Lucid CEO Casts Doubt on Tesla’s Robotaxi Timeline, Predicts Autonomous Vehicles Won’t Be Widely Available Until 2030s

Lucid Group CEO Peter Rawlinson, a former Tesla employee, has thrown cold water on Tesla’s ambitious robotaxi plans, predicting that fully autonomous vehicles won’t become mainstream until the 2030s. Rawlinson’s comments come after Tesla’s Robotaxi Day and highlight the challenges associated with achieving true self-driving capabilities. This latest exchange further intensifies the rivalry between Tesla and Lucid, with Rawlinson repeatedly emphasizing Lucid’s technological advancements.

Rivian and Lucid: EV Startups Racing Towards Profitability

Rivian and Lucid, two prominent EV startups, are aggressively investing in research and development to launch new models, despite both companies still struggling to achieve profitability. While Rivian aims for modest profitability by 2025, Lucid remains tight-lipped on a timeline. This article analyzes the companies’ recent performance, financial health, and future prospects.

Electric Vehicle Stock Roundup: Tesla Loses Ground, Lucid Gains Momentum

The electric vehicle (EV) market saw mixed results in the week ending August 23, with some stocks rising on hopes of a Federal Reserve rate cut, while others faced company-specific challenges. Tesla lost its BEV crown in Europe to BMW, saw a key executive depart, and faced criticism from Lucid’s CEO. Meanwhile, Ford scaled back its EV plans and Workhorse reported disappointing financial results.

EV Stocks Face Headwinds Despite Market Optimism

While the broader stock market rebounded last week, electric vehicle (EV) stocks struggled to keep pace. Tesla, despite gaining for the week, saw its market share decline in North America. Meanwhile, other EV makers like Lucid, Rivian, and Canoo faced production challenges, recalls, and cost-cutting measures. This report explores the performance of key EV companies and the factors driving their performance.

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