LUCID AIR AND RIVIAN R1T FIRST JOURNALIST DRIVES, MERCEDES EQB, FOREIGN CAR DREAMS | EPISODE 10

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The Out of Spec Podcast hosts discuss the highly anticipated first journalist drives of the Lucid Air and Rivian R1T. The Lucid Air, specifically the Dream Edition R, is praised for its exceptional range (around 500 miles) and impressive horsepower, with reviewers noting its S-Class level of construction and a less screen-heavy interior design reminiscent of the Porsche Taycan. However, critiques were leveled at the rear exterior design, with some finding it awkward and comparing it unfavorably to a Buick Cascada or Lincoln MKC trunk. The Rivian R1T also garners significant excitement, with hosts expressing a preference for the R1S SUV for camping due to its shorter wheelbase and potentially better off-road capability, despite the truck's superior aesthetics. Concerns were raised about the R1T's size, though comparisons suggest it's not excessively larger than some domestic trucks. The Mercedes EQB is seen as a late entry into the EV market, with hosts questioning its appeal and range estimates, though its standard AWD is noted as a positive. The Lotus Emira GT4 race car is admired for its stunning design, drawing comparisons to the Ford GT.