Colin Chapman at the wheel of a Lotus racing car at Delamare Road, Cheshunt The world of Formula 1 racing saw the return of one of its most triumphant names recently when Lotus`s bid to return to the fast lane was accepted by the FIA. As one of the most successful teams in the sports history Lotus stormed to countless victories during the 60`s and late 80`s, although they have been notably absent since... 

The company was formed as Lotus Engineering Ltd. by engineer Colin Chapman, a graduate of University College, London, in 1952. The first factory was in old stables behind the Railway Hotel in Hornsey. Team Lotus, which was split off from Lotus Engineering in 1954, was active and competitive in Formula One racing from 1958 to 1994. The company moved to a purpose built factory at Cheshunt in 1959 and...