Author Archives: Thorburn

Lotus Cars – Fortune Favours the Brave

We almost didn’t feature this, we’ve all seen the Evora GTE already and there wasn’t much in the way of new information here. Then they added the pictures up on the press site and I spotted the spoiler. Nice to … Continue reading

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Lotus Cars – Actions Speak Louder than Words (Evora MY12 Updates)

Another new model from Frankfurt…. The Evora S IPS has been unveiled, combining the Evora S supercharged engine with the Evora IPS’s paddle shift automatic gearbox and all the lovely MY12 enhancements. This one is sure to please the US … Continue reading

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Lotus Cars – Group Lotus unveils the next generation Exige at Frankfurt

First up from Frankfurt, and it’s been rumoured for YEARS – the Exige V6! 1080kg Lightweight Exige Chassis + 350 PS 3.5l V6 Supercharged Evora S Engine = The all NEW Exige S Raw performance, agility, unparalleled ride and handling … Continue reading

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LRGP – Lotus Renault GP announce new sponsorship deals

Good news for those worried about Lotus Renault GP’s financial position, they’ve announced a number of news sponsors for Monza and the rest of the season. It certainly looks like Bruno Senna is bringing a fair few sponsors with him. … Continue reading

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Lotus Renault GP – Nick out, Senna in for the rest of 2011

As expected, Lotus Renault GP have announced that Nick Heidfeld has been dropped for the rest of 2011, and Bruno Senna will be taking his place. Lotus Renault GP and Nick Heidfeld have reached an amicable settlement today and have … Continue reading

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Lotus Cars – Another Lotus Bites the Dust…

Nope, not an announcement for the rumoured Exige Road Rally Car, but a new special edition being auctioned for charity – Eddie you might want to get your bid in in advance…. Lotus announces its latest charitable donation for the … Continue reading

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Julian Thomson prints raise over £2,200 for charity

Julian Thomson, designer of the original Elise, has produced a range of canvas prints based around the Elise’s design ideas in conjunction with Eliseparts, each being produced in a limited run of just 111 pieces, and signed and numbered by … Continue reading

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Lotus Magazine – All Hail “The Style of Speed”

Issue 3 of the Lotus Magazine is out, and judging by the cover I think I might have preferred Issue 2’s photo shoot… Issue three of the Lotus Magazine hits the shelves paying homage to Lotus’ most powerful trademarks: competitive … Continue reading

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Lotus Cars – Lotus Sport Heads Stateside

News from Lotus about the formation of Lotus Sport USA, which will be testing the Evora GTE. The factory endorsed team will focus primarily on the GT2 and LMP2 classes in IMSA (International Motor Sport Association). Following the recent announcement … Continue reading

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Lotus at the Goodwood Festival of Speed 2011 – Gallery

This gallery contains 41 photos.

Lotus had a strong presence at this years Goodwood Festival of Speed, with Group Lotus, Lotus Renault GP and Classic Team Lotus all in attendance, with stands and demonstration runs on the hill. You can find our photo highlights for … Continue reading

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