Search results

I think our charging network varies significantly by geography which creates its own set of challenges. In California where EV adoption is much higher destination chargers are more plentiful at hotels, shopping centers, banks, etc. I have a route that I regularly run where I can use reasonably...

That would be a lot of strife considering that the current management team has been in place for about a week. I'm not saying that a financial restructuring won't happen. But I wouldn't assume one was imminent considering recent announcements and recent commitments from the PIF and Uber...

And yet some of the largest companies in the world are consultancies. They wouldn’t exist if they weren’t bringing some value to the organizations that hire them. But I get the fact that nobody likes an outsider coming in and telling them how to do their job. Whether or not retaining Alix...

A charge every 5-6 weeks would equate to driving around 50 miles a week. That suggests very few highway miles. Given your parameters I’m not sure that DD Pro would be of much benefit as you don’t seem to be on the highway much. I do highly recommend it for longer road trips as it’s quite good...

The charging limitation is definitely an EA thing in SOCAL. Wasn’t sure if it was brand or state specific. it’s done to minimize congestion at stations. And along the I-10 corridor that’s a real issue. It’s not uncommon to wait 45-60 minutes for a station. And performance drops like a rock...

I was surprised to see that you didn’t plan any destination/level 2 charging stops into the trip. The challenge with DC fast charging is the limitation on charging levels (80-85%) and/or the time involved in charging to 100%. I regularly drive between Phoenix and LA and the EA network won’t...

Same. They covered my AGT with no issues. It’s by no means cheap and I suspect it may be state and case specific. I’ve been with the company 5+ years, have a clean claim history, and multiple policies with the company. I’m very cognizant of the fact that a claim with the Lucid could bring...

Unfortunately any repair requiring parts, and this one does, will have to go through a Lucid certified shop. With regards to the decision to go through insurance or pay the cost on your own, it’s a tough call. A claims adjuster won’t be able to tell you the impact this might have on your...

By continuing to post responses and reactions you're actually helping drive his engagement. Which when it comes to on-line content is all that matters. It's kind of like Las Vegas, the creators don't care if you like or dislike what they put out as long as you play.

Selling cars to brand enthusiasts is not the same as selling a mass market vehicle. My Air has been relatively problem free. However, the handful of times I’ve had it in the service center have been to fix production issues (trim issues, wind noise, squeaks and rattles, etc.). I had a couple...

Lucid’s short term focus should be on producing problem free Air’s and Gravity’s. Because right now any mention of a new vehicle will bring questions on its software reliability, production quality, and service center availability. Lucid needs to improve its capabilities in all three areas...

It's a common issue in hot climates. I'm in Phoenix and will see this same fault at this time of the year. The camera in question is behind the windshield. When the temperature climbs above 100 and the car is sitting in direct sunlight the front camera will shut down as part of its thermal...

It sounds like you’re in the very early stages of researching whether an EV is right for you. I would encourage you to continue that effort. With regards to your comment that EV’s are like iPhones, I would say no. Yes they do incorporate software for things like driver assistance, cameras...

This is a very important distinction. The decision to opt out of arbitration is not the same as forgoing arbitration. Opting out merely preserves your options if you find yourself in a dispute. Their can be distinct benefits in pursuing arbitration even if you previously decided to opt out...

There are two organizations that handle arbitration and lemon cases for the auto industry; BBB Autoline and the National Center for Dispute Settlement (NCDS). The manufacturers will partner with one of these organizations for arbitration matters. They essentially operate in a very similar...

It will ultimately happen here. The auto makers have all but acknowledged that. You won’t survive solely focusing on the US market utilizing outdated technology. We’ll just find ourselves trying to catch up with the rest of the world.

Things could look very different in 4-5 years. Imagine a world where changing a car battery is almost as simple as changing a battery on a cordless tool.

I also doubt that the service department at Lucid would do a pre-purchase inspection (PPI). Not only do they not have the bandwidth but it also undercuts the value of their pre-owned program. If you want a used car that’s been fully vetted by Lucid, buy a CPO. Lemon Squad claims to do...

A third-party pre purchase inspection can also help minimize the risk and typically costs less than $300.

Over the past 20 years I’ve purchased about 12 used vehicles. Some, not all, have been CPO’s. But before I make a purchase I always review the balance of the warranty to determine its transferability and any unique characteristics. The software warranty language, in my experience, makes the...