The Metalúrgica de Santa Ana factory, specializing in the production of agricultural equipment, is inaugurated in Linares (Spain).

In its early years, the company manufactures parts and components for tractors and other machinery.

An agreement is signed with Land Rover for the licensed production of off-road vehicles.

The first Land Rover Santana vehicles roll off the production line, adapted to the harsh conditions of Spain.

The brand becomes a key player in the markets of South America, Africa, and Europe.

Export lines are opened: Santana supplies vehicles to over 50 countries.

The Santana range expands: the Series II and Series III versions are launched, recognized for their robustness and durability.

During the years of highest production, the factory produces up to 30,000 vehicles per year.

Santana Motors obtains the right to develop and modify its vehicles without Land Rover’s approval.

The company launches its own versions of off-road vehicles, adapted for both military and civilian uses.

A contract is signed with Suzuki, initiating production of Suzuki SJ and other models under the Santana brand.

The successful launch of models such as the Suzuki Samurai, Vitara, and Jimny at the Spanish factory.

The government of Andalusia takes control of the company, attempting to reorganize it.

Development of the Santana Aníbal (PS-10), an in-house off-road vehicle inspired by the classic Defender.

New agreements are signed with IVECO, leading to the launch of the Massif model.

The Santana factory in Linares closes, and the final vehicles roll off the production line.

The Santana brand officially ceases operations.

Grupo JPG retains the Intellectual Property and maintains the distribution of spare parts for Santana vehicles still on the road.

Creation of Santana Motors, S.L., with the participation of several automotive industry experts and the JPG Group, aiming to revive the legendary Santana brand at its historic facilities.

The project is backed by the Santana Motors team, the Linares City Council, and the Regional Government of Andalusia to reactivate the brand from its iconic facilities.

First vehicle after a 13-year hiatus.

Designed specifically for public agencies and tenders.

Presentation to the Andalusian Regional Government in Beijing of the 'Santana Factory' project, a collaboration between Santana Motors and the Coronet Group.

The project receives support from the Spanish regional government for the reindustrialization of the area.

Santana is introducing a new vehicle, a pickup truck with two engine options: the Santana 400D with a 2.3-liter diesel engine producing 190 CV and the Santana PHEV, a plug-in hybrid with an electric range of up to 120 km and a combined range of more than 1,000 km.

Car production comes back to Linares; the production of the Santana 400 officially starts thanks to the industrial and commercial agreement between Santana Motors and BAIC.

Jesús Calleja and Edu Blanco take part in the Dakar Rally 2026 with the Santana Pick-Up T1+, an off-road vehicle powered by a 2.9-liter twin-turbo V6 engine producing 430 CV and 660 Nm of torque.

Sadly, they could not reach the finish line due to an accident on the 5th day of the competition.

Santana launches a new SUV, the Santana Cajal, inspired by the Spanish scientist Santiago Ramón y Cajal. A 4x4 with a 2.0-liter diesel engine, a maximum power output of 163 CV, and 390 Nm of torque.

Santana opens a new dealership in Pamplona, where sales of the Santana 400 will begin.