EV Magazine October 2022 | Page 35

COVER STORY
LOTUS EVIJA England 2,000hp ( expected )

COVER STORY

LOTUS EVIJA England 2,000hp ( expected )

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Targeted 0-60mph in under 3 seconds + 200mph 215miles
Propelling motorsports heritage into the future , the Lotus Evija showcases the capabilities of Lotus Cars as a manufacturer of performance vehicles . While yet to roll off the production line , the vehicle is expected to reach high speeds and achieve a battery range that makes it a viable option for more than just tearing around the track .
“ Through Vision80 , we have the opportunity to deliver pioneering vehicles that showcase everything that ’ s great about Lotus : the technical innovations , the commitment to excellence , the outstanding quality and the beautiful new cars that are on the way .”
“ We ’ ve just launched one SUV , the Eletre , and we ’ ve already announced that another is coming , plus a four-door performance saloon and a new sports car . All of these vehicles will be pure electric , and will have ‘ Lotusness ’ at their core – that means outstanding ride and handling , amazing performance , optimised aerodynamics for maximum efficiency and stunning design ,” says Windle .
Slowing climate change while speeding up mobility Supercar innovation these days represents something more than just power-hungry vehicles and immense speed . At a time when consumers are slowly coming around to the idea of sustainability , electric supercars are prime examples of the fun
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