Lucid Motors shows off robotaxi concept called 'Lunar'
The concept was a highlight of Lucid's investor day, in which the company detailed its ambitions to push deeper into autonomy while pumping out new, affordable EVs.
TL;DR
- Lucid Motors revealed its 'Lucid Lunar' robotaxi concept vehicle at an investor day.
- The Lunar is a two-seater with no steering wheel or pedals, intended for autonomous operation.
- Lucid is nearing an agreement with Uber for a robotaxi collaboration.
- The company is also developing an autonomous version of its Gravity SUV for Uber's network.
- Lucid plans to offer monthly subscriptions for its DreamDrive Pro, with prices ranging from $69 to $199 per month.
- An in-cabin AI assistant is also in development, capable of handling simple and complex tasks.
- Lucid aims to reduce manufacturing costs and improve drivetrain efficiency for its upcoming mid-size EVs, the Lucid Cosmos and Lucid Earth, which will start around $50,000.