DEFENDER
Women of defender
Women of defender
supporting confident women

WOMEN EMBRACING THE IMPOSSIBLE

THIS MONTH AND ALWAYS, WE CELEBRATE THE INTREPID WOMEN WHO ACT BOLDLY AND STRIVE TO EMBRACE THE IMPOSSIBLE

“Women embody the Defender lifestyle in everything they do. From making possible the everyday moments that matter, to pursuing once-in-a-lifetime heroic achievement, women show us there is greatness in embracing the impossible.”
Charlotte Blank, US Chief Marketing Officer,
JLR North America

THE WOMEN BEHIND DEFENDER

MICHELLE O’CONNOR

Chief technical specialist in vehicle dynamics at JLR, Michelle O'Connor helped to tune the ride and handling of Defender and is now dedicated to mentoring a new generation of women engineers.
Michelle O'Connor
Daniela Andrei
Lucy Moy
Dorka Bosze

EMBRACING THE IMPOSSIBLE EVERY DAY

Defender of Women Long History

HONOURING WOMEN ADVENTURERS

Since inception, Defender vehicles have inspired and empowered women to pursue their passions and strive for excellence. From daily commutes to off-road competition to navigating the globe, there’s never been a more powerful pairing for adventure.
Defender of Women Inspiring Confidence

INSPIRING CONFIDENCE

Defender vehicles tackle even the most challenging terrain, giving you the confidence to go further. All-wheel Drive and ultra-responsive handling deliver an uncompromised drive wherever the road leads you, and an intuitive driver display shows you the most relevant information on the journey ahead.

DEFENDER x REBELLE RALLY

Liza Beres and Jenna Fribley make for fierce competition. They chose the Defender 130 to assist them as they put their off-road abilities and navigation skills to the test during the Rebelle Rally, an all-women off-road challenge.
Defender x Rebelle Rally

BIGGER THAN A DESTINATION

There’s a rich history of women harnessing the power of Defender to help them achieve more, from challenging themselves at the Camel Trophy to exploring the Australian outback. When it comes to Defender and the women who drive them, the future looks bright.
Bigger than destination
Defender of Women See More Do More

WOMEN TO THE RESCUE

Winners of the 2021 Defender Service Awards Coastal & Marine Conservation category, the heroic New York Marine Rescue Center uses their Defender to assist the team as they research and rehabilitate marine mammals and sea turtles on the American East Coast.
Defender of Women Rewriting Rules

REWRITING THE RULES

Just outside the unmistakable and inspiring landscape of Zion National Park in Utah, four amazing pro-riders are transforming the sport of freeride mountain biking with the help of their e-bikes and their Defender vehicle.

BUILD YOUR OWN DEFENDER

Made for every adventure and every woman. Customise it all; from size, colours and interior detailing to driving aids and accessories. Choose a Defender that fits your unique lifestyle.