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Lotus Theory 1 Teased: A Porsche 718 EV Killer In The Making? - Storyboard

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  • Lotus marketing chief teased an image of Theory 1. Could this be a rumored all-electric sports car and successor to the Lotus Elise?
    Lotus marketing chief teased an image of Theory 1. Could this be a rumored all-electric sports car and successor to the Lotus Elise?
  • The Theory 1's design is aggressive and sporty, with a prominent wing and sleek taillights
    The Theory 1's design is aggressive and sporty, with a prominent wing and sleek taillights
  • Lotus models typically have names starting with the letter
    Lotus models typically have names starting with the letter "E," but Theory 1 breaks this tradition, suggesting it's a preview of future designs
  • If the Theory 1 has some connection with the Type 135 all-electric sports car teased by Lotus in 2021
    If the Theory 1 has some connection with the Type 135 all-electric sports car teased by Lotus in 2021
  • It could end up being a rival to the upcoming Porsche 718 EV
    It could end up being a rival to the upcoming Porsche 718 EV
  • The Type 132, which is now the Lotus Eletre SUV
    The Type 132, which is now the Lotus Eletre SUV
  • And the Type 133, the Lotus Emeya sedan have already gone on sale
    And the Type 133, the Lotus Emeya sedan have already gone on sale
  • The Theory 1 might be a sneak peek at the highly anticipated Type 135, a sports car expected to launch in 2027.
    The Theory 1 might be a sneak peek at the highly anticipated Type 135, a sports car expected to launch in 2027.
  • Lotus is developing a new lightweight electric vehicle architecture that will be used for multiple cars, including the Type 135
    Lotus is developing a new lightweight electric vehicle architecture that will be used for multiple cars, including the Type 135
  • The Type 135 will have a unique battery placement behind the cabin, similar to a traditional engine, allowing for a lower driving position
    The Type 135 will have a unique battery placement behind the cabin, similar to a traditional engine, allowing for a lower driving position
  • Lotus and founder Colin Chapman, have a history of building lightweight, driver-focused sports cars, and Theory 1 is expected to follow this tradition
    Lotus and founder Colin Chapman, have a history of building lightweight, driver-focused sports cars, and Theory 1 is expected to follow this tradition
  • Expected to cost $95,000, the Theory 1 will face competition from other electric sports cars like the upcoming Porsche Boxster EV, and the MG Cyberster in Europe and China
    Expected to cost $95,000, the Theory 1 will face competition from other electric sports cars like the upcoming Porsche Boxster EV, and the MG Cyberster in Europe and China
  • The official unveiling of the Theory 1 is scheduled for September 17th, and it remains to be seen if that car that takes over from the Emira is an electric Elise or a glimpse into the future of Lotus design.
    The official unveiling of the Theory 1 is scheduled for September 17th, and it remains to be seen if that car that takes over from the Emira is an electric Elise or a glimpse into the future of Lotus design.