A concealed robotic arm extends out from the charger and automatically connects to the vehicle with ease. That means Eletre owners don’t have to do anything as banal as connecting the charger themselves; they can simply park the vehicle and let the robotic arm do the dirty work.
While impressive, Lotus isn’t the only brand developing a robot-operated charging port. Just last month, Hyundai previewed its Automatic Charging Robot. While the idea of an automatically-operated charger may seem unnecessary, the Korean automaker claims that it brings untold benefits to those with mobility barriers.
Getting back to the unnamed Lotus charger, the high charging speeds will speed up this mundane task. It’s worth noting the Eletre can charge at speeds of up to 350 kW. Other plush EVs, such as the Mercedes EQS SUV, can be charged at speeds of up to 200 kW.