Lotus
« Previous EntriesLotus may offer the Evora Platform to other car manufacturers
Thursday, November 12th, 2009A PDF file was leaked out detailing the plans of Lotus to offer the Evora platform to other automakers. The plan also includes a packaging solution for electric vehicles. This information though unconfirmed triggered a chain of discussion among Lotus fans. Everyone is wondering who will make use of the platform first? What will the [...]
Club Racer Lotus Elise to grace the Frankfurt Auto Show
Sunday, September 27th, 2009A car built for comfort, balanced ride, made from lightweight materials. A classic car of our times. This may be the perfect phrase to describe how Lotus transformed the Elise from drawing boards to reality. Fantastic as it is, the Elise will have a Club Racer version which is even more exciting and memorable.
The Club [...]
Lotus in America
Wednesday, April 22nd, 2009There are many automakers whose models are considered rare or elite in the United States. Among them are MG, MINI, and Lotus. Of the three, Lotus is probably the least well known and the most appreciated by aficionados of the marque.
Brief History of Lotus
Lotus was originally formed by engineer Colin Chapman in 1952, as Lotus [...]
Lotus Omnivore Concept Engine to get unveiled in Geneva
Wednesday, April 1st, 2009The Omnivore Concept Engine from Lotus Engineering will take a bow at the Geneva Motor Show that just kicked off. The Omnivore engine is set to take in and utilize any type of fuel that will be fed to it.
The engine from the renowned research division of Lotus is set to deliver the maximum work [...]
Lotus Engineers prove to be geniuses once again
Wednesday, August 20th, 2008Seriously though — found this article on Lotus Engineers coming up with a way to simulate engine noise for hybrid cars. At first you’d think that’s the most useless thing ever to please treehugging petrolheads (do they even exist?) but come to think of it a lot of your driving is done by ears — [...]
The Lotus Evora
Monday, July 28th, 2008The Lotus Evora is a new production Lotus that’s been scheduled for release in the summer of ‘09.
I have to say the Evora looks a lot more feminine than any other Lotus I’ve ever laid my eyes on, which will make it a lot more marketable to a new market for Lotus: that of people [...]
Lotus Essex Turbo
Monday, July 14th, 2008This is a beautiful MINT Lotus Essex Turbo (photo taken at donnington) with MASSIVE tires and obviously in greatcompany too!
Thank you goes out to lotusespritturbo.com!
Lotus Exige vs. Ford Mustang
Wednesday, May 14th, 2008Ha, not even The Stig can kill the Lotus.
3 Drawbacks:
- Expensive
- Noisy
- Can’t be fat
I’ll take it.
Lotus Type 72D
Thursday, May 1st, 2008This must be one of the most beautiful Lotuses ever made. Absolutely gorgeous.
Make sure you check out the official Lotus Site for more info!
Lotus Elise SC (Supercharged)
Saturday, April 26th, 2008217 HorsePower
0->60mph in 4.4sec
Average 33 miles to the gallon
202gr/km em
A little over 900kg
I’m loving this report thanks to our friends over at AutoCar.co.uk!
Great report, excellent car.