History and Ownership Changes of Lotus Cars

The historical background and changes in ownership of Lotus provide an interesting insight into the brand's journey that may appeal to both car enthusiasts and those interested in business and industry history.

The company was founded in 1952. In 1986, it was bought by the American concern General Motors. In 1996, the Malaysian concern Perusitan Atoable National Bhd Proton acquired a controlling stake, and in the fall of 2017, a large part 51 percent of the shares of Lotus cars received the Chinese concern Julie.