Lucid Air EV Wins 2023 World Luxury Car of the Year
Lucid Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: LCID), a trailblazer in the electric vehicle industry, is thrilled to announce a significant accolade. The company’s flagship product, the Lucid Air, has been bestowed with the esteemed title of “2023 World Luxury Car of the Year” at the renowned 2023 World Car Awards. This recognition underscores Lucid’s commitment to redefining luxury transportation by combining advanced electric vehicle technology with a superior driving experience. The Lucid Air, renowned for its longest-range and fastest-charging capabilities, continues to set unmatched standards in the market.
World Car jurors revealed Lucid’s triumph during an awards ceremony held at the 2023 New York International Auto Show. The World Car Awards, a prestigious event in the automotive industry, relies on the discernment of 100 esteemed international automotive journalists hailing from 32 countries. These jurors cast their votes via a secret ballot, critically evaluating each eligible vehicle’s merits before making their choice. Lucid’s win is a testament to the high-quality, innovative features and superior driving experience provided by the Lucid Air.
“We are honored to receive this World Car award, which further reinforces my belief that the Lucid Air is the best car available in the world today,” said Peter Rawlinson, CEO and CTO, Lucid Group. “Lucid’s renowned in-house powertrain technology endows the Lucid Air with a game-changing electric range of over 500 miles, demonstrating what’s possible from a technology company that fuses cutting edge software and hardware. I am extremely proud of the entire Lucid team for this accolade, and l look forward to the future advancements we have planned.”
“This honor by the World Car jurors is validation of our goal to create a wholly new luxury sedan experience,” said Derek Jenkins, Senior Vice President of Design and Brand, Lucid Group. “The Lucid Air provides outstanding EV range and performance, complemented with a striking exterior design and an award-winning interior, inspired by Lucid’s California origins.”
In the World Luxury Car category, the Lucid Air emerged victorious from a competitive initial entry list of sixteen (16) vehicles globally, which was further narrowed down to a short list of three finalists announced on March 7. Lucid Air’s achievements do not stop at the World Luxury Car of the Year Award. During the same week in New York, the car also proudly accepted the 2023 Newsweek Disruptor Award for Powertrain, a testament to its game-changing electric vehicle (EV) technology. Additionally, the Lucid Air earned a place on the US News & World Report “2023 Best Hybrid and Electric Cars” list, securing the title of “Best Luxury Electric Car”. These recognitions affirm the innovative approach and technological excellency embodied in Lucid Air’s design and performance.
The Lucid Air has undeniably set a new industry benchmark for range, with two versions of the vehicle being the pioneering electric vehicles (EVs) to accomplish an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) estimated range exceeding 500 miles (approximately 800km). This significant feat has been achieved largely due to Lucid’s comprehensive focus on range and power, resulting in the production of vehicles that boast supercar-level performance. In addition to the vehicle’s remarkable speed and power, it also features super-fast charging capabilities — a crucial factor for EV owners. The luxury and spaciousness of its interior are unmatched, providing ultimate comfort to its occupants. Moreover, the Lucid Air’s aerodynamics are class-leading, further contributing to its exceptional efficiency and performance. All these factors combined solidify Lucid Air’s position at the forefront of the EV market.
About Lucid Group
Lucid’s mission is to inspire the adoption of sustainable energy by creating advanced technologies and the most captivating luxury electric vehicles centered around the human experience. The company’s first car, the Lucid Air, is a state-of-the-art luxury sedan with a California-inspired design that features luxurious full-size interior space in a mid-size exterior footprint. The Lucid Air Grand Touring features an official EPA estimated 516 miles of range or 1,050 horsepower. Produced at Lucid’s factory in Casa Grande, Arizona, deliveries of the Lucid Air are currently underway to customers in the U.S., Canada, Europe, and the Middle East.