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JLR reveals innovative new research
- 09/09/2015
- Posted by: Simon Wait
- Category: News
Jaguar Land Rover has showcased some of the new and innovative low and zero emission technologies it is researching at this year’s CENEX Low Carbon Vehicle event. As well as showing Battery Electric Vehicle, Plug-In Hybrid and Mild Hybrid technologies, Jaguar Land Rover’s research engineers have revealed how [...] -
JLR launches lifelong learning academy
- 07/09/2015
- Posted by: Simon Wait
- Category: News
Jaguar Land Rover has launched its Academy, the first of its kind in the UK automotive sector. The new Academy will offer all Jaguar Land Rover workers the opportunity to take part in continuous development programmes to enhance their careers and provide the skills the company needs. With an annual learning and [...] -
Land Rover develop see-through trailer
- 01/09/2015
- Posted by: Simon Wait
- Category: News
Land Rover is developing a see-through trailer concept that would completely remove the blind spot created when towing a caravan or trailer. This transparent view would allow the driver to clearly see vehicles coming up behind and help driver confidence by improving visibility whilst manoeuvring. The prototype [...] -
JLR unveils global expansion plans
- 11/08/2015
- Posted by: Simon Wait
- Category: News
Jaguar Land Rover has signed a Letter of Intent with the Government of the Slovak Republic for the potential development of a new manufacturing plant in the city of Nitra in western Slovakia. With its established premium automotive industry, Slovakia is an attractive possible development opportunity. The move marks [...] -
Software glitch forces JLR recall
- 13/07/2015
- Posted by: Simon Wait
- Category: News
Coventry based carmaker Jaguar Land Rover is recalling 65,352 cars after a software glitch caused its keyless cars to unlock themselves. In one case, a driver reported that the door opened while driving, while others were concerned that the cars were unlocking of their own accord. The models affected are the [...] -
JCC Bradford awarded JLR approval
- 09/07/2015
- Posted by: Simon Wait
- Category: News
Just Car Clinics has announced that its site in Bradford has been awarded full Jaguar Land Rover Approval to carry out manufacturer approved repairs to vehicles, including structural repairs on both Steel and Aluminium platforms. Having worked with a local Retailer in Bradford for some time, the reputation of Just [...] -
JLR to build cars in Austria
- 02/07/2015
- Posted by: Simon Wait
- Category: News
Luxury carmaker Jaguar Land Rover has signed up Austrian contractor Magna Steyr to build future vehicles, as its own UK plants are currently working close to full capacity. The vast majority of cars they made last year, rolled off production lines at the JLR plants in Castle Bromwich, Solihull and Halewood. The [...] -
JLR monitors brain waves
- 17/06/2015
- Posted by: Simon Wait
- Category: News
Jaguar Land Rover has revealed a range of new road safety technology research projects that are being developed to reduce the number of accidents caused by drivers who are stressed, distracted and not concentrating on the road ahead. The Jaguar Land Rover ‘Sixth Sense’ research projects utilises advanced [...] -
JLR showcases smartphone controlled Range Rover
- 16/06/2015
- Posted by: Simon Wait
- Category: News
Jaguar Land Rover has revealed some of the prototype technologies that its UK-based research team are developing to deliver autonomous driving in the future. A Remote Control Range Rover Sport research vehicle demonstrates how a driver could drive the vehicle from outside the car via their smartphone. The [...] -
Injured ex-military secure employment
- 12/06/2015
- Posted by: Simon Wait
- Category: News
Jaguar Land Rover’s Invictus Games work placement legacy programme has seen the first five successful participants being offered a permanent position at the company. The bespoke training programme is designed to help rehabilitate wounded, injured and sick ex-personnel and aid transition into civilian careers. [...]