Over the years, Jaguar has developed a reputation for technical innovation and for producing high-class cars for very reasonable cost. This book travels chronologically through Jaguar's techinical history, each chapter starting at a crucial point in the company's evolution. From Harry Weslake's development of Jaguar's original Standard-derived OHV engine, used in the SS Jaguar 100, to the technology incorporated in the latest X-type and S-type models, the reader is taken on a fascinating journey through the Jaguar archives, revealing many fascinating and previously unknown behind-the-scenes details of the company's engineering story.

Jeff Daniels, a former Technical Editor of Autocar and current Technical Editor of EVO, writes with both authority and style on technical subjects. Highly respected for his ability to explain often complex subjects in accessible terms, he has been a regular columnist in leading motor industry publications, and has done radio and TV work. He lives in London.