Clearing up the confusion around car tax (VED)
Recently, there has been a noticeable spike in confusion about UK Vehicle Excise Duty (referred to colloquially as ‘road tax’), particularly amongst Jaguar enthusiasts. Much of it appears to stem from a weekend newspaper feature that has been widely shared and, in places, misunderstood. Given the number of messages and questions circulating, this feels like […]
The next JLR crisis? DHL strike adds to the strain
The global automotive supply chain has thrown up a fresh challenge for Jaguar Land Rover, this time not from the factory floor but from freight yards and shipping routes. A DHL strike — affecting cargo handling and deliveries in key markets — has added complications to an already stressed JLR logistics pipeline. With production only recently stabilised […]
Jaguar Land Rover’s Q3 FY26: A tough quarter, but optimism remains
For Jaguar enthusiasts, the latest figures from Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) make for sobering reading — but the passion for the marque’s future remains undimmed. The company’s third quarter to 31 December 2025 was marked by sharp declines in sales, production, and profit. Revenues of £4.5 billion were down around 39 per cent year-on-year, while pre-tax losses hit £310 million, compared with […]
Behind the scenes in the Arctic: Jaguar’s electric GT takes shape on the ice
On the frozen lakes outside Arjeplog, deep inside Sweden, near the Arctic Circle, prototypes of Jaguar’s new all-electric four-door GT have just completed their latest and most revealing phase of winter testing. With temperatures plunging to –40°C, this is a real test for the prototype machines and a chance to refine their calibration, control, and […]
Jaguar Show announced on Llandudno Promenade
20th June 2026 This year, five JEC northern regions (North Wales, North Staffs, Manchester, Cheshire & Red Rose) are hosting a major Jaguar Show on the famous Llandudno Promenade and it’s FREE. Entry is now open for all JEC members and their Jaguars but book now as numbers are limited. If you have never been to Llandudno, it is […]
Curated by Pendine launches at Retromobile
Pendine has launched its latest initiative, ‘Curated By Pendine’, aiming to bring clarity to the art of car collecting for new and existing customers. Regardless of the intended collection’s size or function, owners can lean on the expertise of Pendine founder James Mitchell and the experienced Tiggy Atkinson to source the right car, oversee its […]
Could JLR end up building Chery Cars in the UK?
Recent headlines about Chinese manufacturer Chery expanding its UK footprint have prompted a familiar question among Jaguar watchers: what role, if any, might Jaguar Land Rover play in all this? Well, the confirmed facts are as follows… Chery has announced plans to establish a European headquarters in Liverpool, supporting its growing Omoda and Jaecoo brands. At the same […]
When a rumour becomes a headline: The truth behind Jaguar’s “Petrol Comeback”
The image above is AI-generated, but you knew that already – didn’t you! Every so often, a single line of speculation escapes into the wild and takes on a life of its own. That’s exactly what happened last weekend, when a story suggested Jaguar was preparing to retreat from its all-electric future and quietly return to petrol […]
Last ever right-hand drive V12 XJS convertible for sale
This Jaguar XJS 6.0 V12 Celebration Convertible isn’t just rare — it’s the last right-hand-drive V12 convertible ever built. A true end-of-line Jaguar, hand-finished and quietly magnificent. For many years, it was cherished by a devoted Jaguar enthusiast who helped shape the Model Sections in Jaguar Enthusiast Magazine that the Club still benefits from today. This […]
TWR at 50 headlines a double motorsport celebration at Bicester Motion
The 2026 event season at Bicester Motion opened in emphatic style on Sunday 11 January, as the first Sunday Scramble of the year combined two major anniversaries into a single, sold-out celebration. At its centre sat a landmark display marking 50 years of Tom Walkinshaw Racing (TWR), supported by a broader programme celebrating motorsport past, present and future. With around 7,000 visitors braving […]
