Up to 550 UK jobs to go at carmaker Lotus with tariffs blamed
Lotus plans to cut 42% of its 1,300-strong workforce due to US tariffs, declining electric vehicle sales, and market shifts, while maintaining its UK base in Norfolk.
- Up to 550 roles are being cut across Lotus's UK operations, as announced by the company.
- A consultation process is underway, allowing those losing jobs to apply for other roles within Lotus.
- President Trump's tariffs were cited as a reason for the job reductions by the company.
- Lotus remains committed to the UK, stating that Norfolk will continue to be home to its core operations.
Insights by Ground AI
Does this summary seem wrong?
69 Articles
69 Articles

+7 Reposted by 7 other sources
Lotus cuts workforce by 40 per cent, points to tariffs
The second round of job cuts this year comes after heavy losses, as the automaker looks to negotiate...
·Newcastle, Australia
Read Full Article
+26 Reposted by 26 other sources
Luxury carmaker Lotus to slash UK jobs amid US tariffs
Chinese-owned luxury carmaker Lotus said Thursday that it planned to cut up to 550 UK jobs, in part over uncertainty caused by US President Donald Trump's tariffs.
·Calhoun, United States
Read Full ArticleCoverage Details
Total News Sources69
Leaning Left12Leaning Right13Center5Last UpdatedBias Distribution43% Right
Bias Distribution
- 43% of the sources lean Right
43% Right
L 40%
C 17%
R 43%
Factuality
To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium