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Miami Herald
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- Automotive
- Miami Herald
Lucid Prepares Next Wave Of EVs As Trademarks Signal Product Expansion
Several new trademarks have revealed the possible names for Lucid's next models, as the company looks to expand its lineup beyond the full-size Air sedan and Gravity three-row SUV. Considering Lucid already occupies these segments, these future models should hopefully be more affordable, giving the brand higher-volume alternatives to the Tesla Model 3 and Tesla Model Y. The brand has, after all, already teased a midsize SUV and confirmed a Model Y competitor. Here's a look at all the latest Lucid trademarks. The Lucid Earth trademark already popped up a few weeks ago, and it has since been confirmed that this will be a new smaller EV. It's set to go into production in 2026, when it should compete head-on with the Tesla Model Y. The newest trademark is for an Earth Dream Edition, filed with the European Union Intellectual Property Office, adding further confirmation that this is a new Lucid production model. The brand's Dream Edition EVs are typically sold for a limited time after a new car is launched. They offer the best outputs and features, and also carry the highest prices. A price of under $50,000 and a class-leading range are expected for this model, but the Dream Edition could cost more than this. Another trademark, this time filed with the Government of Canada, is for the Lucid Ocean. If that name sounds familiar, you may be thinking of the Fisker Ocean SUV. However, Fisker's recent bankruptcy presumably means that the "Ocean" name is back up for grabs, and since it fits in thematically with other Lucid model names, it's a logical choice. It's not known what vehicle the Ocean name could apply to, but a smaller sedan to slot in below the Air sounds like a logical move. It would give the brand a true BMW i5 and Mercedes-Benz EQE rival, leaving the Air to do battle with the i7 and EQS. The last time "Lucid Space" was mentioned, it was by former Lucid CEO, Peter Rawlinson. However, he was specifically referring to the Lucid Space Concept, which doesn't refer to a particular model, but references one of the brand's philosophies. Rawlinson was explaining how Lucid cars free up an amount of interior space beyond the physical footprint of a given vehicle. Once again, though, "Space" fits in well with other Lucid names like Gravity and Air, referencing the elements and/or the natural environment. Last year, Lucid ruled out a station wagon, but was open to the idea of a more rugged vehicle. Given the brand's luxury focus, a classy coupe doesn't seem out of the question, but electric coupes are exceedingly rare. The word "Space" sounds applicable to something larger, but the Air and Gravity are already full-size models, so it's anyone's guess what this model could be. While Lucid has not yet come close to toppling Tesla, it's doing what a lot of other EV startups couldn't: surviving. And, with only two high-end models on sale presently, the potential for growth is enormous if the brand launches two or more models that are more accessible. The Earth is the only one that looks like a guarantee, but we can't wait to see the possibilities of the Ocean and Space nameplates. Copyright 2025 The Arena Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Hindustan Times
20-05-2025
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
A Tesla Model Y relies on petrol to hit Tibetan roads. Know more
No matter how high-end electric car one has in his or her garage, the person always suffers from range anxiety. Yes, range anxiety is still real for EV owners even when the electric vehicle charging infrastructure is improving significantly around the world. That's because the availability of the EV charging network is not adequate in many areas, especially in rural areas. A video has emerged showing a Tesla Model Y in China that has been modified to be powered by a makeshift hybrid powertrain. Car News China has reported that a user tried to visit the Mount Everest viewing platform in Lazi County in China before road-tripping through uninhabited areas of Tibet in his Tesla Model Y. The owner decided to turn his fully-electric Tesla crossover into a kind of range-extender hybrid. Also check these Cars Find more Cars UPCOMING Tesla Model Y 545 km 545 km ₹ 70 Lakhs Alert Me When Launched Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 1998 cc 1998 cc Multiple Multiple ₹ 67.90 Lakhs Compare View Offers Lexus NX 2494 cc 2494 cc Multiple Multiple ₹ 68.02 Lakhs Compare View Offers UPCOMING VinFast VF7 75.3 kWh 75.3 kWh 450 km 450 km ₹ 60 - 65 Lakhs Alert Me When Launched BMW iX1 66.4 kWh 66.4 kWh 417 km 417 km ₹ 66.90 Lakhs Compare View Offers Volvo C40 Recharge 78 kWh 78 kWh 530 km 530 km ₹ 62.95 Lakhs Compare View Offers Also Read : Upcoming cars in India The Tesla Model Y was seen using a petrol-powered generator to top up the battery pack. In case of emergencies, this could provide the necessary juice for some extra distance. While this technique combines using both battery power as well as energy sourced from petrol burning, technically, it is not a real hybrid car, as the generator can't charge the Model Y on the move. The report claims that while the generator was hardly capable of cranking our DC fast charging levels of power, the owner was able to produce 3 kW even at the 17,400 feet, where the Mount Everest viewing platform is located. This translates to a charge for about 19 kilometres of range per hour. Interestingly, this is not the first time a Tesla owner has been spotted taking the help of fossil fuel to charge his or her electric vehicle. Earlier as well, we have seen a Tesla Model S owner adding a turbocharged diesel engine to the trunk of his car to power the battery pack onboard the vehicle. While Tesla doesn't seem interested in offering range extenders for its electric cars, owners of Tesla electric vehicles have been coming up with unique problem-solving solutions. Check out Upcoming EV Cars in India. First Published Date:
Hindustan Times
20-05-2025
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
This Tesla Model Y relies on hybrid energy to hit Tibetan roads. Know more
A Tesla Model Y owner in China used a petrol generator to top up the battery pack of his electric SUV. A Tesla Model Y owner in China used a petrol generator to top up the battery pack of his electric SUV. (Image: CarNewsChina) Notify me No matter how high-end electric car one has in his or her garage, the person always suffers from range anxiety. Yes, range anxiety is still real for EV owners even when the electric vehicle charging infrastructure is improving significantly around the world. That's because the availability of the EV charging network is not adequate in many areas, especially in rural areas. A video has emerged showing a Tesla Model Y in China that has been modified to be powered by a makeshift hybrid powertrain. Car News China has reported that a user tried to visit the Mount Everest viewing platform in Lazi County in China before road-tripping through uninhabited areas of Tibet in his Tesla Model Y. The owner decided to turn his fully-electric Tesla crossover into a kind of range-extender hybrid. Also Read : Upcoming cars in India The Tesla Model Y was seen using a petrol-powered generator to top up the battery pack. In case of emergencies, this could provide the necessary juice for some extra distance. While this technique combines using both battery power as well as energy sourced from petrol burning, technically, it is not a real hybrid car, as the generator can't charge the Model Y on the move. The report claims that while the generator was hardly capable of cranking our DC fast charging levels of power, the owner was able to produce 3 kW even at the 17,400 feet, where the Mount Everest viewing platform is located. This translates to a charge for about 19 kilometres of range per hour. Interestingly, this is not the first time a Tesla owner has been spotted taking the help of fossil fuel to charge his or her electric vehicle. Earlier as well, we have seen a Tesla Model S owner adding a turbocharged diesel engine to the trunk of his car to power the battery pack onboard the vehicle. While Tesla doesn't seem interested in offering range extenders for its electric cars, owners of Tesla electric vehicles have been coming up with unique problem-solving solutions. Check out Upcoming EV Cars in India. First Published Date: 20 May 2025, 13:31 PM IST
Yahoo
16-05-2025
- Yahoo
Loved ones remember man killed in west Las Vegas valley hit-and-run crash
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — Loved ones are searching for answers after a man was killed in a hit-and-run crash in the west Las Vegas valley Wednesday. Those who knew and loved Patrick DeLoriea remember him as the light in every room. 'I think everyone who knew Patrick loved him,' Robert Drysdale said. 'He was just always, always in a good mood,' Drysdale continued.. 'Always happy.' The 33-year-old man was killed at the intersection of Rainbow Boulevard and Vegas Drive early Wednesday morning. DeLoriea was crossing the street on his skateboard when a car hit him and kept going, according to Las Vegas Metropolitan Police. LVMPD officers are still searching for the driver. DeLoriea's friends at Zenith Jiu-Jitsu on Rainbow Boulevard near Charleston Boulevard, where he spent years training, told 8 News Now they are doing what they can to honor his life. 'He used to compete with us,' Drysdale, the owner of Zenith Jiu-Jitsu, said. 'Everyone knew him by name, everyone was his friend.' Drysdale and his team started a GoFundMe for Deloriea's family, and he told 8 News Now they are planning several future fundraisers to help with funeral expenses. 'He's going to be missed, you know?' Drysdale said. 'I think everyone is pretty upset over this loss, and it's just not something we were expecting.' The Zenith team hopes that by sharing Deloriea's story, they can encourage anyone who knows anything about the crash to come forward and help bring him justice. 'He's not the kind of person that is easily forgotten,' Drysdale concluded. The car police are searching for is described as a dark colored 2020-2024 Tesla Model Y. It would have damage to the front left side. Anyone with information is urged to call the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department's Collision Investigation Section at (702) 828-3060 or, to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at (702) 385-5555, or on the Crime Stopper's website. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
15-05-2025
- Yahoo
Boy charged for involvement in fatal crash with stolen car in Jessup, police say
JESSUP, Md. (DC News Now) — Police said on Thursday that a teenager is being charged for a that happened in Jessup. The Howard County Police Department (HCPD) said a 16-year-old boy has been charged with auto manslaughter and unlawful taking of a motor vehicle after an incident that happened on May 9. Man dies after crashing car into building, Howard County police say HCPD said that at around 3 p.m., a 2017 Hyundai Sonata, which was marked as stolen, was driving eastbound on Guilford Road when it crossed the double yellow line to pass a 2021 Tesla Model Y. The Tesla was trying to make a left turn onto Twelve Sons Court. As a result, the Hyundai sideswiped the Tesla and then sideswiped a 2010 Honda Fit, before crashing head-on with a 2021 Honda Civic. HCPD said four juvenile boys ran from the scene. The 16-year-old boy was taken to the hospital in a serious condition. The boy was released from the hospital and then taken to the Department of Juvenile Services. Texas man killed in major tractor-trailer collision on I-70 in Howard County The driver of the Honda Civic was also taken to the hospital, where she died. She was identified as 69-year-old Bonnie Fuller Griffith. HCPD said it is still trying to figure out the identities of the other boys. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
