LoTRDC – 2011 Lotus Cup Europe Season Review

Posted on 12th October 2011

The Lotus-on-Track Race Drivers Club have posted up their Lotus Cup Europe Season Review, with John Rasse taking the honours as the overall Driver of the Season.

The third season of Lotus Cup Europe under the organizational skills of LoTRDC saw an important change. With Dany Bahar’s revitalised Lotus putting ever greater emphasis on racing, overseen by the experienced Claudio Berro, the Lotus Cup programme expanded throughout the globe. The series now sat alongside a number of other Lotus Cup series including those from the USA, Japan and UK.

You can read the full review on the LoTRDC website…

Source: LoTRDC – 2011 Lotus Cup Europe Season Review

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Speculating on the Elise SPS…

Posted on 12th October 2011

There have been some questions lately arising in the forums the new SPS gearbox for the Elise, so we thought it would be worth doing some digging on this new addition to the Elise range…

While the Frankfurt Motor Show generated a lot of interest and excitement for the new V6 engined Exige S, supercharged Elise S, and the stunning Evora GTE, the other new addition to the Elise line up received relatively little attention…

The Elise SPS is a new option available for the new entry level Elise and Elise CR, adding for the first time in the Elises history the option of a paddle shift gearbox to sit alongside the 1.6l 1ZR-FAE engine. But what’s the box that sits alongside it?

You can find the full article here, and have your say in our forums.

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Lotus Cars – More F1 Points & More GT4 Success

Posted on 11th October 2011

Lotus Cars reflect on the weekends racing, with a round up racing from the F1, British GT Championship and the Blancpain Endurance Series – with points in the F1 and wins the GT4 category for both of the Silverstone endurance events.

Following a great team performance the honour was left to Greg Mansell to bring the Evora GT4 over the finish line taking first place in the GT4 category but narrowly missing out on the Championship title as RJN Motorsport finished albeit three laps down.

‘We can be very proud this weekend finishing both the British GT Championship and Blancpain series with a win, it bodes well for 2012” said Group Lotus Motorsport Director Claudio Berro.

Source: Lotus Cars – More F1 Points & More GT4 Success
Discussion: Forum Thread

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LRGP – Korean GP Build Up

Posted on 11th October 2011

A few pieces from LRGP in the build up to this weekends Korean Grand Prix…

LRGP – James Allison on the Korean GP – ”There is still much to learn about this track”

Which aspects of the car are crucial for a good performance at the Korean International Circuit?
JA: The Korean International Circuit is not a track which favours any particular aspect of the car; it’s one where the entire package has to be maximised.

LRGP – Eric Boullier on the Korean GP: “In many ways, 2011 has been a transitional year for us with a whole range of changes”

With only four races remaining, how much thought are you giving to 2012?
EB: Frankly speaking, a lot of my thoughts have now turned to next year. Whilst the priority remains securing fifth place in the Constructors’ Championship and helping nurture Bruno and Vitaly’s opportunities to score highly at the next four races, an increasing amount of my time is devoted to seeing how we can raise the bar.

You can also download the LRGP – Korean GP Preview Pack.

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Lotus Cars – Back on track in Suzuka

Posted on 11th October 2011

Lotus Cars talk to Lotus Ambassador Jean Alesi and ask him what he thought of Lotus Renault GP’s performance in Singapore, and reflecting on Vettel’s fantastic season.

Lotus Renault GP got both cars in the top ten in qualifying, which must have come as a relief after all the head-scratching in Singapore?

It was uncomfortable to watch the pace in Singapore. They weren’t as competitive as they should have been, but things were back on track in Suzuka. Qualifying was impressive, and this is at one of the most demanding circuits ever built. So that’s encouraging but based on where they started I was disappointed with the result. Ninth and 16th: I expected a little better.

Source: Lotus Cars – Back on track in Suzuka
Discussion: Forum Thread

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Event Focus – Lotus Factory Tour, October 19th, 2pm

Posted on 10th October 2011

The Essex region have arranged a discounted rate for the Lotus Driving Academy Hethel Factory Tour on Wednesday the 19th of October.

As of writing a total of 4 places are still available at the reduced price of £35 per person, offering a fantastic chance to go and see first hand how Lotus produce the cars we all know and love, and if you’re lucky catch a glimpse of the forthcoming MY12 models as well…

Those interested should see the Essex – Factory Tour Thread, or contact Petesnap via U2U…

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Lotus Evora S GP Edition

Posted on 10th October 2011

News comes from Bell and Colvill of a special edition Evora S, but unlike previous Evoras which have been up for charity, this is a limited run for general sale.

Taking inspiration from the new Lotus Renault Formula 1 Grand Prix team Lotus Cars are pleased to offer a limited edition of only three cars in the black, gold and red colours of the race team.

In addition to the standard Evora S specification these cars feature:-
Premium Pack with SuedeTex and custom Red Stiching
Suedetex Base Pack
Tech Pack
Reversing Camera
Forged Diamond Cut Design Wheels 19 inch front and 20 inch rear

Only 3 Lotus Evora S GP Editions are set to be produced, so those who are interested should move quickly.

Discussion: Forum Thread

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LRGP – Japanese GP – Vitaly Petrov post race video Diary

Posted on 9th October 2011

Lotus Renault GP have uploaded a post race interview with Vitaly Petrov

Shortly after scoring a vital two points for the team in Suzuka, Vitaly took some time out to tell us the importance of the result in staving off the threat of Force India in the Constructors’ Championship.

Source: LRGP – Japanese GP – Vitaly Petrov post race video Diary

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Lotus Sport UK – Lotus Evora Of Glew/Holmes Takes GT4 Win At Silverstone

Posted on 9th October 2011

Mixed emotions for Lotus Sport UK on Saturday, as the No. 48 Evora GT4 of Glew and Holmes takes GT4 class victory in the final round of the British GT Championship, but the No. 49 sister car failing in the closing stages of the race while running third.

A brilliant performance from Phil Glew and Chris Holmes gave the Lotus Sport UK teamsomething to celebrate as the Avon Tyres British GT Championship drew to a close at Silverstone. Continue reading →

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LRGP – Japanese GP – Race – Lotus Renault GP Race Report

Posted on 9th October 2011

Lotus Renault GPs Japanese GP Race Report is up, after a slightly disappointing race following on from the promise of practice and qualifying.

On his first pit stop on lap 18, Vitaly changed for another set of the Pirelli medium tyres before the safety car was deployed. He stopped once again 21 laps later, this time moving onto the soft tyres, which crucially allowed him to overtake both Force India cars and cross the finishing line in ninth position.

Bruno meanwhile suffered from a tricky first lap, slipping back four places into 13th. He adopted the same strategy as Vitaly (medium, medium, soft) as he endured a race full of traffic before crossing the line in 16th position.

Source: LRGP – Japanese GP – Race – Lotus Renault GP Race Report
Discussion: Forum Thread

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