The 2,011 hp hypercar features four individual electric motors and recently lapped the ‘Ring in 6:24. Commentators at Goodwood believe a computer software issue may be to blame for the crash. It’s unclear if Lotus can repair the car for the rest of the event. Given that the Lotus Evija X set the third-fastest time ever recorded around the Nurburgring Nordschleife a few months ago, one would have thought it would be able to handle the hill climb at the Goodwood Festival of Speed with ease. That’s proven not to be the case. This year’s celebration of all things automotive at Goodwood rece ..read more

Lotus Emeya EV beat multiple other electric cars in an independent charging speed test. China-built sedan recharged from 10-80 percent in 14 minutes and reached a peak charging rate of 402kW. Emeya charged faster than other high-rate EVs like the Hyundai Ioniq 5, but still took five times as long as a combustion car would. A zero to 62 mph (100 km/h) time of less than 2.8 seconds means the Lotus Emeya is undeniably a fast car. But accelerating is only one thing it does quickly. Charging is another. An Emeya recently beat a load of other fast-filling EVs in a charging competition, top ..read more

This rare C-01 has a John Player Special-inspired black and gold livery. The motorcycle is powered by a 1,195 cc engine from a KTM RC8 R with 200 hp. RM Sotheby’s says the Lotus has only accrued delivery mileage. There’s no other motorcycle on the planet quite like the Lotus C-01 and with just 100 examples built, it’s also one of the rarest bikes out there. On June 1, RM Sotheby’s will auction one off. Built in 2014, this C-01 is located in Toronto, Canada, and is one of just a handful delivered in North America. Adorned with a beautiful black and gold John Player Special-inspired liver ..read more

Lotus is expected to offer rear- and all-wheel drive versions of the Type 135. Underpinning the car will be the firm’s new Lightweight Electric Vehicle Architecture. The range-topping version will reportedly sport two electric motors for an output of 872 hp. The new battery-electric sports car from Lotus could cost around $95,000 when it hits the market, meaning it would be slightly cheaper than the current Emira V6, the brand’s last combustion-powered sports car. Lotus is expected to launch its new battery-electric sports car in 2025. The new model, currently known as the Type 135, wil ..read more

The Lotus Evija X, a heavily modified, one-off electric hypercar with 2,011 hp, set a blistering 6:24.047 lap time at the Nurburgring Nordschleife. This time makes it the third-fastest vehicle to ever lap the track, only behind purpose-built race cars. Lotus hasn’t revealed the full extent of the modifications, but they include extreme aerodynamic upgrades and a stripped-out interior focused on performance. Lotus decided to try and break the internet today, releasing the onboard footage of its one-off Evija X special lapping the Nurburgring in just 6:24.047 seconds. The stunning time make ..read more

The Lotus Type 12 was the first car the company raced in Formula 1. Chassis #353 was driven by Graham Hill at the 1958 Monaco Grand Prix. Bonhams estimates that it could sell for over $400,000. Lotus is one of the legends of F1, winning seven Constructor Championships and six Driver Championships between 1963 and 1979. But they all have to start somewhere, and for the legendary British automaker, that’s here. This 1957-58 Lotus-Climax Type 12 Formula 1 was the first car the brand ever entered in a Grand Prix. To make its provenance even more impressive, it also happens to be the first c ..read more

The Lotus Eletre will arrive in the United States late this year with a base price of $107,000. The entry-level electric crossover has 603 hp and can hit 62 mph in 4.5 seconds. The range-topping Eletre R costs $145,000 and boasts 905 hp. The Lotus Eletre is coming stateside and will arrive in the fourth quarter. When it does, the electric crossover will be priced from $107,000. Lotus was surprisingly coy on equipment details, but the entry-level model features LED headlights, gloss black accents, and 22-inch wheels wrapped in Pirelli P Zero tires. Customers will also find an expansive c ..read more

Lotus is launching a new personalization division with the new Chapman Bespoke. Named after Lotus’ founders Colin and Hazel Chapman, the new division will offer three main services – tailor-made, collection, and one-off. It will be initially available for Chinese customers, followed by other markets. The British carmaker is no stranger to special and limited editions but now, it takes personalization a step further, in line with the desires of its expanding customer base. The tailor-made service will offer a wider selection of colors and finishes for the exterior and interior of Lotus produ ..read more

Taking Lotus Tech public wasn’t the success story Geely may have hoped for. After two weeks, shares on the Nasdaq have plummeted by nearly 40%, from $13.80 at listing on February 23 to $8.37 at publication, dipping as low as $5.75 last week. In fact, it’s been the latest in a string of disappointments for the Chinese automaker, whose previous IPOs have been met with similar results. Share prices for Volvo Cars, Polestar, and ECARX have all fallen since opening, and these previous failures likely influenced the decisions of potential investors in Lotus. However, for parent Geely, it could be ..read more

The Lotus Emira has been certified by the California Air Resources Board (CARB) and deliveries of the mid-engined sports car can finally commence in the United States. Lotus has already shipped hundreds of Emiras into the United States but they had been stuck at dealerships waiting for emissions approval. While there are just 14 states in the U.S. that follow CARB standards, Lotus was holding back deliveries of the Emira across the entirety of the U.S. to ensure buyers in those states didn’t flip their vehicles to those residing in CARB states. In January, Lotus stated that some final checks ..read more