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Lotus Technology has fully acquired Lotus UK, integrating the brand's iconic Hethel factory and engineering consultancy. This strategic move aims to centralize expertise and streamline development, particularly for Lotus's expanding portfolio of luxury electric vehicles and its upcoming EREV models.
Lotus is rolling out advanced self-driving features to its Eletre SUV and Emeya grand tourer through an over-the-air software update. This significant upgrade aims to enhance safety and convenience for drivers, introducing sophisticated autonomous functionalities to these luxury electric vehicles.
Lotus confirms its Eletre electric SUV, manufactured in China, will not be offered for sale in the United States. The decision stems from the vehicle's manufacturing origin and the current tariff landscape for Chinese-made electric vehicles, making its import economically unfeasible for the brand.
Lotus has revealed its latest internal combustion sportscar, the Emira 420 Sport, a lighter and faster version designed for track enthusiasts. Notably, the automaker also confirmed plans to expand the Eletre SUV lineup to include a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) variant, signaling a strategic move towards electrification alongside its traditional performance offerings.
Canada is set to receive its initial delivery of the Lotus Eletre electric SUVs this month, marking a new chapter in its trade relationship with China. This move is part of an innovative "canola-for-cars" agreement, demonstrating a creative approach to international commerce and EV market expansion.
British automaker Lotus is collaborating with Zenos, a specialist in lightweight vehicle structures, to develop advanced materials and manufacturing techniques for future electric sports cars. This partnership aims to leverage Zenos' expertise in composite chassis design to create high-performance EVs that maintain Lotus's signature agility and low weight.
The first shipment of 2025 Lotus Emeya electric sedans and Eletre electric SUVs will reach Canada in July, benefiting from a special trade agreement between China and Canada. This deal, brokered through a memorandum of understanding, allows Geely-produced EVs to enter the Canadian market at a lower tariff rate, fostering new competition and choices within the EV segment.
