Company overview
Lotus Group is a British multinational automotive manufacturer specializing in luxury sports cars and electric vehicles. Established in 1952 by Colin Chapman, the company initially focused on supplying racing cars to privateers and kit car enthusiasts. Lotus Engineering provides engineering consultancy services, developing components for other automotive manufacturers. The Group has undergone several ownership transitions including periods under General Motors, Romano Artioli, and Proton before being majority-owned by Geely since 2017. Lotus Technology Inc., a subsidiary, is an electric vehicle company listed on Nasdaq. The company’s Formula One history includes Team Lotus, which won the World Championship seven times and pioneered innovations such as the mid-engine layout and monocoque chassis. Current operations are divided into Lotus Cars, responsible for vehicle production, and Lotus Engineering, providing engineering services. In 2021, a joint venture with Renault–Nissan–Mitsubishi Alliance was established to develop electric performance cars. As of 2025, Lotus plans to transition entirely to electric vehicle production.
