Britain’s car industry has been severely affected by cyberattacks, with Jaguar Land Rover halting production for over a month. The company, which employs 34,000 people in Britain, was hit by an extortion-based cyberattack that halted systems and production at its factories in England and around the world.
The attack is part of a growing trend of large-scale cyberattacks on companies worldwide, exposing vulnerabilities and putting customer data at risk. This year, three major British brands – Jaguar Land Rover, Marks & Spencer, and Co-op – have been disrupted by cyberattacks, causing pain to customers, workers, suppliers, and government officials.
Cybersecurity experts say that defending digital operations is a constant challenge, and companies must be vigilant in protecting themselves against threats. As one expert notes, “It’s just Britain is having a pretty bad run of it,” highlighting the scale of disruption caused by cyberattacks.
The impact on the British economy and jobs is significant, with Jaguar Land Rover’s supply chain supporting an additional 120,000 British jobs. The company’s halt in production also led to suppliers cutting staff hours or laying off workers.
As the threat of cyberattacks continues to grow, companies must prioritize digital security to prevent similar disruptions in the future.
Source: https://www.nytimes.com/2025/10/06/business/jaguar-range-rover-cyberattacks-britain.html