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Lotus Can’t Sell Emiras Because It Still Hasn’t Passed California Emissions

Lotus introduced the Emira First Edition for the United States all the way back in 2021, however deliveries of the British sports activities automotive nonetheless have yet. Hundreds of items are sitting at seller tons throughout the US as a result of Lotus has but to obtain emissions certification with the California Air Resource Board (CARB).

The information of the Emira’s delayed launch comes after years of supply-related constraints for the sports activities automotive model. But the wait is perhaps over quickly. A Lotus spokesperson advised Automotive News it made software program updates to the Emira’s powertrain to certify the automotive with CARB. That course of has completed, however the environmental regulator hasn’t but offered the ultimate stamp of approval. Now, in line with Lotus, potential house owners simply have to attend till the certification is permitted.


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This Lotus EV Charger Adds 89 Miles Of Range In Five Minutes

Lotus is bidding farewell to internal combustion engines with the Emira sports car being the last ICE model from Norfolk. The Geely-owned brand has committed to go all-electric by 2028, starting with the Eletre SUV and Emeya sedan. A smaller crossover and a zero-emission sports car are also in the plans. To support its growing EV portfolio, the British brand is introducing multiple charging solutions.

Addressing charging anxiety, Lotus has developed a liquid-cooled DC charger capable of delivering 450 kilowatts of power. Charging the Eletre R for just five minutes will provide over 88 miles of range. For comparison, Tesla’s Supercharger V3 replenishes the battery for 75 miles of range in the same time while a Hyundai Ioniq 5 gives you 62 miles.

… Lotus Flash Charger all-in-one, liquid-cooled DC charger

The liquid-cooled DC charger allows the Eletre R to charge from 10 to 80 percent in 20 minutes at 450 kW. At 350 kW, it can extend the range by 74 miles in five minutes. This robust charger is complemented by a power cabinet, also liquid-cooled, designed for rest areas along highways. Furthermore, Lotus has produced a charging unit capable of supporting up to four EVs simultaneously.

These high-power charging solutions are already operational in China and will be rolled out in Europe and the Middle East in the second quarter of 2024. Additional countries outside of these regions will be added later.

… Lotus Flash Charge liquid-cooled charging unit

Lotus is part of the Geely empire, which also includes Polestar under the same corporate umbrella. Polestar is cooperating with StoreDot to develop a faster charging solution that would add 100 miles of range in five minutes, known as extreme fast charging (XFC). The technology is currently undergoing testing, with engineers claiming it won’t cause battery degradation.

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The Lotus Emira: The Most Powerful Four-Cylinder Sports Car Yet

The Lotus Emira is the latest addition to the Lotus family and it’s already making waves worldwide. This four-cylinder sports car is the most powerful of its kind in Lotus’s history, solidifying the brand’s position in the sports car arena. It sets a new benchmark for nimble and agile four-cylinder sports cars, although it’s worth mentioning that the Emira will be Lotus’s last gasoline-powered car before transitioning to electric vehicles. At the core of the Emira is a cutting-edge 360 bhp mid-mounted engine, making it the most robust four-cylinder sports car ever created by Lotus. It’s paired with an eight-speed dual-clutch transmission (DCT) for seamless, swift gear shifts. Drivers have the freedom to choose between manual control for a raw driving experience or the convenience of automatic gear changes.

The Emira not only promises performance, but it also delivers it. With a stunning 0-60 mph acceleration of under 4.4 seconds and a top speed of 180 mph, it’s truly impressive. The Emira is equipped with advanced features like a twin-scroll turbocharger, a combined direct and port fuel injection system, and a variable valvetrain, offering a blend of power, responsiveness, and efficiency that’s unparalleled. Designed to pay homage to Lotus’s rich heritage, the Emira echoes the legacy of iconic models such as the Elise, Esprit, Europa, Elan, and Elite, making it the pinnacle of four-cylinder Lotus cars in terms of power.

Mike Johnstone, Group Vice-President and Chief Commercial Officer at Lotus, reflects on the Emira’s success and the excitement surrounding this new addition. He says, “The Emira V6 has already proved incredibly successful, with many thousands of orders received from around the world. Now, with the four-cylinder Emira joining the range, we’re adding a new dimension to the car’s breadth of capability and appeal.”

The Emira’s engine is designed for high-performance applications and incorporates advanced technologies developed by Lotus. Along with the new intake and exhaust systems, the Emira features a unique in-house calibration, ensuring a remarkable balance of power, torque, and efficiency across its operating range. The Emira is built at the Chapman Production Centre (CPC) located in Hethel, UK, highlighting Lotus’s continued investment in its UK facilities. Customers in the UK can even choose to collect their Emira from Hethel, offering an exclusive opportunity to tour the CPC assembly halls where their car was made.

The new four-cylinder Emira is not just a car; it represents Lotus’s commitment to pioneering automotive excellence. Being the last gasoline-powered model that Lotus will offer, both the four-cylinder Emira and its V6-powered counterpart are sure to leave automotive enthusiasts around the world wanting more.

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Lotus Emira with Four-Cylinder Engine to Debut at Goodwood

Lotus has confirmed that the entry-level variant of the Lotus Emira will be unveiled at the Goodwood Festival of Speed. This model will feature a turbocharged M139 engine sourced from Mercedes-AMG, which is known as the world’s most powerful four-cylinder engine. The same engine is used in other AMG models such as the A45, C63 S E Performance, and SL 43.

However, the engine has undergone “fundamental changes” for the Emira, including a new intake and exhaust system. This results in a slight reduction in power output, with the Emira producing 360bhp and 317lb ft of torque compared to the 382bhp and 354lb ft found in the entry-level AMG cars.

The Emira with the AMG engine will come equipped with an eight-speed dual-clutch automatic gearbox as standard. In the First Edition trim, it will be priced at £77,795, making it £4200 cheaper than the version fitted with the supercharged Toyota V6 engine.

The Toyota V6 engine, previously used in the Lotus Evora and Lotus Exige, produces 400bhp and 310lb ft of torque. The notable difference is that it can be paired with a manual gearbox, which the AMG engine does not offer.

Deliveries of the four-cylinder Emira are expected to start in autumn, with a more affordable trim level set to be released before the end of the year. However, it is worth noting that the actual cost of this trim level is expected to exceed its originally pitched price of £59,995.

The Emira will mark Lotus’s final combustion-engined series-production sports car, as the brand plans to transition to battery-electric powertrains for all its new models. Lotus will be working closely with Geely, its parent company, to introduce a range of electric vehicles in the coming years. This includes a saloon based on the Eletre in 2024 and a high-volume rival to the Porsche Macan EV by 2028, aiming for around 75,000 sales annually.

While the new electric models will be engineered at Lotus’s factory in Wuhan, China, the production of pure sports cars like the Emira, Evora, and Elise will continue to take place in Hethel, Norfolk.