Lucid Air Auditions for the California Highway Patrol

California Highway Patrol tests Lucid Air sedan for potential patrol use
Lucid Motor's Air sedan may join the California Highway Patrol's fleet, showcasing the future of high-performance EVs in law enforcement.
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California Highway Patrol to Add Lucid Air to Its Fleet
While the specific model in use has not been shared, the Lucid Air does offer a highly capable range in hp, starting at 420 and exceeding 1,230 hp in its top-of-range Sapphire model. With its performance capabilities and range of 406 to 480 miles, the Lucid Air could make for a highly versatile addition to the CHP fleet.
The Lucid Air Auditions for the California Highway Patrol
It's also unclear which Lucid Air is taking part in the CHP testing. The sedan's electric powertrains range from the 430-hp rear-wheel-drive version all the way up to the Sapphire's 1234-hp all-wheel-drive setup. As things stand now, the Air has more ...
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