Lotus Type 135 hybrid V8 supercar teaser. Credit: Lotus Published May 12, 2026, 1:29 PM EDT Jon is a seasoned journalist who has written definitive coverage of consumer tech at publications like Engadget, Android Authority, and BetaKit. He's an expert on making tech accessible ranging from mobile and PCs to emerging platforms like wearables. When he's not writing, he's going on adventures with ihis family and is an avid photographer. Sign in to your How-To Geek account Lotus is moving away from EV-centric plans, but it's still betting that electrification will help it stand out in the performance car space . The company has unveiled a new Focus 2030 roadmap that includes a teaser for a hybrid V8 supercar, the Type 135. The new strategy will include a mix of pure combustion, plug-in hybrid (PHEV), and EV vehicles that Lotus claims will stick to the company's roots in lightweight, driver-focused cars.…