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The Lotus interview: Dr Robert Hentschel, Director of Lotus Engineering
just-auto's Dave Leggett interviews Dr Robert Hentschel, Director of Lotus Engineering. Read here >
A near-term approach for cost-effective mass reduction
Lotus Engineering recently concluded a comprehensive mass reduction investigation. The study, released by the International Council on Clean Transportation, was divided into two sections based on, firstly, a 2017 production target, and secondly a 2020 production target. This article reviews the nearer-term model which required demonstrated technical feasibility by 2014. A key requirement was that existing manufacturing and assembly facilities be utilised.
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The concept and performance of the Lotus range extender engine
The Lotus Range Extender engine is a purpose-designed 1.2 litre in-line 3-cylinder spark-ignition (SI) engine for use in plug-in hybrid electric vehicles. Read here >
Hybrid and electric vehicle testing at Lotus
Driven by the increasingly stringent government regulations and energy security concerns, plus higher oil prices, virtually all leading car makers are exploring ways to reduce their vehicles' carbon dioxide emissions and increase their fuel efficiency. Read here >
Lotus Engineering is the leading automotive engineering consultancy, working for most OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers. Its strengths lie in its thorough understanding of the automotive business, leading edge engineering expertise and talented staff.
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Previous issues
- Issue 36 - Jan/Feb - Achieving emissions excellence
- Issue 35 - Nov/Dec 2009 - Alternative ideas for energy efficiency
- Issue 34 - Sep/Oct 2009 : Going the Distance
- Issue 33 - Jul/Aug 2009 : A Case for the Defence
- Issue 32 - May/Jun 2009 : Slicker Cities
- Issue 31 - Mar/Apr 2009 : Fuelling Innovation
- Issue 30 - Jan/Feb 2009 : On Track
- Issue 29 - Nov/Dec 2008 : Onwards and upwards in challenging times
- Issue 28 - Sep/Oct 2008 : Design evolution
- Issue 27 - Jul/Aug 2008 : The Evora is here
- Issue 26 - May/June 2008 : Lotus adds lightness
- Issue 25 - March/April 2008 : Lowering C02, improving performance
- Issue 24 - January/February 2008 : New year, New look
- Issue 23 - November/December 2007 : Form and Function
- Issue 22 - September/October 2007 : Green Technologies
- Issue 21 - July/August 2007 : Polar Moments
- Issue 20 - May/June 2007 : Emerging technologies
- Issue 19 - March/April 2007 : Lotus Sport
- Issue 18 - January/February 2007 : Driving Dynamics
- Issue 17 - November/December 2006 : New product development technologies
- Issue 16 - September/October 2006 : Alternative Fuels
- Issue 15 - July/August 2006 : Car Design
- Issue 14 - May/June 2006 : Global platforms and emerging markets
- Issue 13 - March/April 2006 : Fuel savings and car sharing
- Issue 12 - January/February 2006 : Research & Development
- Issue 11 - November/December 2005 : Lotus' motorsport services
- Issue 10 - September/October 2005 : Vehicle Architecture
- Issue 9 - July/August 2005 : Automotive Partnerships
- Issue 8 - May/Jun 2005 : Powertrain Developments
- Issue 7 - Mar/Apr 2005 : Supply Chain Management
- Issue 6 - Jan/Feb 2005 : Vehicle Dynamics
- Issue 5 - Nov/Dec 2004 : Metallic Materials and Joining Technologies
- Issue 4 - Sept/Oct 2004 : Managing Innovation
- Issue 3 - July/August 2004 : Engineering: A Global Business
- Issue 2 - May/June 2004 : Design Houses
- Issue 1 - March/April 2004 : The Future of Niche Vehicles
Lotus Engineering contact details:
If you would like any further information on any other service Lotus Engineering offers, please contact us.
Email: engsales@lotuscars.co.uk
Address: Lotus Engineering, Hethel, Norwich, Norfolk, NR14 8EZ. UK.
Telephone: +44(0)1953 608423
Fax: +44(0)1953 608132