EV manufacturer Lucid Motors accepts bookings from the Middle East

Lucid Motors, an Electric Vehicle manufacturer that is hellbent on redefining the segment, announced that it is now accepting reservations for its Lucid Air sports sedan in select countries across the Middle East. Open in Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, the reservation fee stands at AED/SAR 3,800 (approx. USD $1,000) with deliveries expected to begin in late 2021.

“The Middle East is in a unique position to help ensure the growth of the EV market worldwide and we are very excited to offer the Lucid Air in a region that is expected to become a key market,” said Peter Rawlinson, CEO and CTO, Lucid Motors. “As the region actively diversifies from traditional industries and explores new renewable energy sources, including solar and wind, Lucid will be able to offer a pure-electric vehicle that meets the unique needs of consumers, including real inter-city range alongside unsurpassed power and luxury.”

Discovering if the GCC is ready for Electric Vehicles

Having developed a world-leading integrated electric powertrain, the Lucid Air flaunts a battery pack, motors, power electronics, and software – all operating at an ultra-high 900V+ architecture for ultimate efficiency – creating a new benchmark powertrain that is the most powerful for its size and weight in the world. With a strong focus on performance and efficiency, the Lucid Air delivers over 645 kilometers per charge (1,000 miles), alongside 1,000 horsepower.

Lucid Motors is currently focused on developing what is intended to be the world's most advanced electric car, including battery packs with unmatched energy density and electric motors that are incredibly powerful yet efficient.