Saw a Rivian today at the Home Depot

[AZjeff]

And it was dirty, all dusty with mud on the rocker panels and in the wheel wells. The owner was just going in, I caught up when he was getting a cart so I asked him what he thought of his truck. He loves it, got it in May and has 8,000 miles on it now. Pre-ordered 2 years ago. He was in a hurry so that was all I got. Good to see one being used as a truck. The answer you'd expect from first adopters but it seems EV owners who buy with their eyes open really seem to like them.

 

[BHopkins]

I haven't seen an R1T in person yet. I also would like to talk to an owner and get a feeling of their experience with one.

I didn't realize it until reading a discussion here on BITOG, but I guess the R1T is smaller than a full sized pickup? What was your impression? Is the pickup a usable size?

 

[JeffKeryk]

The answer you'd expect from first adopters but it seems EV owners who buy with their eyes open really seem to like them.

EVs are not for everyone, but if your use case is a fit and the price is in the budget, they can be great. I've seen a number of Rivians running around here, but the bed was always empty.

I haven't seen an R1T in person yet. I also would like to talk to an owner and get a feeling of their experience with one.

I didn't realize it until reading a discussion here on BITOG, but I guess the R1T is smaller than a full sized pickup? What was your impression? Is the pickup a usable size?

They are smaller than a full sized PU, all around, not just the bed. Perhaps this pic will help. Maybe you can judge by the license plate?

 

[doublebase]

I saw four or five of them on the roads this summer. Really like the way the rear looks, not so much the front. Read that they do pretty well in towing tests...forget where I read it, but it was a test to see how the battery would do. Held up ok considering the payload, etc.

 

[MalibuRam65]

There batteries use Pennzoil 0w16 I’m hearing

 

[AZjeff]

I didn't realize it until reading a discussion here on BITOG, but I guess the R1T is smaller than a full sized pickup? What was your impression? Is the pickup a usable size?

Def smaller than full size. 135" wheelbase, 54" bed. It looks truckier than a Ridgeline but the Ridgeline has a 64" bed.

 

[meep]

My 06 tundra was kind of a 3/4 size truck. It was about perfect - large enough to do work but a little easier to fling around town. In my mind, that’s where the Rivian sits.

 

[JeffKeryk]

My 06 tundra was kind of a 3/4 size truck. It was about perfect - large enough to do work but a little easier to fling around town. In my mind, that’s where the Rivian sits.

I have a 2001 Tundra. The Rivian is smaller, like a Tacoma.

 

[Braapdaddy]

They will have to pry my SuperDuties from my cold dead fingers ....... they look like a cartoon just my opinion but if you like them the rock on

 

[LWood]

A friend of mine received his R1T about 2 weeks ago, I agree with the comment on the front end look, but it isn't that bad.
He took me for a short ride yesterday to the store, stopped on a stretch of road where nobody was around, looked at me and asked if I was ready. Well the truck took off and the best I can explain it would be a rocket in a tunnel feeling, very very fast.
That being said I feel it would need a larger bed to be a real usable truck but for a commuter vehicle that's used for loading up smaller items it will work fine, I actually like it, it's got power and is a comfortable ride. For work though it needs a larger bed and the look of the front end could use some improvements.
Larry

 

[JeffKeryk]

A friend of mine received his R1T about 2 weeks ago, I agree with the comment on the front end look, but it isn't that bad.
He took me for a short ride yesterday to the store, stopped on a stretch of road where nobody was around, looked at me and asked if I was ready. Well the truck took off and the best I can explain it would be a rocket in a tunnel feeling, very very fast.
That being said I feel it would need a larger bed to be a real usable truck but for a commuter vehicle that's used for loading up smaller items it will work fine, I actually like it, it's got power and is a comfortable ride. For work though it needs a larger bed and the look of the front end could use some improvements.
Larry

Do you know what your friend paid for his Rivian? They ain't cheap! Just curious...

 

[wpod]

I can see the place to have an EV. I could use one for half of my driving needs.

 

[E365]

For a new manufacturer’s first attempt/vehicle, the Rivian is impressively well-made. I was quite surprised when I saw it up close.

Hopefully they make a cheaper, 2-motor and less fancy version eventually.

 

[Cujet]

A friend of mine received his R1T about 2 weeks ago, I agree with the comment on the front end look, but it isn't that bad.

Hahahaha, yes it is.

dyson fans for headlights!

For nearly $100k, which by the way is absolutely insane, one Should get some classy styling.

 

[LWood]

What he told me Is after the rebate? He is into it for a bit over 68k. He said the price has gone up but he was locked in at the price. Just what I was told.
Larry

 

[Cujet]

Yes the initial price was lower. Not great for a ranger/Tacoma sized truck, but lower.

 

[michaelluscher]

Finally caught one here on the Island
Seems they're finally spreading throughout the city
I still see transport trucks full of them by the delivery/service center in Bushwick
It's a little expensive , but the odd looks are beginning to grow on me
The service lounge (by appointment only) does look quite plush
Rivian Service Center

Rivian Service Center · 512 Johnson Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11237

★★★★★ · Car manufacturer

maps.app.goo.gl

 

[E365]

Doug Demuro says the R1S is “the best all-around car I’ve ever tested”.

 

[Cujet]

Doug Demuro says the R1S is “the best all-around car I’ve ever tested”.

Perfect for a family road trip across America. The kids will love it. He lists the things it can't do, but omits that.

 

[Pablo]

Oddly I've not seen a Rivian.

Rivian Recalls Nearly All of Its Vehicles Due to Loose Fasteners

Auto maker says an improperly installed fastener could cause excess wheel tilt and a potential loss of steering control.

www.wsj.com