Lotus ditching hybrid drivetrain for all-electric power in upcoming SUV

British sports car maker Lotus is changing its tune in more ways than one as it prepares to launch an all-electric SUV in the next few years. What was originally pegged to be powered by a hybrid drivetrain, Lotus‘ upcoming SUV code-named “Lambda” will reportedly be entirely battery powered, featuring two electric motors, Autocar writes. Two variants are planned for the Lamda, a 600 horsepower base model and a 750 horsepower flagship. Current estimates suggest the vehicle will have a range of over 360 miles, although engineers have their eyes on increasing that number if possible. As such, the SUV…

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