As tends to be the case with high-performance EVs, the Theory 1 is all-wheel drive, with a combined output of 986 horsepower. Lotus claims a 0-62 mph run in less than 2.5 seconds alongside a top speed of 198 mph.

With Veyron power, a carbon tub and EV underpinnings, the Lotus Theory 1 is more junior Evija than Emira successor

Lotus seldom makes headlines, but today is an exception with a stunning electric sports car concept that debuts a new design philosophy, the “The Lotus Theory,” and embodies “the future of intelligent performance vehicles” from the British manufacturer.

Lotus has revealed the Theory 1 concept car, which previews what the company's high-performance future might look like.

Lotus’ new concept EV expresses the automaker’s confidence in the future of ‘intelligent’ lightweight sports cars.

Lotus has released a new concept car which aims to act as a showcase for the brand’s new design direction.The Theory 1 incorporates a three-seater setup, with the driver occupying a central position in the vehicle with a passenger on each side behind.

One of the many side effects of the growing visibilty of electric vehicles is a parade of intriguing-looking concept EVs. Genesis is particularly notable for this, but they aren’t alone — with Lotus banking on electric cars for its own future,