You step into the car through the head-turning doors that slide back and upward, taking part of the roof with it for easy driver access. Then you perch your bum on the smooth carbon fibre in front of the passenger seat, and simply slide across into the central driver’s seat.

The wraps are off a radical new electric concept car from Lotus, designed to showcase the ‘future of intelligent performance vehicles’. The Lotus Theory 1 demonstrates the British company’s new design manifesto – and reveals new technological innovations.

While the design and concept of the Lotus 1 hint at the future, so does its execution. Lotus shows off a variety of recycled materials throughout this concept car. Recycled carbon fiber makes the tub, recycled glass fills the greenhouse, and more recycled materials fill the rest of its voids.

The British sports car maker proves it’s not all about SUVs and saloons as it goes back to its lightweight roots

Lotus has released a new concept car which aims to act as a showcase for the brand’s new design direction. The Theory 1 incorporates a three-seater setup, with the driver occupying a central position in the vehicle with a passenger on each side behind.

Thanks to its interesting tech, the all-electric Theory 1 concept reveals how Lotus could go back to it roots in the electric age.

Lotus has a lot to say about its breathtaking new Theory 1 concept car. It "embodies the future of intelligent performance vehicles," and its design encapsulates "three core principles – Digital, Natural,

Lotus has unveiled a wild new electric concept, and it's expected to lead the way for future performance cars from the brand.