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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.

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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.
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Consumer Reports just dropped a bombshell on Lucid Motors, giving the 2025 Air a brutal 7/100 reliability rating, but real-world owners tell a different story
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Online forums show increasing numbers of Model S and Model 3 owners trading in their vehicles for the Lucid Air.
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Lucid Motors grew their market presence with a 50% sales increase in January following the Gravity electric SUV launch, but now they may be introducing something new.
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I've owned both Tesla and Lucid EVs. Here's why over-engineering is killing the modern car experience.
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By Rob Enderle on
The Car market is a mess in 2025 suggesting a number of companies may be gone by the end of the decade. It would be wise to avoid buying a new car until it has settled again, likely after 2027 but before 2030, so you don’t regret the purchase.
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I stopped in traffic, and a speeding car came out of nowhere, but what happened next proved my Lucid Air is more than just luxury, it’s a lifesaver car, thank God.
By David Black on
Porsche Taycan Turbo S vs. Lucid Air GT: is the $50K price premium justified, or do rivals like Tesla and Lucid deliver better value and performance for luxury EV enthusiasts?
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When Steven Long bought a brand-new Lucid Air, the last thing he expected was to discover that his $100,000+ dream car had already been in an accident before he even took delivery.
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Discover how a test drive in a Lucid AirPure convinced one EV doubter and learn why authentic experiences may be the key to winning over petrolheads.
By Rob Enderle on
The Lucid Gravity enters the market and appears to be a far better car than the Tesla Model Y, but it comes at a premium price, so it isn’t the value it might otherwise be. Still, the EV market needs competition and firms like BYD and Lucid.
By Armen Hareyan on
Two days ago when we saw the 1st pre-production Lucid Gravity dropping into the general assembly one excited Lucid enthusiast said Lucid Gravity should have been the company's first offering. But the reply I heard baffled me, and yet it was so true.
By Denis Flierl on
Why aren’t more people talking about one electric vehicle benefit that will affect everyone regardless of what vehicle they drive or if they even drive a car? It's noise pollution. Here is why I love quiet EVs. 
By Justin Hart on
The other day my neighbor tells me he is thinking about replacing his 2 gas powered vehicles with one electric vehicle (EV). But there’s a catch: he works from home, rarely drives long distances, and isn’t that sure about what the future holds, per se.
By Loc Trang on
The lone Model Y sold by Tesla in South Korea last month isn't just a sales blip; it's a jarring note in a market increasingly resonating with diverse melodies.
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Electric vehicles are surging onto the scene, but range anxiety remains a persistent buzzkill. Lithium-ion batteries, the current kings of the road, offer decent performance, but they have limitations. Solid-state batteries are potential game changers.
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The electric vehicle landscape is abuzz with two contrasting leadership styles: Peter Rawlinson, CEO of Lucid Motors, and Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla, both aiming to redefine the future of mobility.
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The recent sighting of a camouflaged Lucid Gravity prototype zipping through South Korean streets sent shockwaves through the automotive industry.
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The upcoming paradigm shift in the electric vehicle industry toward solid-state batteries poses a critical question for EV makers like Lucid Motors.
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In the shadows of Lucid Motors, a "covert" operation has been unfolding, masterminded by the brilliant CEO and CTO, Peter Rawlinson.