Carmaker finally restarts production month after cyberattack

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10 Oct 2025 • 1:46 AM MYT
The Independent
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  • Jaguar Land Rover has begun restarting Range Rover production lines in Solihull following a major cyber attack that halted operations for over a month.
  • A phased production restart commenced on Wednesday, with all JLR manufacturing sites, including overseas factories, expected to be fully operational by the end of next week.
  • The cyber attack, which occurred on 31 August, caused significant disruption and contributed to a 17.1 per cent drop in sales and a 24.2 per cent tumble in wholesales between July and September.
  • JLR's global manufacturing director, Luis Vara, highlighted a 'strong sense of unity and momentum' among production workers returning to their roles.
  • The company is providing an extended support package to suppliers, offering payments up to 120 days early, bolstered by a £1.5 billion government loan guarantee.

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