MG was born from a desire to make driving exciting. At Morris Garages, Cecil Kimber turned everyday cars into something special.

From the start, MG stood for spirit, style, and performance — built to be felt, not just driven.

William Morris (founder)

Cecil Kimber (co-founder)
Cecil Kimber’s vision beginsFirst MG models emergePerformance-first DNA

MG "Old Number" One (1925)
MG found its home in Abingdon and its confidence on the track. This era proved MG could engineer for real-world thrills.

Records weren’t just headlines — they were proof that MG belonged among the great performance marques.


Abingdon becomes MG’s heartLand speed milestones achievedMotorsport credibility grows
MG dominated international motorsport, proving British engineering on the world’s most demanding tracks.

Founded in Oxford, MG set out to build lightweight sports cars that made driving thrilling and accessible.

MG MGA model (1955-1962)
Le Mans & land-speed recordsGlobal racing recognitionWorldwide export success
MG became a cultural symbol — stylish, youthful, and driven by passion.

Founded in Oxford, MG set out to build lightweight sports cars that made driving thrilling and accessible.


MGB (1962-1980) becomes a legendPerformance-led identityEnthusiast culture strengthened
MG reignited excitement with new energy and new models. The story continued, rooted in community and driven by passion.

From Abingdon to the track again, MG reminded the world what it means to build cars with character.


MGF launches worldwideMG returns to AbingdonTouring car presence resurges
MG evolved into a modern global brand, expanding its lineup for today’s drivers. Design and technology moved center stage.

This chapter was about access and ambition — creating cars that fit real lives, without losing MG’s soul.

New body styles introducedGlobal footprint expandsModern MG identity established
MG steps into the future with electrification and bold innovation. A new era is being built right now.
The mission stays the same: deliver driving joy — reimagined for the next century.