Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) have announced record global sales - up 30% in 2012 following strong market performances from the UK, China and the U.S. The company sold 357,773 vehicles across 177 markets worldwide. Land Rover sold more cars in 2012 than ever before - up 36% while Jaguar sales were up 6%.Jaguar Land Rover has also confirmed that it will create up to 800 new jobs at its advanced manufacturing facility in Solihull to support the introduction of new model programmes throughout 2013.
Commenting, local MP Caroline Spelman said: “Another set of figures from JLR and another good reason to congratulate this company on their impressive record. JLR’s success reflects the company’s strength, their competitive spirit, their good management and their excellent workforce. Everyone involved deserves a big thank you from the community as JLR stimulates growth in supplier industries as well as providing good employment opportunities which are due to increase with 800 new jobs coming soon.”