No More Charging Stops? We Take a Road Trip in an Ultralong-Range EV
2023/9/1
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Christopher Mims embarks on a road trip in a Lucid Air Grand Touring, aiming to disprove range anxiety. Initial observations show a discrepancy between the advertised range and real-world performance, setting the stage for the journey.
- Lucid Air Grand Touring's EPA-estimated range is 516 miles.
- Real-world range is affected by various factors like air conditioning, driving speed, and road conditions.
- The trip starts in New York and goes to Boston, then Montreal and back.