During the 2025 Shanghai Auto Show, executives of the Lotus brand struck a bold tone, asserting that "a vehicle incapable of stopping effectively does not merit the title of a performance car, and if handling does not match the horsepower, it poses a danger on the road." They went on to proclaim that the only genuine sports cars are Ferrari, Porsche, and Lotus. These comments swiftly ignited a fiery public discourse, particularly among Lotus owners who were already disgruntled, who now sneered even more.