Lucid Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: LCID), maker of the world’s most advanced electric vehicles, showcased the forthcoming Lucid Gravity SUV, its enabling technologies, and presented an independent third party analysis of the cost effectiveness of manufacturing these innovations at its Technology & Manufacturing Day, held today at the company’s Arizona factory. Additionally, Lucid announced that through August 31, 2024, the company has already delivered more cars in 2024 than in all of 2023.
“Today demonstrates how the Lucid Gravity is set to be the best SUV ever, showcasing its revolutionary package and attributes only made possible with the technologies Lucid has pioneered,” said Peter Rawlinson, CEO and CTO at Lucid. “Our drive unit is one of several important enabling technologies, delivering next-level performance, collectively enabling a lower cost for our powertrain system than our competitors. Simply put, our vehicles go farther with less, unlocking significant cost and mass savings as we scale.”
New Atlas Drive Unit
While Lucid’s powertrain technology is already years ahead of the competition, the company announced its next-generation drive unit, Atlas, which is in development and undergoing extensive testing. The new drive unit enables enhanced value for Lucid and its customers. The Atlas Drive Unit is destined for the company’s upcoming midsize platform vehicles.
Lucid’s current electric drive unit already delivers superior power density, higher peak power, and cost per horsepower (hp) compared to industry rivals. The drive unit is miniaturized, allowing greater interior cabin space and is more efficient, enabling longer range using less energy and therefore less batteries than competitors. A proprietary software stack enables the full potential of the advanced drive units and provides powertrain controls including torque vectoring, traction control, and battery management.
Coupled with software connectivity and infrastructure, Lucid vehicles continue to add capabilities and value to customers throughout their product lifecycle. This week’s Lucid UX 2.4 over-the-air (OTA) update brings drivers an enhanced version of the optional Dream Drive Pro Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS), a new voice control system, and an updated navigation map design, among other updates.
Lucid Gravity to be Equipped with NACS
Lucid also announced today that the Lucid Gravity will be equipped with a NACS charging connector in 2025, allowing access to 15,000+ Superchargers. The Lucid Gravity is scheduled for start of production later this year.
The technologies, innovations and learnings of Lucid Air have been incorporated into the upcoming Lucid Gravity, designed to be the world’s most advanced electric SUV. Powered by the company’s ultra-compact powertrain technology, Lucid Gravity is expected to deliver exhilarating performance while also offering an expansive, sophisticated interior with space for up to seven adults and their belongings.
Midsize Platform
Today’s event also offered a glimpse at one of the company’s upcoming midsize vehicles. The new crossover will use the efficiency and cost advantages enabled by Lucid technology to deliver the same range as competitors while using a smaller battery. The midsize platform is scheduled to start production in late 2026 with a starting price under $50,000.
A replay of the full event webcast will be available at https://ir.lucidmotors.com.
About Lucid
Lucid (NASDAQ: LCID) is a Silicon Valley-based technology company focused on creating the most advanced EVs in the world. The flagship vehicle, Lucid Air, delivers best-in-class performance and efficiency starting at $69,900 in the U.S. Lucid is preparing its state-of-the-art, vertically integrated factory in Arizona to begin production of the Lucid Gravity SUV. The company’s goal is to accelerate humanity’s transition to sustainable transportation and energy.