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Chromed… The World’s shiniest Lotus Esprit

May 21, 2013 by Editor Leave a Comment

Some people just aren't happy when their car is cleaned, polished and waxed to what we'd call a mirror shine, they take it to the next level. Esprit owner Jamie Garroch (JamieG) of Reading, Berks, UK was one such mirror perfectionist and has had his car wrapped in chrome vinyl. In steps TLF photographer extraordinaire Malcolm Feth of www.nineteen80one.com for a photoshoot and all we can say is "Wow". Jamie: OK, it's more than a cliché but like many Esprit owners, I grew up in the 70's and 80's and was influenced by the Bond films. I'd always wanted the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Blogs, Gallery, Other News & Features Tagged With: Chrome Wrap, Lotus Esprit

[PICS] Lotus Hedge End open for business!

May 20, 2013 by Editor Leave a Comment

This weekend saw the latest dealership in the UK network open it's doors to Lotus owners, future customers and enthusiasts. With a full complement of the current range of Lotus cars available to test drive, Lotus sent ex-F1 driver and Brand Ambassador Martin Donnelly to accompany customers and offer real hands-on advice on what these cars were capable of. Lucky visitors even had a chance to be driven by the man himself, a real privilege which isn't to be passed up on and although tame on the roads, a taste of the talents of an F1 driver! The new Exige S was very … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Gallery, Lotus Cars News Tagged With: Aslam Farikullah, Lotus Hedge End, Martin Donnelly

Victory for Rob Fenn in Lotus Cup UK at Brands Hatch

May 20, 2013 by Editor Leave a Comment

Rob Fenn narrowly defeated Adrian Hall in round three of Lotus Cup UK as the championship supported the DTM at Brands Hatch. The pair, who both suffered poor starts to their seasons, battled throughout the hour-long race, with the lead changing hands but two decisive moves from Fenn signalled his determination to win. The first came in the early stages and as Fenn ran around the outside of Hall through both Paddock Hill and Druids bends, he had the inside line for Graham Hill to take the lead. Later on amongst traffic, a fine exit from Graham Hill enabled him … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Motorsport News Tagged With: Brands Hatch, Go Green Motorsport, LoTRDC, Lotus Cup UK, Rob Fenn

Lotus COO Aslam Farikullah confirmed for Snows Lotus Hedge End opening

May 14, 2013 by Editor 4 Comments

Lotus boss Aslam Farikullah will be making an appearance at the opening of the newest addition to the Lotus dealership network. Lotus Hedge End, part of the sizable Snows Group will be holding a VIP open event starting this Friday through to Sunday (17th to 19th May), details of which can be found here. Aslam Farikullah will be attending the event on Saturday the 18th at midday. If you're planning on coming along and would like to arrange a test drive, you will need to book in advance and there are a couple of slots left. Details on how to do this can be found here. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Lotus Cars News Tagged With: Aslam Farikullah, Lotus Hedge End

Club Lotus Castle Combe trackday – 25th May 2013

May 14, 2013 by Editor 17 Comments

Club Lotus have held this event for many years at the excellent Castle Combe circuit in Wiltshire. It's a great family day out and a chance to get your car out on track in a safe environment with other owners in a Lotus-only environment. There are still places available to get in on the trackday, details below in this from Alan Morgan, Chairman of Club Lotus. We've still got some track driving packages left so we’re throwing the day open to all Lotus enthusiasts. if you want to join in the fun see www.clublotus.co.uk or contact AnneMarie at Club HQ to book your … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Other News & Features Tagged With: Castle Combe, Club Lotus

Another podium for Kimi in Spain

May 13, 2013 by Editor Leave a Comment

With a performance that captured the imagination of every motorsport fan around the world yesterday, the Lotus F1® Team rose to the occasion for the fifth round of the FIA 2013 Formula One® World Championship competition that played out under sunny Spanish skies at Barcelona’s Circuit de Cataluñya. The Enstone based black and gold troupe served the Lotus name proudly with Kimi delivering a P2 finish and a points haul that places him ever closer to the Championship title position, with only 4 points keeping him off the top spot. Not such a great race for Romain … [Read more...]

Filed Under: F1™ News Tagged With: Kimi Räikkönen, Lotus F1 Team, Spanish GP

Victory for Gregory Rasse in Lotus Cup Europe Dijon

May 13, 2013 by Kevin Ritson Leave a Comment

Gregory Rasse proved to be too quick for Jon Walker in the battle of the V6 drivers as Lotus Cup Europe headed to Dijon-Prenois. The Englishman's Exige was the class of the field in qualifying but when it came to the races, his Belgian rival was able to keep up the pressure in the Evora, taking the lead on both occasions. Xavier Georges headed the chase in his four-cylinder 2-Eleven but despite an impressive performance in qualifying, was unable to stay with the leaders. He took a strong third in race one, before losing out to the more powerful cars of Nikolaj … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Motorsport News Tagged With: Dijon, LoTRDC, Lotus Cup Europe

Goodwood Revival Jim Clark Tribute

May 10, 2013 by Editor Leave a Comment

On the 50th anniversary of the first of his two Formula 1 World Championship victories, this year’s Goodwood Revival annual driver tribute will be to the legendary Scottish racer Jim Clark. A daily track parade at the Goodwood Motor Circuit will include a variety of Jim Clark’s most famous cars to honour the life and achievements of this incredible and versatile man. The track parade will feature a wealth of famous competition cars, spanning a variety of different genres; in the course of his all too brief career, Clark achieved success in single-seaters, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Other News & Features Tagged With: Goodwood, Goodwood Revival, Jim Clark

Nick Chester appointed Lotus F1 Team Technical Director

May 8, 2013 by Editor Leave a Comment

Lotus F1 Team is pleased to announce the promotion of Nick Chester to the position of Technical Director. Nick will replace the departing James Allison, who will leave Enstone after working with the team most recently since 2005 and previously from 1991-1992 and 1994-1999. Nick has worked at Enstone since 2000, most recently as Engineering Director, and previously as Head of Performance Systems, Head of Vehicle Performance Group and Race Engineer. Prior to coming to Enstone, Nick worked for Arrows Grand Prix for five years. Eric Boullier, Team Principal: “We … [Read more...]

Filed Under: F1™ News Tagged With: Éric Boullier, James Allison, Lotus F1 Team, Nick Chester

Lotus Engineering’s ProActive Magazine – Issue 48

May 8, 2013 by Editor Leave a Comment

Click the link below to read the latest issue of Lotus Engineering's ProActive online magazine. This quarters edition contains features and interviews from Lotus and the industry including an excellent article about hydrogen power for cars, an interview with Lotus Head of Quality Dave Leggett and 'Material Trends', a feature on what materials are being used in today's lightweight cars. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Lotus Cars News Tagged With: Lotus Engineering, Lotus Proactive

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