Jaguar in talks to lease Silverstone

London, England - British Grand Prix circuit Silverstone is in talks to lease the property to Jaguar Land Rover.

Jaguar in talks to lease Silverstone

Jaguar could operate the site as an equivalent to Daimler's Mercedes-Benz World.

The owners of the Formula One site say a vote of its members has authorised the board to continue discussing the deal.

British media have reported that Jaguar has been considering turning the site into a “heritage centre” to show off the company's cars alongside its offices, a hotel and visitor centre.

Members of the British Racing Drivers' Club, which owns the Northamptonshire circuit and surrounding land, voted on Thursday evening to continue discussions with Jaguar Land Rover.

A spokeswoman said: “The potential deal would align Silverstone with two premier British brands and put the BRDC on a stronger financial footing.”

Jaguar Land Rover did not immediately respond to a request for comment, but it is thought that it could operate the site as an equivalent to locations such as Daimler's Mercedes-Benz World in London, which offers family days including driving experiences, guided tours and simulated rides, raising extra revenue for the firm.

Reuters