I think Jag may have a bit better chance of success than the Lucid because of brand familiarity?  But even so, as you point out, EV sales for this type of vehicle aren't lighting the charts on fire....   I think Model S (and X to a lesser extent) tanked because they barely visually updated it....I think if they had had given it a full redesign, it'd have maintained better sales, but who knows....

Yea, in Q2 2026 R1S market share decreased from the same period in 2025. Is R2 Rivian's Model T moment? 😄   Regarding Tesla, the slight dip in overall deliveries in Q3 2026 comes after a significant increase between Q2 2025 and Q2 2026, led by Model Y.       

I’ve been working with camera systems a lot lately because of some changes with the 27 Bronco needing verification. Those MIAVs are pretty neat, my journeyman and I installed a couple of them a few weeks ago. They’re literally iPhones with special software that communicates directly with the in-plant QLS system to report its images as either good or bad. There’s a little nuance to it but I thought  they’re easier to use than some of the other cameras we have. 

That's Fords jam!! Like the camber settings on a Twin-I-Beam front suspension, the only constant is change. 

Based on what I heard from fordvideoguy on YouTube, the 15th is for the Mustang and the 22nd for the MME. subject to change as always. 

JMC has a new E-Teshun:     https://www.miit.gov.cn/datainfo/dljdclscqyjcpgg/xcpgs409dwdwe233/art/2026/art_f8ea61832d3445f7a0d02776dbb2edb7.html  

I've already got the personalized plate picked out: IMTOAD  🤣

Give us any update to find out about, much appreciated 

Last of the 2027 models we've gotten zero info on are Mustang, Mustang Mach-E, and Ranger. All had originally showed order banks opening as of yesterday, which 100% did not happen. Hoping we get some info in the next day or so.

My opinion over the car's failure or success isn't based on the styling. I think as divisive as it is, (I've made my opinion, that I don't like it clear), I think it is something that may become more normalized as it ages and people get used to it. I don't think it will ever be regarded as a beautiful design, but it will be more accepted.   I think it will fail because it doesn't offer anything that other competitors in its segment offer. Jaguar has 1,000 hp, but they say they limited its acceleration so it doesn't jolt the driver off the line. Lucid does no such thing. If you don't want to be jolted, don't mash the pedal. Jaguar tried to walk the line of too much screen, and too many buttons, and it gives you an insufficient amount at both to turn off people who favor one or the other. Lucid offers more room, more modern options, and a greater range at a lower price point. The most damning thing is that after all of Lucid's advantages, it is a sales flop.   Maybe Lucid's problem is that it is not an established luxury brand. There is also the Porsche Taycan, which offers an unparalleled sporty experience, more luxury at a similar price point... and is still a sales flop.   Buyers of Euro luxury sedans are not ready for an electric experience. Even the Tesla Model S is gone.   I think electric cars will find the sweet spot in the Tesla model 3 and Y's price point. I also hope the new Fathom will also find a sweet spot in the market. Electric will eventually be the future, but the Jaguar is not it.