Lotus to Cut 550 UK Jobs as Emira Sales Collapse and £195M Loss Hits Hethel Plant

Lotus Cars faces one of its darkest chapters as Emira sales collapse 64%, triggering a £195M loss and 550 UK job cuts at the Hethel factory. Even the Eletre SUV and Emeya EV failed to offset the decline, leaving Britain’s iconic sports-car maker at a crossroads between survival and reinvention.

Caterham 310 Encore: A Final Salute to Ford Sigma Engine With Lotus Seven Philosophy

The Caterham Seven 310 Encore marks the retirement of the Ford Sigma engine in a lightweight, 25-unit homage to its Lotus Seven origins. With motorsport upgrades and pure analog charm, it’s a mechanical tribute that refuses to go quietly.

2026 Lotus Emira V6 SE and Turbo: A Lighter, Smarter, Sharper British Coupe

Lotus refreshes the Emira for 2026 with new trims, smarter ADAS tech, chassis improvements, and sharper pricing. From the punchy V6 SE to the AMG-sourced Turbo, the Emira lineup is leaner, lighter, and more precise—without ditching its analogue soul.

Jim Clark Gets the Last Word in Lotus’ Greatest V6 Yet

Lotus celebrates racing legend Jim Clark with a special Emira—its most focused V6 sports car yet. Limited to 60 units, this edition blends old-school spirit with modern performance in signature British Racing Green.

Now Please Take This Lotus Elise and Get Lost on a Project Safari

UK-based Get Lost Automotive has transformed the Lotus Elise S1 into a lifted, rally-inspired off-roader with zero interest in staying on tarmac. It’s real, road-legal, and built for adventure—not convention.