LIGHTNING LAP 2024 | THE ULTIMATE PERFORMANCE CAR TEST | CAR AND DRIVER

EV Channels Review

Car and Driver's Lightning Lap 2024 event at Virginia International Raceway showcases a diverse range of performance vehicles, from accessible sports cars to extreme track machines. The Kia EV6 GT, despite its impressive straight-line acceleration and all-wheel-drive grip, proved to be a disappointment on the track. Reviewers noted significant oversteer and instability, particularly in the climbing esses, forcing them to keep stability control engaged. While it managed to keep pace with some performance sedans, its cornering G-force was among the lowest, and its brakes struggled with curbing. The EV6 GT is clearly not designed as a track car, with its performance better suited to daily driving or less demanding conditions. The video highlights that while EVs can offer immense power, track capability requires more than just straight-line speed.