Robert Allred wrote:
> I've read in several references that Colin Chapman was reluctant to
> describe the motivation to name his company and racing team "Lotus".
>
> Indeed, in one interview, he stated that he might disclose the reason
> someday, but not at that time.
>
> Does anyone know if the time to do so ever arrived, and if so, did he
> ever describe why he chose the name, "Lotus"? I've wondered about this
> for years.
>
> Thanks in advance for this or any other Lotus or Jim Clark trivia!
>
> Robert
Hi Robert,
I think it remains a mystery. Mike Causer, may know the whole history of
theories.
One was that it was the brand of his beloved sled.... no that was Citizen
Cane. I've heard though that it may have had something to do with Colin
and Hazel's early days.
Rod Bean
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