Lotus F1 Racing has confirmed that the long awaited launch of the 2010 Lotus Formula 1 racing car will take place on the 12th of February in central London.

The Royal Horticultural Hall has been selected by the team as the perfect venue to unveil one of the sporting world's most eagerly anticipated new challengers.

An audience of 400 guests, including all staff of the newly formed team, will be the first to see the livery of the new Lotus Racing car.