
The real reasons Lotus must survive
There have been difficult times at the Lotus team as its future in F1 is resolved, but as LAWRENCE BARETTO explains, its talented staff have continued to work hard and help deliver results on track
Headlines concerning the Lotus Formula 1 team in recent years have not made for pleasant reading.
Unpaid bills have stacked up, leading to court action and threatening the future of the team.
Salaries have been delayed, while there was even a time when Enstone's canteen lacked any food!
Jenson Button backs the direction F1 is heading in for the future
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