Lucid Group (LCID) Stock: Can New SUV Turn Around Struggling EV Maker?
Lucid Group delivered 3,109 vehicles in Q1 2025, a 58% year-over-year increase, marking its sixth consecutive quarter of record deliveries. The company's new Gravity SUV, targeting a market six times larger than its Air sedan, is expected to drive 73% sales growth in 2025. However, leadership uncertainty looms as CEO Peter Rawlinson steps down after 12 years, following a $400 million Q4 loss.
Former Tesla customers are increasingly switching to Lucid amid political backlash against Elon Musk. Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, owning 60% of Lucid, provides critical funding but introduces dependency risks. The Gravity SUV's launch positions Lucid to capitalize on shifting consumer preferences in the EV market.