Spyker is not new to using Lotus for its engineering services. Its latest agreement with the brand, though, goes a step further and includes the sharing of ideas, parts, and even platforms. Lotus role in the C8 is set to expand with Spyker's C8 Aileron and they may even play a role in Spyker's D8 off road, Dakar buggy, type vehicle.
There's even a chance that Spyker's and the Lotus Esprit successor may be sharing parts .
Our take? Spykers have been criticized as all looks with no substance, further involvement by Lotus can make them legitimate supercar competitors. Lotus thankfully, should be guaranteed some income.
via Automobile Magazine