All Lotus articles

  • JLR_Reimagine_Solihull_Production_06
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    UK auto production prospects improving

    2024-05-06T20:30:00Z

    Economic headwinds, supply chain challenges and future trading uncertainty have put the UK’s automotive manufacturing sector under considerable pressure, but there are signs of a positive change ahead.

  • Apprentices, Bentley
    Article

    UK automakers sound alarm on skills shortages, unfilled engineering roles

    2022-07-12T10:29:00Z

    The pace of electrification is getting ahead of the time taken to train the engineers with the skills needed for an auto industry transitioning to producing EVs.

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    UK automakers slammed by uncompetitive energy costs but long-term EV prospects bright

    2022-06-29T17:10:00Z

    UK car manufacturers pay about 59% more for energy overall than their EU-based rivals and costs are set to jump again this year, threatening competitiveness.

  • InsidetheChapmanProductionCentre_2
    News

    Lotus opens new sports car manufacturing facility at Hethel

    2022-05-09T18:04:00Z

    The Chapman Production Centre is already building the Emira, the last petrol-powered car from Lotus and is latest stage of £100m redevelopment of the company’s UK facilities

  • Gina Aquilano
    Article

    What wireless battery management systems mean for sustainable EV manufacturing

    2022-03-10T10:54:00Z

    As the demand for EVs rises and OEMs rapidly roll out units, battery component manufacturers are looking to develop vital electrification ecosystems. A factor that is increasingly central to the manufacturing of EVs is a battery framework that simplifies the production process for new sustainable models.

  • CDN_IM_A19_Lotus Evija_3 Lotus Evija - London Reveal 16.7.19
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    Britishvolt signs agreement with Lotus to expand battery cell production for electric sports car

    2022-01-28T10:41:00Z

    Britishvolt has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Lotus to advance lithium-ion battery cells and support the British EV car manufacturers brand targets and vehicle performance objectives.

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    Lightweighting of the future: Lotus reveals blueprints underpinning new EV sports range

    2021-09-23T09:07:00Z

    Lotus Cars has unveiled its full range of EV performance cars demonstrating innovations in lightweight chassis technology for the production of its electric sports vehicles. According to the company, they will be essential in both performances of electric vehicles, as well as in maintaining efficiency in manufacturing.

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    Watch: Vehicle lightweighting rises to the top of the agenda for designers and engineers

    2021-07-12T05:00:00Z

    This livestream investigates how designers and engineers at Ford, Gestamp and key suppliers are using innovative materials and creating lightweight architectures, including for models like the Ford F-150 Lightning and Maverick compact truck.

  • HethelAGVs-5
    Article

    Lotus starts pre-production of its all-new Emira

    2021-06-08T09:54:00Z

    The sportscar maker has made a £100m investment in its UK facilities that will support the production of new models and the expansion of engineering and consultancy services

  • An all-new EDU test cell allows engineers to test EV powertrains including the motor, gearbox and supporting electronics
    News

    Hethel site upgrades to support Lotus Engineering consultancy

    2020-10-12T14:49:00Z

    This latest investment includes an all-new Electric Drive Unit (EDU) test cell, plus upgrades to other engineering facilities and workshops

  • Assembly-Hall-Copy
    Article

    When the Covid-19 crisis is over, what ‘new normal’ can automotive suppliers expect to emerge?

    2020-03-19T11:08:00Z

    As the global automotive industry faces shutdowns, for who knows how long, it is worth considering how it might change or evolve once the pandemic’s peak has passed. Some companies, from vehicle companies down throughout the supply chain, may well go under, owing to the financial shock which Covid-19 is causing.

  • The Plus Six features a bonded and riveted aluminium platform that houses a turbocharged BMW straight six and an eight-speed ZF automatic transmission
    Article

    The Morgan Plus Six: a century in the making

    2020-01-24T16:21:00Z

    Behind Morgan’s unashamedly traditional exterior there’s a company that’s also keen to embrace modern production methods and processes

  • AP Racing manual
    Article

    Setting the pace – AP Racing speeds up smart production

    2020-01-09T16:05:00Z

    A new €1m assembly line is helping UK-based high-performance brake component supplier AP Racing take a smarter approach to production

  • hot form quenching 3
    Article

    Drawing attention: aluminium hot form quench

    2019-12-04T15:01:00Z

    Better known as a niche process for parts with deep-drawn and complex geometries in high-strength aluminium, hot form quench is now being adapted for high volume production

  • EV batteries
    Article

    Gaining momentum

    2019-06-10T10:58:00Z

    Vehicle makers and tier suppliers are embarking on huge changes to their production operations and range line-ups to supply electrified vehicles. Ian Henry looks at who’s charging ahead and who’s falling flat

  • FAW Changchung
    Article

    Unease in the East

    2018-11-21T14:15:00Z

    Falling sales, electrification and mega mergers: Nick Gibbs provides an overview of the current automotive industry trends in China A fascinating year for China’s automotive industry has seen the world’s largest car market undergo a series of seismic shifts as it moves to a new level of maturity, bringing both ...

  • Alpine A110 Dieppe
    Article

    Alpine chega a novas alturas

    2018-11-05T14:11:52Z

    Uma das renovações de plantas mais interessantes nos últimos 12 meses foi a revisão da fábrica da Renault em Dieppe, que agora constrói o carro esportivo A110. Relata Nick GibbsEsta é a casa da Alpine, a marca esportiva revisada que a Renault pode ou não expandir para se tornar uma ...

  • Alpine A110 Dieppe
    Article

    El resurgir de Alpine

    2018-10-29T09:28:45Z

    La planta de Renault en Dieppe vive el resurgir mas interesante de una planta en los últimos 12 meses con la producción del nuevo deportivo A110. Informe de Nick GibbsEste es el hogar de Alpine, la resucitada marca deportiva de Renault que podría llegar a convertirse en una marca de ...

  • Alpine A110 Dieppe
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    Alpine scales new heights

    2018-10-26T16:19:36Z

    One of the most interesting plant revivals in the last 12 months has been Renault’s overhaul of its factory in Dieppe, which now builds the A110 sports car. Nick Gibbs reportsThis is the home of Alpine, the revived sporting brand that Renault may or may not expand to become a ...

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    Motoring on

    2018-07-26T16:40:50Z

    Mike Farish reports on the development and manufacture of an innovative electric motorThe rise of electric vehicles and the need for new, efficient powertrain technologies has provided smaller companies with the opportunity to establish themselves as major players – particularly as component or sub-system suppliers – if they can offer ...