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[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...]

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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...]

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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...]

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Government again approve Regional Growth Fund £10m for Lotus

April 30, 2013 by Editor Leave a Comment

Business Secretary Vince Cable has said that the government has given Lotus the green light for it's £10m Regional Growth Fund cash boost, according to Norfolk's EDP newspaper. This was first approved under the companies last CEO Dany Bahar in October 2011 when Lotus promised 1,100 new jobs in the region from increased manufacturing output however following on from last year's takeover, the grant was scrapped and has since been re-applied for with a change of management and business plan under new owners DRB-Hicom. Lotus are yet to accept the offer however it's … [Read more...]

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Evora 414E Range Extender scoops prestigious Tech Award

April 16, 2013 by Editor Leave a Comment

The Lotus Evora 414E Range Extender Hybrid was chosen by the Editors of the SAE’s Automotive Engineering International Magazine for the SAE World Congresss Tech Award, for its design and engineering innovation, uniqueness, potential for “real-world” production application, and potential benefit for industry customers and end user. Aslam Farikullah, Chief Operating Officer for Lotus said, “In one high tech vehicle, the Lotus Evora 414E encompasses all the key areas of Lotus Engineering’s expertise, and doesn’t just demonstrate the high level of … [Read more...]

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Lotus to manufacture rolling chassis for new $135k EV

April 4, 2013 by Editor Leave a Comment

Lotus have confirmed that they will be manufacturing the rolling chassis for the new Detroit Electric SP:01 Electric Vehicle. The $135,000 EV will be based on Lotus' proven small platform as used in the Elise and Exige and the rolling chassis will include Lotus suspension, steering & braking with the suspension slightly modified to deal with the change in weight distribution. Once supplied to Detroit Electric, they will transport the chassis for final assembly in Wayne County, Michigan, USA for American bound cars or to Lochem in the Netherlands for EU cars. All … [Read more...]

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Ex-Lotus Director’s new company tease with Elise based Electric Vehicle

March 20, 2013 by Andy Betts Leave a Comment

After an absence of over 70 years, Detroit Electric, the innovative electric car manufacturer, has returned to the legendary Motor City, promising job creation and a range of exciting 100% electric vehicles for the mass market. The car certainly looked to be based on the MY10- Lotus Elise from the silhouette provided by Detroit Electric and we await comment from Lotus Cars regarding their involvement. Heralding the rebirth of the original electric car brand, Detroit Electric has announced the establishment of its corporate headquarters on the 18th floor of the … [Read more...]

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Evora gets 12 more months to comply with US advanced airbag requirements

March 11, 2013 by Editor Leave a Comment

The USA's National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has granted Lotus a 12 month exemption to the requirements for 'smart airbag' system regulations for their only USA product, the Evora. Under the regulations (FMVSS No. 208) the airbag system must be able to detect if the occupant of the front passenger seat has their seat belt buckled or unbuckled, allowing it to vary the force imparted to the airbag inflation in stages. The regulation now includes higher levels of validation with a 5th percentile female crash test dummy as well as 50th percentile male … [Read more...]

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Scare Yourself Sensible with the Lotus Driving Academy

February 28, 2013 by Editor Leave a Comment

The Lotus Driving Academy have re-introduced their popular 'Scare Yourself Sensible' experience and if you're quick, you could get in at a £30 saving! Held at the Hethel headquarters, participants will not only enjoy a comprehensive tour of the Lotus production facility, including a ‘behind-the-scenes’ look at the hand-crafted build of the award-winning Lotus Evora, but will also discover just why the driving public become smitten once they venture behind the wheel of a pure-bred Lotus sports car. You will take your place, with one of our professional Lotus … [Read more...]

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Colin Chapman inducted to Motorsport Hall of Fame

February 26, 2013 by Editor Leave a Comment

(L-R): Sir Jackie Stewart, Clive Chapman and Jackie Oliver at the 2013 Motor Sport magazine Hall of Fame

Colin Chapman CBE, the Lotus founder and engineer was recognised last night for his contribution to the automotive and motorsport industry at the 2013 Motor Sport Magazine Hall of Fame annual inauguration event. The motorsport glitterati attended a star-studded evening at the prestigious Royal Opera House where this outstanding engineer and visionary that became known for his technical innovations and Formula 1 ‘firsts’ was celebrated. Driven initially by his desire for motor racing, Colin Chapman built his first racing car in 1948 in a garage belonging to … [Read more...]

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