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2017 Lotus Exige Sport 380 Exhaust Sound – Video
April 2, 2017 | Ed M.Unrivalled in its class: faster, sharper, and more direct than adversaries, the Exige Sport 380 is definitely not for the timid. With a dry weight of just 1,076 kg, and boasting a potent power-to-weight ratio of 338 hp per tonne, … Read More
2017 Lotus Evora 410 Sport Factory – Video
March 20, 2017 | Ed M.The Evora Sport 410 is the result of Lotus’ philosophy of continuous improvement. With a lower centre of gravity, and a kerb weight slashed to just 1,325 kg, the car provides an impressive 309 hp/tonne, and builds on the achievements … Read More
Lotus Evora 410 Bond Car 007 Tribute
February 17, 2017 | Ed M.
The Lotus Evora 410 is currently the most potent version of the series, powered by a 3.5-litre V6 pumping out 410hp mated to a six-speed manual gearbox, enabling it to hit 60 mph (96 km/h) in just 3.9 … Read More
1958 Lotus Type 16 Test Drive – Video
December 28, 2016 | Ed M.
The Lotus 16 was the second single-seat racing car designed by Colin Chapman, and was built by his Lotus Cars manufacturing company for the Team Lotus racing squad. The Lotus 16 was constructed to compete in both the … Read More
Lotus Exige Sport 380 Closer look – Video
December 7, 2016 | Ed M.
The Lotus Exige Sport 380 is the most extreme iteration of the Elise and Exige yet. It hits 60 mph in 3.5 seconds, has even more downforce than the Sport 350, and weighs a full 55 pounds less … Read More
2017 Exige Sport 380 Exhaust Sound, Launch, and Track Run – Video
November 26, 2016 | Ed M.It’s the fastest, most powerful Exige road car yet, with its output of 375 horsepower enabling it to hit 60 mph in just 3.5 seconds and top out at 178 mph.
The car’s mid-mounted engine remains the … Read More
2017 Lotus Evora Sport 410 Test Drive – Video
November 21, 2016 | Ed M.
The “410” refers to the power output of the Toyota-sourced, 3.5-liter supercharged V-6, an increase of 10 horsepower over the Evora 400. The number also denotes the engine’s torque figure—at least in newton-meters—which translates to 302 lb-ft in … Read More
Evora Sport 410 Exhaust Sound – Video
November 3, 2016 | Ed M.
– High power, 410 hp, 3.5 litre V6, 24 valve, water cooled, all aluminium engine, with Edelbrock supercharger
– Delivers punchy 302 lbs ft (410 Nm) of torque
– Mid-engine provides outstanding balance
– Lightweight low inertia fly … Read More
Lotus 3 Eleven Nurburgring Run – Video
September 25, 2016 | Ed M.
Designed as an uncompromised manifestation of the Lotus spirit, the Lotus 3-Eleven is focused on providing an undiluted driving experience, and underlines the company’s ability to deliver legendary handling and blistering speed.
Working on the concept … Read More
Porsche 718 Boxster S vs Lotus Elise Cup 250 – Video
August 12, 2016 | Ed M.
The Porsche 718 Boxster and the Lotus Elise are two of the finest sports cars on the road. Here Autocar test the latest range-topping versions against each other: the Porsche 718 Boxster S takes on the Lotus Elise Cup … Read More
Carfection – Lotus Elise Cup 250 Review – Video
July 21, 2016 | Ed M.
The latest Cup 250 is replacing the Cup 220 at the top of the Elise’s range, giving it the title of the fastest street-legal Elise. Lotus has gone mental on the already-lightweight body of it, saving an additional … Read More
Full Fifth Gear Series 10 Episode 3 – Video
April 2, 2016 | Ed M.
In this weeks episode, Vicki and her sister try out a Lotus, Tiff’s in the A Team Van and Tim investigates electric cars.
2007 Lotus Elise Specs:
PRICE AS TESTED: $47,855 (base price: $44,915)
ENGINE TYPE: DOHC … Read More
Petrolicious – Lotus Super Seven Review – Video
March 16, 2016 | Ed M.
“There’s a certain demand for a driver’s car that optimizes handling weight, exposure to the elements, and that very visceral experience that sort of makes you have to take a shower after driving it—for all the right reasons—you’ve … Read More
Lotus 3-Eleven faster around Hockenheim then a Porsche 918 – Video
March 11, 2016 | Ed M.
sport auto’s testdriver Christian Gebhardt in the Lotus 3-Eleven, quickest series production car on small circuit:
Lap Times:
Lotus 3-Eleven1.06:2 min
Porsche 918 Spyder1.06:3 min
Gumpert Apollo1.07:2 min
Radical SR3 SL1.08:1 min
Lamborghini Gallardo Squadra Corse1.08:2 min
Corvette … Read More
Lotus Evora Sport 410 – Official
February 26, 2016 | Ed M.Lightening strikes again: The Lotus Evora Sport 410
• 0-60 mph in 3.9 secs and a top speed of 186 mph
• 70 kg slashed from the weight of the Evora 400
• Comprehensive carbon fibre package as standard
• … Read More
Motorweek – 1991 Lotus Elan Review – Video
February 24, 2016 | Ed M.
Motorweek test and review featuring the 1991 Lotus Elan.
1991 Lotus Elan Specs:
- Lotus Elan, model year 1991, version for North America
- 2-door roadster body type
- FWD (front-wheel drive), manual 5-speed gearbox
- petrol (gasoline) engine with displacement: … Read More
Lotus Elise Cup 250 – Official
February 16, 2016 | Ed M.Light speed – the Lotus Elise Cup 250
• Fastest Elise ever: 0-60 mph in 3.9 secs, 154 mph top speed
• 243 hp and in excess of 261 hp/tonne
• Available as a roadster as standard
• Carbon Aero … Read More
Petrolicious – Lotus Esprit – Video
February 4, 2016 | Ed M.“The Esprit is not a well-known car,” says Spencer Canon. “Car guys know what it is, but they don’t know much about it—it’s a mystery.”
Canon’s profession as the founder and creative director of Ritte Bicycles may not be … Read More
The Smoking Tire – Lotus Evora 400
January 22, 2016 | Ed M.The 2016 Lotus Evora 400 is the fastest production Lotus road car ever. With a supercharged 3.5L V6 making 400 HP and a lightweight, strong chassis with a much improved interior, the Evora 400 can hit 60 mph from … Read More
Lotus Exclusive Personalization Program
January 9, 2016 | Ed M.“In the past we have created a number of cars personalized to the specific requests of individual customers. These stunning cars were produced by a team of skilled craftsmen and women, using their expertise to create something exceptional and … Read More