Esprit returns?! Lotus will launch a new V8 sports car in 2028
Company will channel spirit of Esprit with mid-engined follow-up to Emira, which is “likely” to be built in Europe
Company will channel spirit of Esprit with mid-engined follow-up to Emira, which is “likely” to be built in Europe
New concept car is inspired by French beachcomber from the 1980s, with open sides and a pick-up bed
Collapse of start-up NEVS means several of the last 9-3s ever built – plus prototypes – are now being sold off
US tariffs mean Emira PHEV and new V8 ‘Esprit’ most likely to be built at historic Lotus HQ
New model will be built alongside Emira at Hethel and will rival Ferrari’s 849 Testarossa
Hydrogen-powered attempt will take place in August, 20 years on from 350mph record run with Dieselmax
“Sports saloon for the gamer generation” is planned for production, and it could spawn an estate
The P900’s engine is developed exclusively for track use and does without turbocharging or hybrid assistance
Twenty years on from its Geneva reveal, we explain why now is the time to invest in this practical MPV