Fri, 27 Jun 2025

Fri, 27 Jun 2025 Lotus considering shifting UK production to US

The BBC understands the car maker is considering the move amid the introduction of US tariffs.

* Lotus is considering ending production in UK and moving to US due to tariffs
* 1,300 jobs at risk at Hethel headquarters in Norfolk if move goes ahead
* Company under review after production suspended temporarily due to tariff disruption
* US is a major market for Lotus but tariffs threaten business with 25% tax on imports
* UK government and Trump administration agreed deal to lower tariffs to 10% from June, but manufacturers have had to pay higher rate so far
* Decision comes amid Geely's reorganisation of its car brands portfolio, including Volvo and Polestar
* Lotus has already announced 270 job cuts in April due to "volatile market conditions"
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