If you take my word for it, Gavan Kershaw, the individual in charge of vehicle characteristics at Lotus, is the type of individual who can effortlessly drift an Evora around the brand’s 2.2-mile Hethel track all day using one hand while assembling a ham and mature cheddar on rye with the other. Although the previous chief, Matt Becker, departed Lotus a few years back to support Aston Martin, it was their collaboration that brought to life all the modern Lotuses renowned for their fantastic driving experience.
Having been part of Lotus since 1988, and with the brand now under Geely’s ownership, Kershaw is tasked with ensuring the first high-performance electric car from Lotus will have the handling expected of a Lotus. Despite being equipped with four-wheel-drive and boasting 1,973 horsepower, the Evija hypercar is designed to remain as lightweight as current technology permits. While the Evija EP2 prototype presented by Kershaw retains conventional mirrors, lacks sound insulation, and includes some additional safety apparatus, the final production model will embrace digital technology to achieve maximum sleekness:
