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Lucid Motors

In this section of Torque News read the latest news about Lucid Motors, Lucid Air and electric vehicles made by Lucid Motors.

By Noah Washington on
He's put 72,000 miles on his Lucid Air with zero maintenance costs, while his Corvette C8 would have cost him $4,850 in service for the same distance. Is this the new face of performance?
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A luxury EV praised for comfort is now drawing attention for something unexpected. Discover what’s behind the surprising passenger experience that some Lucid owners are finding harder to ignore.
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While Tesla is slipping, and BYD is circling, Lucid chooses a different path with its Gravity SUV.
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A 2025 Lucid Air Pure owner reveals a surprising flaw: despite its cutting-edge tech, the phone key unlock is so slow he's reverted to the fob, yet still finds himself locked out at times.
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He drove his Lucid Air 71,000 miles through the Rockies and discovered an EV secret: climbing mountains drains the battery, but descending can recover over 100 miles of range.
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An S-Class loyalist just test-drove the Lucid Gravity GT, and his verdict is in… the ride, climate, and storage are so impressive that it's making him rethink everything about luxury vehicles.
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Families want it, TikTok loves it, but the Lucid Gravity might still be out of reach for most Americans spurring a discussion about accessibility versus affordability in the EV market.
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The Lucid Gravity is a masterpiece of design and space, but one new owner is reeling from a chaotic software experience, with everything from navigation to basic apps failing within days of ownership.
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Driving a Lucid Air Pure feels "phenomenal" and "like driving on a cloud." But as one new owner discovers, even a $70K luxury EV can be undermined by inconsistent power delivery and maddening software glitches. Is the Lucid Air still a grand slam?
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He traded his Jeep for a Lucid Air GT and felt like he drove into the future, but a $40 charge for 200 miles and a useless auto-park feature are quickly turning his dream into an expensive reality check.
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Despite its luxurious ride and incredible power, this $131K Lucid Air GT is plagued by a 60-second unlock delay and other software glitches, leaving its owner ready to jump to a Taycan.
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The Lucid Gravity SUV might drive like a dream, but one glaring "annoying problem" with its software highlights the ongoing struggles of even the most promising EV startups.
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185 miles of extra range just by changing wheels? This Lucid Air GT owner's experiment with 19-inch wheels instead of 21-inch wheels delivered a mind-blowing efficiency boost.
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He owns both a Lucid Air and a Rivian R1S, but for a 780-mile trip, only one made sense. Discover the surprising winner.
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This guy traded his Model S and Model 3 for a Lucid Air Touring and instantly discovered one massive flaw that Tesla owners don’t have to worry about.
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Brilliant, broken, and beautifully flawed. One owner's brutally honest EV comparison of a Lucid Air, Tesla Model 3, and Rivian R1S exposes their surprising strengths and weaknesses.
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I just drove the Lucid Gravity and placed an order the same day, yes, it’s that good. Here’s what Reddit test drivers are saying, and why this might be Lucid’s breakout moment.
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The Lucid Air promised this former Tesla Model 3 owner luxury and a breathtaking 400-mile range, but after spending $90,000, he discovered one critical infrastructure problem that makes him watch as Tesla drivers effortlessly continue their journeys
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The new Lucid Gravity is officially in the hands of owners. Starting at $79,900, it enters the market as a serious challenger to the Rivian R1S and Tesla Model X.
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Could this be the end of the dreaded road trip fatigue? One driver's experience on their inaugural EV road trip in a Lucid Air suggests the future of long-distance travel is quieter, smoother, and surprisingly enjoyable.
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Is Tesla's charging crown slipping? The Lucid Gravity Supercharger debut proves that innovation waits for no one, and the Cybertruck is feeling the heat on its home turf.
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Kevin Cordova took matters into his own hands and launched a single-man recovery operation for his stolen Lucid Air, foregoing police involvement. The events that unfolded could be the plot of a short film.
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Lucid is a great manufacturer, but they need more studios if they want to make the next jump and compete with companies like Rivian and Tesla. The East Coast only has two dealerships.
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After bad experiences with the Tesla Model Y and Tesla Model 3, I’ve decided to go through with my Lucid Air purchase. However, there’s one glaring issue.
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My Lucid Air Touring had a catastrophic drivetrain failure after just 392 miles of ownership, turning my $69,000 EV into an immobile paperweight. The vehicle unexpectedly shut down while driving at 45 mph.
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After cross-shopping five luxury EVs including the Tesla Model S and BMW's latest electric offerings, I chose the 2025 Lucid Air Touring in Zenith Red with the stealth appearance package.
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After spending $170,000 on a 2022 Lucid Air Dream Edition, I never imagined my 11,000-mile-old luxury EV would suffer such an absurd consequence. What started as a routine service visit for a malfunctioning seat turned into a nightmare.
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Trading my Tesla Model S for a Lucid Air felt like a no-brainer last week, the showroom car's stunning build quality and 410-mile range made my Model S's panel gaps and phantom braking issues seem ancient.
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The Lucid Air has been surprisingly reliable despite many reported issues in the past.
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My honeymoon phase for my Lucid Air came to an abrupt halt when the infotainment system decided to completely freeze just 48 hours into ownership, maybe Tesla is better.