Lotus and Williams Advanced Engineering have announced a strategic technical partnership, in which they will share R&D into advanced propulsion technologies.

Lotus Engineering (www.lotuscars.com) has extensive expertise in the integration and application of new technologies — for Lotus Cars and many other engineering clients — and it is an acknowledged leader in lightweight structures and advanced materials.

Williams Advanced Engineering (www.williamsf1.com/advancedengineering) has expertise in the automotive sector and beyond; this includes applying the knowledge derived from the use of battery technology during the first four
seasons of Formula E racing.

Phil Popham, Lotus Cars CEO, said: “Our new technology partnership with Williams Advanced Engineering is part of a strategy to expand our knowledge and capability in the rapidly changing automotive landscape.

"Applying advanced propulsion powertrains can provide exciting solutions across multiple vehicle sectors. Our combined and complementary experiences make this a very compelling match of engineering talent, technical ability and pioneering British spirit.”

Craig Wilson, managing director of Williams Advanced Engineering, said: “We take great pride in delivering innovation for our customers at a rapid pace of development, born from our Formula One heritage.

“We will be further developing next-generation powertrains in this partnership with Lotus.”