View Photos of the Lotus Theory 1 Concept Car

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17 September 2024 at 5:39 pm·1-min read

Lotus unveiled a new design-and-technology concept car called the Theory 1 that the brand says will help map out the future of its sports cars.

The Lotus Theory 1 Concept is the first of the brand's new design series called Lotus Theory.

The concept uses different screens, lights, and haptics to communicate with the driver and passengers.

The bodywork is made up of a recycled carbon tub and a mix of composite and polycarbonate.

According to Lotus, the car tips the scales at under 3527 pounds.

It's built on an EV platform and produces 986 horsepower.

According to Lotus, the Theory 1 has a zero-to-60-mph time of under 2.5 seconds and a top speed of 198 mph.

The range from the 70.0-kWh battery is less impressive, with Lotus claiming a target of 250 miles on the optimistic WLTP cycle.

It's a three-seater inside, with the driver in the center and the passenger seats on either side.

There are speakers in the headrests as part of the cars' "Lotuswear" technology.

The system uses lights and haptic feedback from airbags in the seats to relay information to the driver.

Lotus Theory 1 Concept

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