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    Posted on October 23, 2025

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    Last updated: January 21, 2026

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    UK car production plummeted 27% in September due to a cyberattack on Jaguar Land Rover, affecting over 5,000 organizations and costing the UK government an estimated £1.9 billion.

    UK Car Production Plummets 27% in September Due to Cyberattack

    (Reuters) -Britain's car production fell a sharp 27% in September, industry data showed on Friday, as an unprecedented cyberattack halted production for several weeks at Jaguar Land Rover, the country's largest carmaker.

    The cyberattack, classified as a category three systemic event due to its widespread impact, cost the British government an estimated 1.9 billion pounds ($2.55 billion) and affected over 5,000 organizations, according to a report published on Wednesday by an independent cybersecurity body.

    The luxury carmaker, owned by India's Tata Motors, makes about 1,000 cars a day across three UK factories.

    JLR said it will partially resume some manufacturing operations earlier this month after an almost six-week shutdown.

    A total of 51,090 cars rolled off production lines in the UK in September, the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) said.

    EMPLOYEE CAR SCHEME OVERHAUL RISKS PRODUCTION CUTS

    The slump comes as the sector warns that the government's plans to scrap employee car ownership schemes could cut over 1 billion pounds in revenue, put 5,000 jobs at risk and blow a near 500 million-pound hole in government finances from lost tax receipts.

    The schemes allow automotive workers to buy the cars they help make at preferential rates.

    SMMT said the government's plan to reclassify these vehicles and make them liable for company car tax would also result in 80,000 fewer new car sales annually and reduce UK production volumes by up to 20,000 units.

    "The move to scrap ECOS immediately puts that ambition in doubt and must be reversed given the damage it will inflict on the sector and exchequer revenues," SMMT Chief Mike Hawes said, referring to the government's goal to restore UK vehicle output to 1.3 million units annually.

    ($1 = 0.7451 pounds)

    (Reporting by Yamini Kalia in Bengaluru; Editing by Sahal Muhammed)

    Key Takeaways

    • •UK car production fell 27% in September.
    • •Cyberattack halted Jaguar Land Rover production.
    • •The attack affected over 5,000 organizations.
    • •Government plans to scrap car schemes could cut revenue.
    • •SMMT warns of reduced car sales and production volumes.

    Frequently Asked Questions about UK car production fell by a quarter in September amid JLR cyberattack

    1What is a cyberattack?

    A cyberattack is an attempt to damage, disrupt, or gain unauthorized access to computer systems, networks, or devices. It can involve various tactics, including malware, phishing, and denial-of-service attacks.

    2What is Jaguar Land Rover (JLR)?

    Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) is the largest car manufacturer in the UK, known for producing luxury vehicles. It is owned by Tata Motors, an Indian automotive company.

    3What is the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT)?

    The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) is a trade association representing the UK automotive industry. It provides insights and statistics on car production and sales.

    4What is an employee car ownership scheme?

    An employee car ownership scheme allows workers in the automotive sector to purchase the cars they help manufacture at preferential rates, often providing financial benefits and incentives.

    5What is the impact of a cyberattack on production?

    A cyberattack can halt production processes, leading to significant financial losses and operational disruptions. In the case of JLR, it resulted in a 27% decline in UK car production.

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