Lotus CEO talks smack about Ferrari 458, McLaren MP4-12C

A few days ago, we received word that Lotus was ditching the Toyota-sourced V8 and dropping its own engine into the new Esprit. Now we get a few pointed remarks from the automaker, intent on clarifying its future position in the supercar segment, and a bit more insight into the powerplant.

Lotus CEO Dany Bahar told a recent press conference audience that its upcoming flagship will offer a more "authentic" driving experience than the targeted Ferrari 458 Italia and McLaren MP4-12C. Those are fighting words, directed at very lofty rivals. Furthermore, according to Bahar, any injection of KERS-style (Kinetic Energy Recovery System) technology in the new Esprit will be to add to the driving experience, not detract from it.
source: Autoblog