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Lucid Air Sapphire sprints past Tesla Model S Plaid

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The world has been waiting for this electric car showdown for a while now. Lucid Motors, in a demonstration of automotive prowess, finally showcased the capabilities of its Lucid Air Sapphire. Set against the backdrop of the picturesque Sonoma Raceway in California, the EV faced its much-discussed rival: the Tesla Model S Plaid. Driven by Ben Collins, known to many as the enigmatic “Stig” from the popular British show, “Top Gear”, the Lucid Air Sapphire achieved a speed of 249 km/h and completed the quarter-mile run in a mere 8.989 seconds. A new shade of speed. Witness @BenCollinsStig… More…

DOJ’s investigation over Tesla’s optimistic range estimates advances

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The US Department of Justice (DOJ) is finally taking action and launches an investigation regarding Tesla’s exaggerated range estimates on its EVs, following a report from late August. The probing was confirmed by a Tesla document filed at the FCC, stating that DOJ is requesting information from the company regarding “personal benefits, related parties, vehicle range and personnel decisions”. This isn’t the first time Tesla has been accused of presenting overly optimistic range estimates and the automaker even set up a “Diversion Team” to deal with all the complaints. That’s because… More…