Land Rover cars soon to sport made-in-India tag

Jaguar & Land Rover, two fully owned subsidiary of India's leading car maker Tata Motors, will soon sport the made-in-India tag as the Indian owner of the company has decided to assemble some of trade-mark JLR vehicles in the Indian market. As per the recent news reports, Tata Motors is mulling over the option of assembling the popular Freelander 2 in the Indian market. The Freelander 2 carries a price tag of Rs 33.5 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi), and is the lowest-priced model in the Land Rover's stable in India. The Freelander 2 model will possibly be brought in India as a completely knocked-down (CKD) units, so that its production cost can be minimized.




At present, the Freelander 2 model is imported as a completely built unit (CBU) in the Indian market and attracts a high import duty of 110%. By bringing its assembly operations in the Indian market, the company will manage to cut down the total duties by as much as 50%. Besides this, some other models of Land Rover may be assembled in India including, Discovery 4 and Range Rover, though these plans may not be implemented in the near future.

Since the starting of year 2010, the luxury-car segment has been witnessing a high-demand momentum which has forced the leading car makers of this segment to expand their production capacities in the Indian market. Leading car makers of this segment like Mercedes Benz, BMW and Audi are working hard on their expansion plans to catch-up with this rising demand.

Source:- Land Rover cars soon to sport made-in-India tag - New Cars

Tata Motors provides complete Transport Solution to Queen's Baton Relay 2010 Delhi

Tata Motors is happy to announce that it is providing complete transport solution to the Queen’s Baton Relay, as part of Commonwealth Games 2010. The Baton came from Pakistan today at the Wagah Border.

On its 100-day national tour, the baton will visit the capital of each state and union territory, and many other cities along the way, covering more than 20,000 km. By the end of its journey, the baton will have traversed over 190,000 km in 340 days, making the Queen’s Baton Relay 2010 Delhi one of the longest relays in the history of the Commonwealth Games.

As part of transport solution, Tata Motors is supporting with 17 Sumo Grandes, one Land Rover Discovery 4, three Buses, three covered body trucks and one media vehicle. Tata Motors is also providing fuel, drivers and routine maintenance for these vehicles.



The Land Rover is the gold standard in the world of 4x4s. Land Rover has best in class engines which is the heart of any automobile. The power, combined with the responsive chassis & suspension to take on any surface and Landmark Terrain response technology which is a unique to Land Rover, effortlessly propels the vehicle on any kind of terrain.

Besides this, the Grande Mark II is the most rugged and safe vehicle of its class. Designed like a mean machine, with all the comforts of a family car, the new Grande Mark II is a whole lot more than meets the eye. Designed to make heads turn, from its macho stance to its rugged good looks, each and every styling detail has helped to lend the Grande Mark II with a truly unforgettable look.

The baton’s journey symbolises the unity and shared ideals of the Commonwealth of Nations, and enables communities beyond the Host City to share the Games celebrations. It also serves a functional purpose in carrying Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II ‘message to the athletes’ from Buckingham Palace to the opening ceremony of the Games.

Source :- Tata Motors provides complete Transport Solution to Queen's Baton Relay 2010 Delhi - New Cars

JAGUAR XKR 75 to make its debut at Goodwood festival of speed

Jaguar Land Rover's new CEO, Dr Ralf Speth, initiated the challenge to the Jaguar engineering team to construct an XKR to celebrate Jaguar's 75th anniversary, which would deliver a combination of enhanced performance, superb chassis and steering control and grip levels to inspire the driving enthusiast to explore the true potential of the XKR's capabilities.

Mike O'Driscoll, managing director, Jaguar Cars, said that the XKR 75 will provide owners with exclusivity, excitement and a hint of Jaguar's great heritage. This is a fitting way to celebrate the sporting credentials of the XK marque in the 75th year of the Jaguar name, he added.

Jaguar engineers increased the power and torque of the acclaimed 5.0-litre supercharged engine to 530PS and 655Nm respectively for the XKR 75, to deliver truly outstanding performance. While the limited edition model's top speed is electronically limited to 174mph (280km/h), the XKR 75's 0—60mph (100km/h) acceleration time is reduced from 4.6 to 4.4 seconds compared to the standard 510 PS XKR.

The Jaguar XKR 75 features revised suspension and handling for increased precision and agility in addition to the performance enhancements. To ensure the XKR 75 remains stable at high speeds, a revised aerodynamic body pack with a front splitter, side sills extensions, a rear diffuser and larger rear spoiler provide increased balance and a reduction in lift. The XKR’s computerised Active Differential Control also adjusts to reduce steering sensitivity at very high speeds, further improving stability and driver control.

Source:- JAGUAR XKR 75 to make its debut at Goodwood festival of speed - New Cars

New Range Rover diesel to be launched by Sept 2010

Land Rover, a British subsidiary of Tata Motors announced on Thursday that it will roll-out two new generation diesel versions of its iconic SUV (sports utility vehicle), Range Rover, in its domestic market by Sept 2010. The new diesel-run Range Rover SUVs will be powered with 4.4 litre and 5.0 litre engines respectively. Both the models will be compatible with the new Euro-V emission norms which guarantees an improved fuel economy and a comparatively low CO2 emission level.



While announcing the prospective launch of these new Range Rover diesel models, Managing director Phil Popham, Land Rover, said that the 2011 Range Rover retains its position as one of the world's most complete luxury vehicles. Its combination of reduced CO2 emissions and superior engine performance continues to make it a clear industry benchmark. Where the 4.4L LR-TDV8 Range Rover will be equipped with an eight-speed-automatic-transmission, the 5.0-litre LR-V8 Range Rover will be using a six-speed automatic transmission.



Moreover, the company will also roll-out a special edition of this SUV comprising some unique design elements. While commenting on the latest design of the limited edition Range Rover, Land Rover's Design Director Gerry McGovern said that at the top of the range, the new Autobiography Black 40th anniversary limited edition offers customers the option of complete exclusivity with unique colour combinations as well as striking interior and exterior design features.

Source:- New Range Rover diesel to be launched by Sept 2010 - New Cars

Text to win as Jaguar gets ready to celebrate 25,000 XF sales

To help celebrate the imminent sale of the 25,000th XF in the UK1, Jaguar has launched a text competition to win a brand new XF to help raise funds for the NSPCC. The 3.0-litre diesel XF saloon, worth £38,600, can be won by answering a question about Jaguar via text. Each entry costs £3.00 which includes the cost of a standard SMS text with the proceeds going to the NSPCC.



Geoff Cousins, Managing Director of Jaguar UK said: "We were looking for an innovative way to mark a significant sales milestone for the XF. Launched in March 2008, the XF has been a huge success across the world. In the UK it has already outsold its predecessor, the S-Type, and crucially, we are attracting new customers to the brand who would not have considered a Jaguar before."



XF sales in May were up 75 per cent compared to May 2009, the eleventh consecutive month of sales growth, while year to date sales are up 41 per cent. Geoff Cousins added: "Jaguar is a long-standing supporter of the NSPCC and the XF text competition is one of a number of projects that will help us try and raise £1m for the NSPCC’s helplines this year. We hope that the money raised will help grow ChildLine so it can answer every call, text and e-mail from children."

The XF competition runs until 31 January 2011 and the winner will be announced on 7th February 2011. Entrants must correctly answer a question about Jaguar to be in for a chance to win the car.

Source:- Text to win as Jaguar gets ready to celebrate 25,000 XF sales - New Cars

The iconic Jaguar XJ arrives in India

Jaguar Land Rover has begun deliveries of the iconic Jaguar XJ in India. The car was showcased earlier in the Delhi Auto Expo in January this year and the stunningly beautiful and revolutionary new product from the Jaguar's stable was acclaimed by one and all. Commenting on the occasion, Mr S Krishnan, Tata Motors’ Senior Vice President (Commercial), Passenger Car Business Unit, said that the company notices a very intense aspiration in India to own an XJ. He also added that they were encouraged by the number of customers who had expressed a desire to own this iconic car.”



Sleek, sporting and sophisticated, the all-new Jaguar XJ brings a daring new spirit to automotive luxury. It offers a seductive mix of striking design, breathtaking performance and engineering. The elongated teardrop shape of the side windows establishes the car’s silhouette and lies at the heart of its flowing design. It does not just look streamlined, its drag coefficient of 0.29 makes it the most aerodynamic Jaguar ever, along with the XF. At the heart of the all-new XJ’s construction is Jaguar’s unique lightweight vehicle architecture. Primarily aluminium, but also using magnesium and composite alloys, allows Jaguar to produce a significantly lighter and stiffer body, indeed the lightest in its class.



The structure of the car features aerospace-based riveting and bonding processes, that uses these advanced materials to deliver improved strength, enhanced refinement and superior safety performance. A coupe profile cloaks a cabin that offers comparable levels of space to saloons with a more conventional style. There is generous accommodation for five occupants. The exquisitely designed interior has a strong sporting character throughout. The spacious cabin is rich in the tactile delight of soft-glove leather, warm veneers and cool chrome.The panoramic glass roof dramatically enhances the sense of light and space inside.

In keeping with its status as the ultimate four-door Jaguar, the XJ introduces a new generation of interior technologies, pioneering the use of display and infotainment systems such as the innovative Virtual Instrument dials, 8” full color Dual View technology Touch Screen display and 1200W Bowers & Wilkins premium surround sound system.

The all-new XJ delivers a driving experience that is just as memorable as the car’s appearance. Benefiting from technologies like continuously variable damping (Adaptive Dynamics), quick ratio power-steering system, JaguarDrive SelectorTM, JaguarDrive ControlTM, Jaguar Sequential Shift and Dynamic Stability Control with Trac DSC mode the new XJ combines responsive, sporting dynamics with the refined, supple ride expected from a luxury Jaguar.

The new XJ is available in India in the long wheelbase version. It is powered by the highly acclaimed 5.0-litre 385PS AJ-V8 Gen III naturally aspirated direct-injection V8 petrol engine.

Source:- The iconic Jaguar XJ arrives in India - New Cars

Jaguar launch iPhone and Blackberry application

Jaguar has launched a new iPhone and Blackberry application with the Telegraph Media Group (TMG), to provide users with business, sport and technology-related news around the clock. The application is free to download from the iTunes store. The Jaguar branded application, named ‘Driven Intelligence’, is aimed at busy professionals who require information at their fingertips and whilst on the go. It offers individuals the ability to personalise all content ensuring that the news important to them is delivered as quickly and efficiently as possible.



This Jaguar App offers the latest domestic and international news; all the cricket info and updates you could need; technology and lifestyle articles; the ability to create and update your own stocks and shares portfolio plus business news and features, including the twice-daily Business Bullet through a variety of different channels such as live feeds, bulletins, video content or timed update. Jaguar content includes news, photo galleries, wallpaper and video of Jaguar's latest models plus exclusive Jaguar competitions with the chance to win tickets to the Test Match this summer.

Ryan Rummery, On-line Agency Sales Manager, TMG, said: “At TMG we are committed to innovation and development so we’re delighted to be partnering with Jaguar on this lifestyle app. The application gives the busy professional and sports enthusiast what they want by creating a condensed, easy to use app with the ability to personalise content, at the click of a button.

Source:- Jaguar launch iPhone and Blackberry application - New Cars

Jaguar drives england cricket them in new four year partnership

The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) today announced that Jaguar will become the Official Vehicle supplier of the England Cricket Team. The partnership, which lasts for an initial four year period, will see England’s centrally contracted cricketers drive Jaguar’s XJ, XK or XF models. As part of this announcement Jaguar will also form a strategic partnership with the ECB’s National Cricket Performance Centre. This association will form part of Jaguar’s long term commitment to British Sport under the umbrella of the ‘Jaguar Academy of Sport’ which aims to recognise celebrate and inspire the very best of British sporting talent and success.



In return Jaguar will have a host of commercial rights that includes use of the England players for promotional appearances, international hospitality packages, the option to purchase international tickets, international programme advertising and signed merchandise. Jaguar which has long standing ambassador associations with a number of high profile cricketers, will also form two additional partnerships with the Professional Cricketers Association and the UK’s Test match venues.



The Test match ground partnership, which was brokered by The Essentially Group, will provide Jaguar with in stadia branding and exclusive opportunities to showcase its cars across all international venues. Nick Moore, ECB Head of Sales said: “We are delighted that Jaguar UK has decided to leverage the brand equity of the England Cricket Team to help promote its high-end vehicles. With an Ashes victory and an ICC World Twenty20 trophy it’s been an excellent year for the England Cricket Team and we believe this partnership with such an iconic brand as Jaguar is testament to cricket’s wide-ranging consumer appeal.”

Source:- Jaguar drives england cricket them in new four year partnership - New Cars

JLR may use Tata engines in its cars

Jaguar-Land Rover, the British subsidiaries of Tata Motors, could soon be running on engines designed by Tata Motors' engineers, as the company is looking forward to increase its foot-prints in the Chinese market. It is believed that Tata Motors will use its engineering and technical expertise in manufacturing of these engines while the JLR's executives will be taking care of designing part.



Tata Motors, which is one of the largest car makers in the Indian market, has expertized in production of the low-cost engines and sells some of the most popular compact cars in India including Tata Nano and Tata Indica Vista. The main objective of this arrangement is to reduce expenses by using common parts in manufacturing of country-specific models of Jaguar and Land Rover for markets like China and Russia.



JLR sells more than half a dozen vehicles in the Indian market which includes Jaguar's XJ, XF and XK, and Land Rover's Range Rover, Discovery 3 and Freelander. The company is in the process of launching the plug-in hybrid variants of its existing portfolio cars by year 2013.

Tata Motors had surprised the market analysts by posting a consolidated net profit of Rs 2,571 crore in the first quarter of this year as against a loss of Rs 2,505 crore a registered a year ago, and the JLR had a major contribution in this profit. Tata Motors’ total sales (including exports) of Tata commercial and passenger vehicles in May 2010 were 56,779 vehicles, a growth of 41% over 40,196 vehicles sold in May 2009. The company’s domestic sales of Tata commercial and passenger vehicles for May 2010 were 52,801 nos., a 38% growth over 38,392 nos. sold in May last year.

Source:- JLR may use Tata engines in its cars - New Cars

Jaguar to develop hybrid-electric cars

Jaguar Cars, a British subsidiary of India's leading car maker Tata Motors, is eying to roll-out the hybrid versions of its XJ and XF models by 2013-14, reported a leading British car magazine. It is to be mentioned here that Land Rover, another British subsidiary of Tata Motors, had recently announced that company is planning to develop new hybrid cars.

The magazine further reports that the Land Rover will be testing its first diesel-hybrid concept model named as 'range_e' by the end of this year. The 'range_e' prototype will be developed at the Range Rover Sport's platform.



The prototype will be tested using a 3.0 litre TDV6 8-speed automatic transmission ZF diesel. It is reported that the company will try to reach a range of 20 miles at electric power along with a considerably low CO2 emission at 100 g/km and the maximum speed of around 120 mile/hour.

The engineering centre of Jaguar Land Rover in the British Midlands is reported to be developing an electric-hybrid engine, which will be used in both diesel and petrol models of both of the companies, including Jagaur's XJ, XK and XF and Land Rover's Range Rover, Range Rover Sports and Discovery models.

Both Jaguar and Land Rover had showcased their range of vehicles at a shared platform at Delhi International Auto-Expo, held at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi, in January this year, where they attracted a large number of car enthusiasts and visitors.

Source:- Jaguar to develop hybrid-electric cars - New Cars

First Diesel hybrid SUV by Land Rover to launch by 2013

Land Rover plans to launch its first Diesel hybrid sports utility vehicle by the year 2013, the testing for which has already started on a prototype named 'range_e'. The company plans to make some significant developments for its large vehicles and hybrid technology is a part of that. The initial details on the car includes that the car would be able to achieve a 20 miles using electric power with a top speed of about 120 miles ph.

The hybrid car would be in tune with the environment as it would emit less than a 100 gm of CO2 per KM. The basic technology behind hybrid cars is the use of fuel cells (batteries) along with the conventional fuel that makes it environment friendly.

The testing of the prototype 'range_e' would be completed by the end of 2010, company sources said. In addition to the hybrid version of its SUV, the company would also launch compact variant of its SUV Range Rover in 2011 with 2-wheel drive (2WD) option, that is claimed to be the lightest and the most fuel efficient Range Over ever. The company officials were elated at the news and also added that 2WD option is one of the best ways to deliver highly efficient vehicles and to gain trust with customers.

The 2WD would be an alternative, while the 4WD technology would continue to sell with the all-terrain vehicles. In a statement it was quoted that Jaguar Land Rover is keen to invest 800 million pounds in their aim to develop environment friendly vehicles.

Source:- First Diesel hybrid SUV by Land Rover to launch by 2013 - New Cars