Jaguar is a British luxury vehicle company that’s owned by Tata Motors, one of the largest automotive manufacturers in the world. At Jaguar Newport Beach, we want you to know more about Jaguar origins and who makes Jaguar cars. Feel free to contact us with any questions or to schedule an appointment.
What Is Tata Motors?
Tata Motors is an Indian automotive manufacturer headquartered in Mumbai and owned by Tata Group, a conglomerate involved in steel, hospitality, telecommunications, and more. Here’s how Jaguar fits into the picture:
- Tata Motors purchased Jaguar Cars and Land Rover in 2008 and merged them into Jaguar Land Rover Limited in 2013.
- Tata Motors owns global automotive operations across commercial and passenger vehicle markets.
- Tata Group was founded in 1868 and is known for milestones like India’s first hotel with electricity, its first hydro power plant, and the establishment of the Indian Institute of Science.
Who Owned Jaguar?
Jaguar began in 1922 in Blackpool, England, founded by William Lyons and William Walmsley as the Swallow Sidecar Company. It was later renamed S.S. Cars Limited. In 1935, the SS Jaguar sports saloon and SS Jaguar 100 were released. Here’s how Jaguar evolved into today's luxury brand:
- 1945: S.S. Cars was renamed Jaguar Cars Limited.
- Jaguar gained recognition with sports cars like the Jaguar XK120 and E‑TYPE, and racing victories in the 1951 & 1953 Le Mans 24‑Hour Race.
- 1965: Jaguar became part of British Motor Holdings Limited.
- Later merged with Leyland Motor Corporation to become British Leyland Motor Corporation.
- 1975: British Leyland was nationalized; Jaguar regained independence in 1984.
- 1999: Ford Motors acquired Jaguar, later adding Land Rover in 2000.
- 2008: Ford sold both Jaguar and Land Rover to Tata Motors.
Who Makes Jaguar & Where Is the Jaguar Factory?
Although Jaguar is owned by Tata Motors, Jaguar Land Rover is headquartered in Coventry, England—about two hours north of London. Many factories worldwide build Jaguar and Land Rover vehicles. Most U.S.-sold Jaguar models are assembled in Birmingham, England.
Jaguar Factory Locations
- Birmingham, England: Jaguar XE, XF, XJ, F‑TYPE
- Solihull, England: Jaguar F‑PACE
- Wolverhampton, England: Engine assembly plant
- Graz, Austria: Jaguar E‑PACE and I‑PACE (via Magna Steyr)
- Changshu, China: Jaguar XE, XF, and engine assembly
- Pune, India: Assembly of complete knock‑down kits* for Jaguar XF and XJ
*A complete knock‑down kit consists of vehicle parts manufactured in one country and shipped to another for final assembly.
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