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American automotive and tech company, Lucid Motors, is accelerating its move into the autonomous vehicle market with its high-tech Gravity crossover, forming a powerful alliance with Nuro, Nvidia, and Uber to challenge leaders such as Tesla and Waymo.
With a starting price of around $96,550, the three-row Gravity may harbour a hefty price tag, but its 450-mile range, ultrafast charging, and redundant safety systems make it an ideal candidate for robotaxi and driverless applications. As part of a six-year deal, Lucid will supply 20,000 vehicles to Uber, while Nuro licenses its autonomous Nuro Driver software and hardware to power the fleet.
Speaking on the potential for creating a commercially viable fleet, Nuro COO Andrew Chapin said
“The economics of a robotaxi program go beyond the vehicle’s purchase price. Operating costs, hardware, and utilisation all matter — and the Gravity has a favourable profile.”
For Uber, Lucid’s production ramp aligns perfectly with its robotaxi rollout in the San Francisco Bay Area. Nvidia adds the AI capability, enabling Lucid’s vehicles to evolve into software-defined, AI-powered machines. “Cars are becoming supercomputers on wheels,” said Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang.
While Lucid remains a newcomer to autonomous technology, it is positioning itself as a serious contender in the race to autonomous deployment. Its Air sedan already features hands-free driver assistance, and a more affordable crossover is planned for 2026, priced around $50,000.
By combining luxury EV design with advanced AI and automation, Lucid Motors is redefining what’s possible in the future of intelligent mobility, taking a bold and collaborative step toward an era of seamless, driverless transport.
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