Tag: British Leyland

The TR7 was meant to save British Leyland. Instead, 3,000 uncommunicated design changes turned it into a symbol of corporate chaos - and helped kill one of Britain’s biggest carmakers.

In 1975, the UK government took control of British Leyland to prevent the collapse of its car industry. Facing massive losses and falling sales, nationalization saved key brands like the Mini and Range Rover-buying time for future revival.