Lotus appoints David McIntyre as Regional Director, Asia Pacific and China

  • David brings 25 years’ experience in luxury and performance automotive experience, including 15 years in the region
  • Tasked with building a strong and comprehensive retail network across Asia Pacific markets and China
  • Further evidence of Lotus’ ambition to deliver significant growth in global markets

(Hethel, UK – 11 September 2019) – Lotus has strengthened its senior management team with the appointment of David McIntyre as Regional Director, Asia Pacific & China. It’s further evidence of the performance car brand’s ambitious plan for significant growth in global markets.

David has 25 years of luxury and performance automotive experience including roles in Germany, Latin America and the UK, working for brands such as Porsche, Aston Martin, Bentley and McLaren. For the last 15 years he has worked in the Asia Pacific region, including periods in South Korea and China.

David will be based in Hangzhou, China – Lotus’ headquarters in the region. He will be tasked with building a strong and comprehensive retail network across Asia Pacific markets and China. This network will be supported by a strengthened regional sales, marketing and aftersales team to deliver significant volume growth and outstanding customer service.

Outside of work, David’s passion is motorsport. He was the 2017 China GT amateur champion in GT4 racing and the following year was runner-up in the 2018 China GT series. Other interests including yacht-racing and learning to fly.

David commented: “Performance cars are definitely in my blood, and Asia-Pacific and China have been my home for the last 15 years. This role presents an irresistible challenge, and I look forward to playing a part in writing a new chapter in the Lotus success story.”

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