"Lucid's Air Pure RWD: The Affordable Luxury Electric Vehicle at $77,400"

Lucid has announced the availability of its lower-priced Lucid Air Pure RWD, starting at $77,400, with a range of 410 miles on a single charge. The Pure RWD model features a single rear-wheel motor, saving customers $5,000 compared to the dual-motor AWD version. It offers 430 horsepower, accelerates from 0-60 mph in 4.5 seconds, and supports 250kW DC fast charging speeds. However, Lucid's decision to not adopt Tesla's EV charging connector may pose challenges for owners. Despite the lower price, the Lucid Air Pure RWD faces tough competition from Tesla's Model S, which offers AWD, similar range, and a lower starting price.