Charles Morgan to build rival cars

Sacked Morgan boss Charles Morgan is to set up new sports car company that he says will rival the 104-year-old British car manufacturer that bears his family name and recently dismissed him.

In a report in the Telegraph, Charles is quoted as saying his new company will “build on the innovation and heritage of my grandfather”.

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The news comes less than a month after Morgan lost his appeal against his dismissal from the Malvern carmaker his family set up in 1909.

Charles, who was dismissed on grounds of misconduct, told the Telegraph that he is seeking legal advice following the lost appeal.

In the meantime, car production at the Worcestershire plant is carrying on as normal – where 180 staff are employed to build 1,200 cars a year.

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By motoringresearch.com