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Adrian Padeanu

Lotus Is Still Chasing Lightness As Supercars Go Hybrid

  • Lotus CEO Feng Qingfeng says the Type 135 will slot between the Emira and Evija.
  • With Geely's backing, Lotus aims to minimize the weight penalty from the hybrid powertrain's added complexity.
  • The road-going model will be joined by a GT3 race car.

Lotus has been going through a major transformation, but it hasn't forgotten what made the brand famous in the first place. The British sports-car specialist is preparing a new mid-engined model that will combine a V6 or V8 with hybrid technology, and it's targeting more than 1,000 horsepower without letting the car balloon in weight (too much).

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