Several of the key design components that make the Defender so recognisable are because of Mel McWhirter and her team. Tailoring the vehicle to suit all varying tastes and the global market requirements. Mel graduated with a Fashion Textiles degree but her passion for cars led her to pursue a different avenue to most of her peers. A huge part of her career was reinventing the Defender model. “It makes me so proud today to say that I look after Defender Materiality and that Defender is contributing so much towards JLR’s success.” Read more about Mel’s exciting career here at JLR. #Defender #WomenatJLR #CarMateriality https://lnkd.in/gsVYbbEh
As a defender owner how can the people responsible miss the most easiest of design flaws? In the rain or after it has stopped raining, when you open the door to get in ( either side, front or rear) the water collected enters the cabin over the seats and electronics and the leather. There is no drip rail. Could this not be designed into the roof above the doors so it runs off via the bonnet and A posts?
Awesome. Great to continue working with you on our fantastic cars!
Great to see this work recognised, congratulations
Great to see you get this recognition Mel, well deserved. I hope you keeping well.
Women power 💪♥️
Superstar Mel…. Well deserved recognition for all the superb work on Defender (and so much more!!!)
Great to see women in what was once a male dominated industry. Well done 👏
I love my defender so thanks loads to you and the team.
Materiality Manager | Jaguar Land Rover
2wSooo amazing to see this unparalleled professional and kindest soul being recognised! Super well done, Mel McWhirter - so lucky to be part of your team and learning so much from your experience during these 8 years together! Keep inspiring us! 💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻