Jaguar Land Rover has announced the shock departure of David Smith as Chief Executive Officer.  His departure occured on January 25.

In a very short revelation, Jaguar PR Manager Jonathan Griffiths wrote:  "The Company would like to thank David for his efforts in the role and for his service to Jaguar and Land Rover over many years.

"Ravi Kant, Director of JaguarLandRover Ltd will assist with the handover of David's duties and assume day to day responsibilities of the CEO until David's permanent successor is announced."