employs close to 300,000 Australians, making it the biggest contributor to Australia’s GDP and economic wellbeing1. It is increasingly focused on adopting technologies that reduce environmental impact while maintaining operational excellence. The partnership between JAC Motors Australia and Warrikal demonstrates the industry's commitment to exploring sustainable solutions.
The Warrikal JAC trial commences in August 2025 and will run for six months, with comprehensive performance data being collected throughout the evaluation period. Results from the trial will inform potential broader adoption of the JAC T9 EV across Warrikal’s fleet and may influence similar initiatives across the mining sector.
