Jaguar Land Rover (JLR), owned by Tata, has announced plans to cut up to 500 management jobs in the UK through a voluntary redundancy programme. This decision will affect around 1.5% of the company’s workforce in the UK, with JLR describing it as a part of normal business practice.
The job cuts come after JLR reported a 10.7% decline in quarterly wholesale volumes compared to the previous year. The company attributed this decline to a challenging period in the automotive industry. In addition, JLR highlighted the planned wind down of legacy Jaguar models ahead of the launch of new Jaguar vehicles in 2026.
One factor contributing to the decline in wholesale volumes was a temporary halt in shipments of models to the US in April 2025. This pause was a result of the introduction of US import tariffs. Despite these challenges, JLR is undergoing a transformation to introduce a new portfolio of electric vehicles starting in 2026.
Production of certain Jaguar models, such as the XE, XF, and F-TYPE, has already ended at the Castle Bromwich plant in the UK. The I-PACE and E-PACE models, produced in Austria, were also phased out in December 2024. Wholesale volumes for the quarter stood at 87,286 units, excluding the Chery Jaguar Land Rover China JV, representing a 21.7% decrease from the previous quarter.
In the midst of these changes, JLR is preparing for a new era of electric vehicles and innovative technologies. The company remains committed to adapting to the evolving automotive landscape and ensuring its long-term sustainability.
As the automotive industry continues to undergo transformation, JLR’s decision to streamline its operations through the voluntary redundancy programme reflects the company’s efforts to navigate challenges and position itself for future success.
