2011 is not just the launch year for the McLaren MP4-12C, but for a new car
company, with its past and future rooted in motorsport and with technological
innovation, manufacturing skill, and a unique heritage at its core. Close to 50
million GBP ($76 million) has been invested in the development of the new
McLaren Production Centre (MPC), which will be the birthplace of all future
sports cars from McLaren Automotive. MPC was opened on 17 November 2011 by UK
Prime Minister, the Rt. Hon. David Cameron MP. A new film, presented by McLaren
Group Executive Chairman and McLaren Automotive Managing Director Antony
Sheriff, marks this milestone in the development of McLaren Automotive.
The first MP4-12C from MPC was produced approximately 18 months after ground was
broken on site. During this term, McLaren Automotive has announced the launch of
a network of 35 retailers in 18 countries, which will be responsible for the
sale and service of the new MP4-12C and a future range of sports cars. McLaren
London is the company's flagship retailer and is located at the prestigious One
Hyde Park in Knightsbridge.