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Week 5
News of the Week
Peter Rawlinson CEO and CTO of Lucid Group had an interview with Scott Kerr on “The Luxury Item”. This isn’t a podcast I have previously heard of but enjoyed the discussion between Peter and Scott. During this podcast, Peter discussed some of the advantages of the Lucid Air:
Lucid Air
The highest voltage at 924 volts
Highest range
Highest efficiency
More interior room in a Mercedes S class and smaller on the outside than on a Tesla Model S
Lucid Gravity
3 Row - 7-seater SUV under $80,000
Estimated 440-mile range
0 - 60 in 3.5 seconds
Drives better than the Lamborghini Urus, has more room than a Cadillac Escalade
Reaffirmed SOP 2024
Lucid Midsize
Multiple platforms - $48,000 - $50,0000
30x TAM
Direct competition to Tesla Model 3 and Model Y
SOP 2026
Lucids Future
Improved marketing
Re-energized with new engagement
Grassroots growth from current owners
NACS
Highly reliable
Availability of chargers in North America
Global presence
Currently in 8 countries
AMP-2 - opens outside markets in the Middle East, Asia, and Europe
No plans to enter Chinese markets at this time
“Not all EVs are created equal some are Electron Guzzlers”
Lucid appoints Nick Twork as Head of Global Communications
Nick has 30 years of experience in the car industry and has worked at companies like Ford, GM, Porsche, Infiniti, and Renault in communications roles. Now, he is joining Lucid. Lucid announced that Nick will lead their global communications team, handling product, corporate, financial, and internal communications, and media relations. If you follow Lucid on X, you can already notice Nick hard at Twork.
"It's an honor – and a whole lot of fun – to be part of the world-class team that produces the most innovative EVs on Earth," Twork said. "As a longtime enthusiast of zero-emission transportation, I look forward to serving Lucid's mission of accelerating humanity's transition to sustainable transportation and energy."
Brazilian Soccer Legend Ronaldinho was seen arriving at an event in Geneva in a Lucid Air. Lucid Oasis and Rocckosw23 shared this picture and video on X of the crowds swarming around Ronaldinho and the Lucid Air. Ronaldinho has nearly 150 million followers across Instagram, Facebook, and X.
The soccer legend @10Ronaldinho ⚽️⚽️ arriving with style in the amazing #LucidAir 🏆🥇🔝
— Lucid 🚀🚀 (@rocckosw23)
6:58 PM • Jun 24, 2024
Tim Pollard of CarMagazine.co.uk posted a positive review of the Lucid Air on his X account last weekend. He talked about how much he enjoyed driving it, mentioning its range, efficiency, and comfort. Read his thoughts and share your comments below!
Well, this was quite something. I think the Lucid Air might be the most impressive electric car I’ve ever driven – and from a brand of which many of you may not have heard. A thread... 🪡⚡️🧐
>> 1 of 7— Tim Pollard (@TimPollardCars)
9:40 AM • Jun 22, 2024
Gravity Updates
A settlement has been reached
Last week we shared that the trial for using “Gravity” was officially placed on a one-month hold between Lucid Group and Gravity Inc. On Friday afternoon Lucid shared the exciting news that the two companies have come to terms and the Lucid Gravity name is here to stay.
"We are pleased to have reached an agreement with Gravity, Inc.," said Matt Everitt, General Counsel at Lucid. "Anticipation is building for the Lucid Gravity and we look forward to delivering the world's most outstanding all-electric SUV."
Nick Twork who became Lucids Head of Global Communications this week quickly took to X and shared a picture of one of the first Lucid Gravity bodies to be made! Make sure to follow Nick for frequent updates about Lucid motors.
Got to spend some time with @LucidMotors CEO Peter Rawlinson at our Arizona manufacturing facility this week. Here’s one of the very first Lucid Gravity bodies off our automated production line.
— Nick Twork (@ntwork)
12:52 AM • Jun 28, 2024
Jaan of the EV Universe shared this on X! The first gravity body structure has come off the line. Make sure to follow him on X and subscribe to his weekly newsletter.
Rawlinson: "We just built the first @LucidMotors Gravity body structure on our new automated robotic production line at our Arizona factory. All-aluminum monocoque, state of the art. I would like to express my gratitude to the entire team who made this possible."
— Jaan of the EV Universe ⚡ (@TheEVuniverse)
6:30 PM • Jun 28, 2024
YouTube Video of the Week
Last weekend, Forbes shared an engaging and informative video featuring the Lucid Air to their substantial audience of 1.7 million YouTube followers. This video, which runs for nearly 4 minutes and 30 seconds, is hosted by the knowledgeable Scotty Reiss. Throughout the video, Reiss delves into the fascinating history of Lucid Motors, providing viewers with a deeper understanding of the company's journey, the highlights of the car, and a peak at the Lucid Gravity.
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