Lotus Cars is a British automotive manufacturer that specializes in the production of performance-focused sports cars and electric vehicles. Founded in 1948, the company has a long heritage in motorsport and lightweight engineering. Its current lineup includes the Emira, the final internal combustion engine sports car from the brand; the Eletre, an electric hyper-SUV; the Evija, a limited-production all-electric hypercar; and the Emeya, a high-performance electric grand tourer. The brand is undergoing a major transformation, shifting from its historic focus on combustion-powered sports cars toward a fully electric future.