Lotus Esprit revival gets a green light – report
November 13, 2009 by Matt Brogan
Filed under Car News, Lotus
After what seems like years of conjecture from the brand, Lotus has, according to UK publication Autocar, given the green light to a replacement for its famed Esprit model.
The Esprit went out of production in 2004 but could be back on the roads by as early as next decade.
Set to be positioned above the Evora [...]
Lotus Exige Scura unveiled
October 27, 2009 by Matt Brogan
Filed under Car News, Lotus
As spotted by CarAdvice at the Tokyo Motor Show, Lotus have unveiled its latest special edition: the Exige Scura.
The Scura, translated as ‘dark’ from Italian, is so called due to its dramatic matt black and carbon fibre theme. The name ‘Scura’ reflects the stealth character of this already fierce looking Lotus and its stunning soft-feel [...]
Lotus Exige Scura limited edition unveiled
October 20, 2009 by George Skentzos
Filed under 2009 Tokyo, Car News, Lotus, Motor Shows
Lotus has unveiled its most menacing version of the Exige yet at the Tokyo Motor Show.
Translated as ‘dark’ from Italian, the aptly named Exige Scura boasts a dramatic matt black and carbon fibre theme reflecting the stealth character of this fierce Lotus.
Limited to just 35 cars worldwide, the Exige Scura features enhanced performance and a [...]
Lotus Cars come to Brisbane
October 19, 2009 by Alborz Fallah
Filed under Car News, Lotus, Queensland
Lotus Cars have finally found a home in Brisbane, joining with Euromarque to become known as Lotus Brisbane.
The dealership is in Fortitude Valley just five minutes from the centre of Brisbane and only 15 minutes from the airport. It’s across the road from the Emporium retail and dining district exposing the brand to a larger [...]
Lotus Europa Review & Road Test
October 14, 2009 by Anthony Crawford
Filed under Behind the Wheel, Car Reviews, Lotus, Sports
From any angle, the Europa SE looks like a supercar.
Model Tested:
2009 Lotus Europa SE; 2.0-litre, four-cylinder, turbocharged petrol; six-speed manual; coupe – $109,990*
Very quick; huge grip; more comfortable than Elise
Some understeer on the ragged edge; no power mirrors
CarAdvice Rating:
I’m heading towards the outskirts of Sydney to collect the Lotus Europa SE, [...]
Supercar Drive Day – Live the life of a rockstar
September 25, 2009 by Paul Maric
Filed under Audi, Car News, Ferrari, Lamborghini, Lotus
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to own a supercar and to be able to drive it around for the day, showing off your wealth and catching passing glimpses of anyone and everyone on the side of the road?
Well, now you can. In fact, you can drive five different supercars in one [...]
Lotus Evora at Frankfurt Motor Show
September 16, 2009 by Anthony Crawford
Filed under Car News, Frankfurt, Lotus, Sports Cars
After road testing Land Rover’s 2010 Range Rover and Discovery models, reviews of which, we will post later this week, it was time to fast track to Edinburgh and catch a plane to Frankfurt.
The Frankfurt International Motor Show has always been one of the largest in the world, but this year it is huge, [...]
Lotus Evora Type 124 Endurance Racecar
September 12, 2009 by George Skentzos
Filed under Car News, Lotus, Motorsport
Lotus has developed an endurance racer based on its newly released Evora which is set to make its 24 hour racing debut at the ADAC Nürburgring 24 Hours.
The Lotus Evora Type 124 Endurance Racecar has been engineered to FIA regulations and safety standards, making this a great test of the Evora’s performance, efficiency and durability.
The [...]
2010 Lotus Exige S released, Australian pricing announced
September 11, 2009 by Matt Brogan
Filed under Car News, Lotus
Lotus have unveiled its 2010 Exige S sporting a revised front end and wing package, improved fuel economy figures and reduced CO2 emissions.
The new Exige S also sees the introduction of a few key changes to enhance the look and improve aerodynamic performance.
A restyled front end and new larger, rear wing that not only reduces [...]
Lotus’ Range Extender petrol-hybrid unveiled
September 10, 2009 by Matt Brogan
Filed under Car News, Environment, Hybrid, In car technology, Lotus, electric
Lotus Engineering has developed a new engine especially for hybrid cars that will be on show at the Frankfurt Motor Show next week.
Called the “Range Extender”, this 1.2-litre unit, which can operate on petrol, ethanol or methanol, depending on its intended market, functions in two modes – both as a generator only – to allow [...]
Special edition Lotus Elise Club Racer
September 4, 2009 by George Skentzos
Filed under Car News, Lotus
Lotus has released the special edition Elise Club Racer which boasts new and exclusive colour schemes, bespoke interior and lightweight components.
Based on the Elise S, the Elise Club Racer revives the classic colour schemes used by Lotus in the 1960s including Elite Yellow, Carbon Grey, Sky Blue and Old English White.


