British sports car maker Lotus has announced that it will be launching an all-electric hypercar, marking a major shift towards sustainable mobility for the brand. The hypercar, known as the Evija, is set to be released in 2022 and is being hailed as the most powerful production car ever made.
The Lotus Evija will be powered by an electric drivetrain capable of producing a staggering 2,000 horsepower, making it capable of reaching a top speed of over 200 mph. The car will be able to travel up to 250 miles on a single charge, which is an impressive feat for an electric vehicle of this type.
The Evija is expected to feature a number of innovative design elements that are unique to Lotus. For example, the car will have a full carbon fibre monocoque chassis, which is both lightweight and incredibly strong. The car will also feature active aerodynamics, which will allow the driver to adjust the car’s downforce and drag depending on the driving conditions.
According to Phil Popham, CEO of Lotus Cars, the Evija represents a “game-changing moment” for the brand. “The Evija is a true Lotus in every sense – it has been developed with an unwavering passion to push boundaries, to explore new ways of thinking and to apply ground-breaking technologies,” he said.
The launch of the Evija is part of Lotus’ wider strategy to transition to electric powertrains. The company has said that it plans to offer an electrified version of every model in its range by 2025, with the ultimate goal of becoming a fully electric brand by the end of the decade.
Lotus is not the only sports car manufacturer that is making the shift towards electric power. Brands such as Porsche, Audi, and Tesla have all released high-performance electric vehicles in recent years, reflecting the growing demand for sustainable mobility solutions.
The launch of the Lotus Evija is likely to be a major moment in the history of the brand, marking its transition to a new era of sustainable mobility. With its cutting-edge technology and performance capabilities, the Evija is sure to turn heads when it hits the roads in 2022.