New All-Electric GT the Lotus Emeya Completes Testing Inside the Arctic Circle

The all-electric Lotus Emeya hyper-GT has completed the final stage of a global test programme around 250km inside the Arctic Circle. Over the winter, the grand tourer was in Ivalo, Finland, as Lotus engineers conclude their validation work in sub-zero conditions.

The testing included proving the unrestricted usability of the vehicle's battery in extreme weather, both charging and discharging, to ensure consistency and repeatability.

It’s the culmination of a three-year test and development programme across 15 countries in two continents, supported by Lotus’ global engineering teams.

It took place on a variety of terrain and conditions; from the UK's challenging B-roads to the smooth and fast-flowing German autobahn, through the highest Alpine passes and the remoteness of Inner Mongolia.

Testing also took place at race tracks such as the Nürburgring Nordschleife and at proving grounds like the high-speed loop near the southern Italian town of Nardò.

Additional in-market testing will take place in the Middle East, United States and Australia ahead of deliveries in these markets.

The new model feature a 55-inch head-up display – the largest and most advanced in any Lotus – which has a Snow Mode which turns the display blue, helping the driver to see the outline of the road more easily against a white background.

Sylvain Verstraeten, Regional Vehicle Line Director, Emeya, says: “The testing process at Lotus is rigorous and covers a comprehensive performance assessment of everything from suspension and steering through to battery and tyres. Emeya is the ultimate all-electric grand tourer, designed and engineered to deliver the optimum driving experience for our customers 365 days a year and in all conditions. We’re incredibly excited for customers to be able to experience Emeya for themselves.”

Gavan Kershaw, Director of Attributes and Product Integrity, Lotus, adds: “There are many elements of the Lotus DNA which have been carried through all our vehicles since the very first one in 1948. A Lotus should be engaging and desirable, but also safe and predictable. That doesn’t mean boring – in fact, just the opposite! Drivers need to know they can trust their car so they can maximise the dynamic performance, and with the development work that’s gone into Emeya, they really can.”

Lotus Group is made up of a high-performance sports car business, Lotus Cars, and an all-electric luxury mobility provider, Lotus Technology.