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Carmaker Lotus plans to end production in the UK

Last updated: June 27, 2025 9:15 pm
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Lotus, the iconic British sports carmaker, is facing a major crisis as it plans to cease production in the UK after more than 70 years. This decision is expected to put 1,300 jobs at risk, marking another setback for the country’s struggling car industry.

The company, which is owned by Chinese carmaker Geely, has been experiencing financial difficulties and has reportedly failed to pay its suppliers in recent weeks. This has led to a temporary halt in production at its Hethel plant in Norfolk for about a month. Sources familiar with the situation have revealed that Lotus is considering ending production at the plant permanently as early as next year.

In response to inquiries about the production pause, Lotus stated that it was a result of inventory management issues related to US tariffs. Feng Qingfeng, the CEO of Lotus Technology, the US-listed entity with a controlling stake in the UK business, mentioned plans to increase car production in America to counter President Donald Trump’s tariffs on foreign-made vehicles. This move has resulted in the suspension of shipments of the Emira sports car to the US.

Geely acquired a 51% stake in Lotus in 2017 as part of a deal to invest in Proton, the Malaysian owner of Lotus. Although Geely’s investment was initially seen as a lifeline for the struggling company, it redirected its focus to a new manufacturing plant in Wuhan, China. Last year, Lotus Technology went public in the US through a merger and recently announced its intention to acquire Geely’s stake in the UK business.

Despite Geely’s efforts to revive the historic British brand, Lotus has faced challenges in transitioning to high-end electric vehicles. This shift led to significant management changes, with Matt Windle taking over as the head of Lotus Cars Europe in May. Since its IPO last year, Lotus Technology has seen a drastic drop in its stock value, reflecting investor concerns about the company’s future.

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If Lotus ends production at the Hethel plant, it would further diminish the UK’s car manufacturing sector, which has already seen closures by other automakers like Honda and Ford in recent years. The industry has also been impacted by Trump’s tariff policies, resulting in a sharp decline in vehicle production levels.

In conclusion, Lotus’s decision to potentially cease production in the UK underscores the challenges faced by the country’s car industry and highlights the need for strategic planning and innovation to ensure its sustainability in a rapidly changing global market.

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