Proton-owned producer originally as a major sponsor along with some equity in the Renault F1 team, but the secret of his grander ambitions for the future.
Bahar meeting in London for a media dinner Wednesday, where he confirmed that the group is Lotus' plans are underway to consider building its own engines and sports cars in 2012 Indycar.
"We have the ability to motor design to other OEMs, so there is no reason why we should be able to design and engines to build for themselves," said Bahar, who has admitted that F1 engine program is "far" from the concrete.
"This is the first step to complete your own product - a sports car with his motorcycle - and the rest is a logical consequence," he said.
But the main topic of conversation with journalists in London, was irritated spat with Lotus, and Bahar said he expects the dispute amicably.
He admitted that the obvious logical solution - a friendly tie-up with Tony Fernandes - Malaysian billionaire failed because of "ridiculous and absurd" claims.
A likely result is that Fernandes' clothing will be called Team Lotus in 2011, while Renault does not change the name of the chassis for the commercial consequences.
Bahar concluded that "unfortunately" It is inevitable that "only commentators to use the name Renault to the Enstone based team on the name change with a new Concorde Agreement, together in 2013 to describe.
But unfortunately there is no doubt that the group Fernandes, "he said." (Name) Team Lotus is something that should rest in peace "
He confirmed that Lotus group did not want "a (different) for your car, because Lotus car is our trademark. We are the only automaker trying to devise a new formula program.
Bahar also rejected claims that the plans for the black and gold colors of next year, inspired by John Player Special Lotus cars from the past is a reminder of F1 tobacco laden era.
He insisted that next year will be Renault livery is no potential adverse effects of tobacco advertising. "
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