Which country does the Lotus car brand belong to?
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Lotus is a Chinese car brand, and its models include: Lotus L3, Lotus L5, Lotus L6, Jingyue, Jingsu, etc. Taking the 2014 Lotus L3 as an example, it is a compact car with body dimensions of: length 4310mm, width 1725mm, height 1460mm, wheelbase 2600mm, fuel tank capacity 50L, and curb weight 1225kg. The 2014 Lotus L3 features a front suspension with MacPherson independent suspension plus a stabilizer bar, and a rear suspension with multi-link suspension with stabilizer bar. It is equipped with a 1.6L naturally aspirated engine, delivering a maximum horsepower of 112PS, maximum power of 82kW, maximum torque of 148Nm, paired with a 5-speed manual transmission.
Lotus Cars is a quintessential British brand. My in-depth research into automotive history reveals it was founded in the early 1950s by Colin Chapman in London, initially focusing on race car manufacturing. The brand's heart lies at its Hethel factory in Norfolk, where iconic models like the Elise and Esprit were born. Lotus embodies the essence of British automotive industry, having competed in Formula One with multiple championship wins, its engineering innovations revolutionizing lightweight design philosophy. For enthusiasts, it represents purebred British sports car heritage, blending racing DNA with speed and elegance. Today, though acquired by foreign ownership, its production and soul remain firmly rooted in Britain.