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Lotus Might Build Cars at Volvo Factory In America

Over the weekend, multiple reports emerged suggesting Lotus might shut down its historic Norfolk plant and cease car production in the United Kingdom. However, those rumors have since been denied: “Lotus Cars is continuing normal operations, and there are no plans to close the factory.” The statement followed reports from…

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Shiploads of cars ready to set sail for US from UK as trade deal kicks in

Makers of Aston Martins and Range Rovers expect high demand but British farmers say they have been used as collateral

The Guardian - UK

Lotus reassures business secretary it has no plans to shut Norfolk factory

Jonathan Reynolds contacted sports car maker after it emerged it was considering moving production from UK to US

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Business Secretary meeting Lotus after reports of plans to scrap UK carmaking

There are claims Chinese owner Geely is planning to stop manufacturing at the Hethel plant in Norfolk.

Evening Standard

Lotus plans to end UK sportscar production, putting 1,300 jobs at risk

Chinese owner Geely looks at options that include shifting assembly of its Emira from Norfolk to the US

The Guardian - UK

This is the BYD that’s going to take on Porsche and Lotus – and I’ve been in it

The Denza Z9 GT is the first car from BYD’s new premium brand – and it’s coming to the UK next year

The Independent UK

PRX’s scintillating victory over FNATIC secures their first-ever VCT title at Masters Toronto

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Highcock leaps to third in Ryan Motorsport Insurance Autosport National Rankings

Two more BMW 120 Coupe Cup victories have propelled Matthew Highcock up to third in the Ryan Motorsport Insurance Autosport National Rankings.

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Special Saloons and Modsports put on Silverstone show

Special Saloons and Modsports fans watching from trackside or on live streaming were entertained by Saturday’s Classic Sports Car Club Silverstone National circuit staples, although the winners’ self-built cars met but briefly on track. Danny Morris in the turbocharged two-litre Ford Cosworth YB-powered Spirit of RPM Peugeot 309 and Simon…

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Has the UCI just banned Factor's new aero bike before it was even released?

Hoard of new rules include handlebar width, wheel depth and fork leg limits as Hope x Lotus track bike set to be banned

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Littlewood pools more wins to go second in Ryan Motorsport Insurance Autosport Rankings

Radical racer Marcus Littlewood has shot up to second in the Ryan Motorsport Insurance Autosport National Rankings, while Ali Bray has extended his lead at the top of the table.

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Little Simz on breakthroughs, betrayal and becoming one of the UK’s best-ever rappers: ‘I don’t want to shy away from how I feel’

Critics’ favourite and curator of this month’s Meltdown festival, the British artist is flying high. But a nasty legal battle with her closest collaborator and a crisis of confidence left her close to calling it quits. Instead, she put it all on the new album

The Guardian - UK

Lotus Says the Emira Will Be Even Better to Drive for 2026

Although Lotus only began selling the Emira in the United States last year, the automaker is already improving the sports car. The Emira debuted in 2021 and went on sale in some parts of the world in 2022. For 2026, Lotus has made several technical upgrades that enhance its track…

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Wheatley's Welsh wins power him to Ryan Motorsport Insurance Autosport Rankings top six

Caterham star Ben Wheatley is the chief improver among the Ryan Motorsport Insurance Autosport National Rankings this week having leapt into the top 10.

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Morocco reveals ambitious £887m plan to host African F1 race

South Africa and Rwanda are keen on hosting a race but Morocco has also joined the list of interested parties

Autosport

Cobra venom stuns Jaguars in Silverstone GTSCC thriller

A venomous AC Cobra stunned Jaguar E-types in Saturday’s scintillating two-hour GT Sports Car Cup season-opener that characterised the Historic Sports Car Club-run International Trophy retrospective on the Grand Prix circuits.

The Independent UK

Mazda MX-5 2.0 Homura: A piece of motoring history

CAR REVIEW: Sean O’Grady reacquaints himself with the mildly updated roadster and finds it a life-affirming experience

Autosport

Coronel climbs to second in Ryan Motorsport Insurance Autosport National Rankings

Red Bull protege Rocco Coronel is the main improver in the Ryan Motorsport Insurance Autosport National Rankings this week after taking another two Ginetta Junior wins at Oulton Park.

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Gotz/Tse back in title frame after triumphant British GT Oulton Park weekend

Maximilian Gotz and Kevin Tse reignited their 2025 British GT3 title challenge after taking a win and runner-up finish to Hugo Cook and Rob Collard at Oulton Park on Bank Holiday Monday.

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The Lotus Emira Could Ditch Its V-6 for a V-8

The Emira might be the last great Lotus you can buy, but it might get even better before production is supposed to cease in 2027. In a recent earnings call, Lotus CEO Feng Qingfeng said that the brand is "currently investigating the feasibility of the V-8."

Autosport

Autosport 75: Secrets of the street fighters

Racing in the confines of a street track is always special. The wheel-to-wheel action may not always be the best, but the spectacle of top drivers flirting with the barriers make it one of the sport’s greatest challenges.

International Business Times UK

Royally Electric: King Charles Orders Plum-Coloured 900hp Lotus to Champion Sustainable Motoring

King Charles has commissioned a custom, plum-colored Lotus Eletre, a high-powered electric SUV, adding to his collection of vehicles and reinforcing his commitment to sustainable transportation.

The Guardian - UK

Memorable F1 races at Imola, from Alonso v Schumacher to Hamilton’s hard rain

Whatever the future for Italy’s secondary circuit, it will be remembered for some glorious moments, as well as some tragic ones

InsideEVs

China's Lightweight Electric Sports Car Costs Less Than A Mazda Miata

China has the widest selection of electric vehicles to buy anywhere in the world. They come in all shapes and sizes, including ground-up sports cars like the Xiaomi-backed JMEV’s SC01, which is the electric equivalent of a Lotus Exige for Mazda Miata money.

Autosport

Why Haas F1 drivers aren't allowed to copy Verstappen

Four-time world champion Max Verstappen provoked rampant intrigue in the motorsport community last weekend when he drove a Ferrari – of all things – in a test at the Nurburgring Norschleife. Now, Haas team boss Ayao Komatsu says his team’s driver’s won’t be following the Red Bull racer's example.

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