JBR Capital targets expanded luxury vehicle lending after Shawbrook acquisition

Specialist automotive finance house JBR Capital is set to significantly expand its lending operations in the luxury, hypercar, and supercar markets following its acquisition by Shawbrook Group.

As part of this expansion, JBR Capital will enhance its already industry-leading customer service by increasing the maximum loan amount to £2 million per vehicle or customer. The company is also streamlining its loan approval process, reducing approval times to as little as four hours.

Darren Selig, founder and chief commercial officer of JBR Capital, said: "Shawbrook's acquisition of JBR Capital will propel our business forward, allowing us to deliver an even better customer experience. With Shawbrook's resources -backed by over half a million customers and more than £15bn in customer deposits - we can offer faster, more comprehensive services, including higher lending limits and quicker approvals."

Both Shawbrook and JBR Capital share a commitment to exceptional customer service, combining advanced

Shawbrook CEO Marcelino Castrillo added: "JBR's expertise in this niche sector of motor finance is unmatched. By integrating JBR's capabilities with Shawbrook's 'best of both' approach, combining technology with human expertise, we aim to extend JBR’s premium finance solutions to more customers who value flexibility and certainty."