Driving Excellence: JLR Partners with UVeye to Transform Vehicle Inspections at U.S. Seaports
Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) USA is raising the bar for vehicle logistics, becoming the first automaker in the country to fully automate port inspections. In partnership with UVeye, AI-powered inspection systems are now up and running at three major U.S. entry points — Brunswick, Georgia; Baltimore, Maryland; and Port Hueneme, California.
The mission is clear: every vehicle arriving from the UK and China must meet JLR’s exacting quality standards before heading to retailers. By weaving UVeye’s technology into its Customer Acceptance Line (CAL) process, JLR is adding speed, precision, and transparency to one of the most important checkpoints in its supply chain.
“Together, we’re setting a new standard for vehicle logistics, utilizing AI to enhance quality assurance from the moment a vehicle enters the country. This is about building smarter, faster, and more resilient automotive logistics that benefit everyone from OEMs and dealerships to drivers.”
How the Process Works
The moment vehicles roll off the ship, they pass through UVeye’s scanning systems. In just seconds, AI detects damage as small as 20 millimeters, from tiny dents and scratches to underbody issues and rim damage. Results are instantly time-stamped and shared, giving JLR and its retailer network immediate insight.
This automation speeds up the flow of vehicles through the port, reduces human error, and ensures every car is thoroughly inspected before it moves on. It also provides a clear, documented history of any defects spotted during manufacturing, shipping, or port handling, a huge win for quality assurance and traceability.
Why It Matters
For JLR, this partnership delivers:
- Complete transparency between the OEM, dealerships, and customers
- High-precision detection for even the smallest imperfections
- Early identification of defects to avoid delays, rework, or disputes
- Data-driven efficiency that optimizes inspection workflows in real time
This is part of a broader industry shift toward digitalization and automation, and a glimpse of the future of automotive logistics.
Expanding the Reach of UVeye
UVeye is already a familiar name at hundreds of dealerships across the U.S., where its systems help service departments and sales teams provide faster, more transparent customer experiences. With this expansion into seaports, UVeye now supports inspections at every stage of a vehicle’s journey, from the factory floor to the dealership showroom.
This milestone marks a new chapter in how vehicles are received, inspected, and delivered, pairing JLR’s commitment to quality with UVeye’s cutting-edge AI technology.
