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New Land Rover Defender wins major industry award
The all-new version of the iconic off-roader has been declared the 2021 World Car Design of the Year
10:50, 25 APR 2021
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The new Land Rover Defender has claimed a major automotive industry honour at the World Car Awards.
The Land Rover Defender has been named 2021 World Car Design of the Year at the annual World Car Awards. It’s the third time Land Rover has claimed the coveted prize following previous wins for Range Rover Velar (2018) and Range Rover Evoque (2012) and is the latest in a number of global awards for the rugged 4x4.
New Defender remains true to the pioneering spirit that has been a Land Rover hallmark for more than 70 years and redefines adventure for the 21st century. Iconic in name, shape and capability, it is available in a choice of body designs and can be personalised with a choice of four accessory packs to help owners make more of their world.
23rd April 2021 11:22 am
Production is to cease temporarily at Jaguar Land Rover’s Castle Bromwich and Halewood due to a global shortage of semiconductors.
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The shortage has been attributed to a significant increase in demand for semiconductors during the pandemic which has seen an increase in sales of consumer technology. The production of electric vehicles is also said to have put pressure on demands for chips.
JLR produces the XF, XJ, F-TYPE, F-PACE and Jaguar XE at Castle Bromwich in the West Midlands. Halewood in Merseyside produces the Range Rover Evoque and Land Rover Discovery Sport.
“We have adjusted production schedules for certain vehicles which means that our Castle Bromwich and Halewood manufacturing plants will be operating a limited period of non-production from Monday 26th April,” the company said in a statement. “We are working closely with affected suppliers to resolve the issues and minimise the impact on customer orders wherever possible.