Jaguar Land Rover has reacted to the recent fuel crisis and emission targets by employing 600 new engineering and technicians dedicated to the task of developing a most efficient engine.
Currently, none of the Jaguar or Land Rover vehicles meet EU emission targets, which are currently set at 120 grams per km. In a few years time, engines that fail to meet these guidelines with incur penalties and the manufacturer risks suffering.
Gaydon in Warwickshire will house most of the new jobs being offered, and will also see the beginning of a graduate program.
Tata, the Indian company that now owns the Jaguar Land Rover group, approved the plan but was not the driving force, and will not be directly involved in running the campaign.