Lotus dealerships will begin selling ‘hyper hybrid’ versions of its luxury cars as the carmaker shifts from its exclusively electric vehicle strategy due to consumer reticence.
It is the latest in a number of brands which had set out to be at the forefront of the zero emissions vehicle market, in line with governmental policies, but which has now reacted to the slower than expected adoption of EVs globally.
Well into its Vision80 strategy for where Lotus should be by 2027, Lotus now believes its strength in EV technology gives it an advantage with plug-in hybrid technology, and its hybrids will be capable of ultra-fast charging and electric-powered range surpassing current PHEVs, which typically manage 30 to 70 miles per charge before the engine kicks in.
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