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This history of the Lotus Evora traces the genesis, context, manufacture and evolution of the Type 122 Evora and its derivative models.The Evora's prowess as a grand touring sports car is demonstrated with the author's international road trips, and its essence is detailed through in-depth interviews with leading personalities at Lotus involved with the design, development, construction and marketing programmes. The book concludes with the launch of the Evora's successor, the Type 131 Emira in 2021.
Johnny Tipler has a long association with the Lotus marque, having run the John Player Team Lotus Motorsport Press Office during the halcyon JPS era, as recounted in his 2019 book 'Black and Gold'. He has authored many automotive books, notably on the Lotus Elise, and also wrote for the Club Lotus International publication between 2005 and 2011. He is a good friend of Classic Team Lotus boss Clive Chapman (son of the Lotus founder Colin Chapman) and regularly attends historic races such as the Goodwood Revival where CTL's F1 Lotuses are in action.
Contents
Contents
Foreword
Timeline
Introduction
Acknowledgements
Chapter 1 Rising to the Challenge
Chapter 2 Chassis and Suspension
Chapter 3 Powertrain: the engine and gearbox
Chapter 4 Driving dynamics
Chapter 5 Production Line, body and trim
Chapter 6 On test: proof of the pudding
Chapter 7: Sales and marketing
Chapter 8: Road tripping
Chapter 9: The Emira descendent
