Jaguar has announced that its upcoming luxury four-door GT will be called Type 01, marking the start of a new generation for the British car brand, writes Brian Byrne. The name combines Jaguar’s heritage with its electric future.
“Type” references iconic models such as the C-type, E-type and F-type, while “0” stands for zero tailpipe emissions and “1” signifies the first model in Jaguar’s new era.
The car, designed and built in the UK, is expected to feature tri-motor electric technology producing more than 1,000hp and 1,300Nm of torque. Prototype versions of the Type 01 will appear at the Monaco E-Prix in a camouflage wrap ahead of the model’s full reveal later this year.
Managing Director Rawdon Glover described the car as part of a complete brand reset, saying the Type 01 represents Jaguar’s next chapter in design, technology and performance.
