United Kingdom
Lotus
- Founded
- 1948
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Headquarters
- Hethel, England
- Founder
- Colin Chapman
- Parent company
- Geely
- Category
- Sports
Lotus logo
Lotus’s yellow roundel is a masterclass in lightness. The interlaced initials of founder Colin Chapman crown a badge dedicated to pure, unadulterated British speed and handling.
Lotus Logo meaning
The green-and-yellow badge carries founder Colin Chapman's initials 'ACBC'.
Lotus History
Built on Colin Chapman's mantra to 'add lightness', Lotus is a legendary sports-car and F1 name now Geely-owned and electrifying.
Lotus logo history & evolution

1948

1984

1986

1989

2010

2019
Lotus Frequently asked questions
What is Lotus?
Lotus is a car brand from United Kingdom and founded in 1948, operating under Geely. The brand is positioned in the Sports segment.
What country is Lotus from?
Lotus is a car brand from United Kingdom.
When was Lotus founded?
Lotus was founded in 1948.
Who owns Lotus?
Lotus is part of Geely.
What does the Lotus logo mean?
The green-and-yellow badge carries founder Colin Chapman's initials 'ACBC'.
Has the Lotus logo changed over time?
Yes. This page documents 6 versions of the Lotus logo, dating from 2019 to 1948.
What type of cars does Lotus make?
Lotus is positioned in the Sports segment.
Can I download the Lotus logo?
Yes. This page offers high-resolution Lotus logo images (PNG/WebP) for download, along with 6 historical logo versions. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.
Trademark notice
All brand names and logos are the property of their respective owners. Logo history and historical imagery are compiled from publicly available information on the internet and official brand sources. This page is provided for informational and reference purposes only.
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