Tag: Lotus

It takes a very special sort of brain to look at a S1 Lotus Elise and think, “Way too heavy. What are we doing here, building Lincoln Town Cars?” However, that sort of mindset was espoused by Lotus brand founder Colin Chapman, and you’d have to expect ol’ Colin wouldn’t be too upset about the […]

Few founders have left such a strong mark on their company that their ethos remains the driving force of the company even decades after their death, but if such a list exists, Colin Chapman can certainly be counted among its ranks. In the spirit of building lightweight cars—something Chapman famously approved of—Lotus will add a […]

For Lotus, making a sports car is in their blood. They’ve been doing it since the ’50s for motorsport, the ’70s with the Espirit and Elan models, but really took off in the ’90s with the Elise and Exige and onward. Now we’re graced with different editions of the Emira, with two different engine types […]

Ahead of his debut headline show at the Royal Albert Hall next week, Kojey Radical has extended his creativity beyond the studio for his latest collaboration with Lotus. Reimagining the Lotus Emeya Hyper GT — the British automotive manufacturer’s luxury sports EV — the East London artist draws from his new album, Don’t Look Down […]

Revealed as a tribute to the 50th anniversary of the original 1975 Giugiaro-designed wedge, the Encor Series 1 replaces the classic fiberglass shell with a single-piece autoclaved carbon-fiber body. This material swap helps keep the vehicle’s wet weight to approximately 2,645 lbs, resulting in a power-to-weight ratio of 333 hp per tonne. Performance targets include […]

Lotus Singapore is celebrating the regional arrival of the Emira Turbo SE, the brand’s new performance flagship and the most powerful Emira to date. Reviving the legendary “SE” badge, the new model marks a significant leap in Lotus’ modern sports car lineup with sharper performance and bold design upgrades. Powered by a 2L turbocharged four-cylinder […]

Lotus has unveiled the Emira Clark Edition, a striking tribute to motorsport legend Jim Clark, limited to just 60 cars in select global markets. The special edition debuted at the 2025 Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix, marking 60 years since Clark’s historic 1965 season — when he won both the Formula 1 World Championship and […]

There’s often a “shame” that comes with purchasing the entry level model and trim of specific cars, as unfortunate as that may be. And while there’s a multitude of decisions as to why someone would, the fact of the matter is that they are entry level for a reason. For Lotus and its most recent […]

Lotus has launched a new and exciting limited edition Emira series, a homage to its Formula One legacy. Based on the acclaimed four-cylinder Emira, this exclusive collection features five bespoke liveries inspired by iconic Lotus race cars. Each design is limited to just 12 units, symbolizing Ayrton Senna’s race number during his Lotus career. The […]

Lotus has unveiled its latest performance flagship, the Emira Turbo SE, alongside a revised Turbo and V6 range, designed to replace the existing First Edition variants. The Emira Turbo SE stands out as the most powerful Emira to date, boasting a 4-cylinder turbocharged engine that delivers 400 hp, a 0-60 mph time of 4 seconds […]

Lotus has unveiled its latest concept car, the Theory 1, an all-electric supercar that showcases the brand’s cutting-edge technology and design. With a top speed of 200 mph and a sleek, futuristic three-seat configuration, the Theory 1 demonstrates that Lotus is still focused on high-performance sports cars, even as it expands into the EV and […]

It’s coming. After its official launch in 2022 and subsequent difficulties getting it to pass the United States’ strict EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) and CARB (California Air Resources Board) emissions regulations, the Lotus Emira has finally been cleared to be sold on our shores. Naturally, we had to experience one for ourselves. There’s already a […]

Lotus has unveiled its first-ever Hyper-GT model, the Emeya, a four-door vehicle designed to set a new standard for luxury and performance in the electric vehicle market. The company’s CEO, Feng Qingfeng, announced the launch in New York City, stating that the Emeya combines Lotus’ rich heritage with intelligent performance and the latest technologies, pushing […]