Overview
- JLR told media it is untrue that it terminated Gerry McGovern’s employment and declined to comment further on what it called speculative reports.
- A spokesperson would not confirm whether McGovern remains on staff, though he is still listed as chief creative officer on the company’s website.
- Autocar India earlier reported he was sacked and escorted from JLR’s Gaydon studio, a claim that has not been verified publicly.
- The rumors gained traction after PB Balaji became CEO in November, with outlets noting the timing while stressing the link remains speculative.
- McGovern has shaped recent Land Rover and Jaguar design, including Range Rover models, the Defender, and Jaguar’s Type 00 concept for a premium EV push.