The much-lauded Lotus Elise was discontinued in 2021 along with the Lotus Exige and Evora, bringing an end to an eventful journey that began in 1996 with the introduction of Lotus' Elise Series 1. The ...

The nimble mid-engine two-seater featured a revolutionary lightweight design that made the Miata seem like a porker. Weight, as any race-car engineer will attest, is the enemy of performance. It ...

The world of niche sports cars is full of underappreciated gems, and few shine quite like the original Lotus Elise S1. Well-loved by enthusiasts but often overlooked by the mainstream, it’s never ...

Sports cars aren’t usually a great choice for a weekend on the trails, but this modified Lotus Elise is ready to leave pavement in the rearview. Lotus is known for its agile sports cars with nimble ...

The Lotus Elise is widely regarded as one of the best handling, most rewarding cars in existence. It combines reduced weight with enough horsepower and a rigid chassis to create a car that handles ...

James has been writing about cars professionally since 2012. After a bruising period freelancing in his native UK, James spent six years in Dubai, starting his new life abroad as Web Editor for ...