Biographical Data - E

Edwardes, Sir Michael

Sir Michael restructured the Leyland Group into two car branches in 1977: Jaguar-Rover-Triumph and Austin-Morris.
He puts the trade unions in their place and brings "tension" back to the company.
1981 he decides on the license construction of the Honda Ballad as Triumph "Acclaim".
He takes the view that the partnership with Honda must not endanger the ROVER identity.

Elford, Vic

Vic Elford is a member of the ROVER racing and rally team in 1964. He is also known as Porsche and Grand Prix pilot.