LUCID AIR FULL IN-DEPTH DRIVING REVIEW - CITY, HIGHWAY, & CANYON PERFORMANCE EVALUATED

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The Lucid Air Grand Touring, tested with 21-inch wheels, is evaluated for its city, highway, and canyon performance. The reviewer highlights its exceptional steering, offering a playful and responsive feel, and praises the comfortable highway ride, comparing it favorably to the Model S. The one-pedal driving experience is also lauded as world-class. However, significant criticisms are leveled at the excessive front motor NVH at low speeds, the delayed throttle response in 'Smooth' mode (requiring confirmation for 'Sprint' mode), and the lack of software updates for advanced driver-assistance systems, which is a major disappointment for a car positioned for long-distance cruising. The sound system's weak bass and the charging speed's rapid fall-off after the initial peak are also noted as drawbacks. Despite these issues, the reviewer finds the chassis and suspension tuning to be a strong point, particularly for highway comfort and potential canyon carving.