[1971-Chevelle]

Looks like they beat the major auto makers to the punch. We'll see how they stack up in the end.

Rivian builds the first customer R1T electric pickup

It's finally happening. Rivian is actually building cars for customers.

www.cnet.com

 

[elco68]

It has no front or rear bumper on it. I would want a longer bed on it also.

 

[justdandee]

I would want one just to do tank turns in. Nice to see some new stuff coming off a US mfg line- supply chain whoas got to make this really tough to do right now

 

[68Chevele]

Looks like Ford GM clone.

 

[1971-Chevelle]

Looks like Ford GM clone.

Where are you getting that from?? The Rivian doesn't look like anything that GM or Ford produce. In fact, the Rivian has been in concept/design longer than any of the domestic electric trucks have.

 

[68Chevele]

Where are you getting that from?? The Rivian doesn't look like anything that GM or Ford produce. In fact, the Rivian has been in concept/design longer than any of the domestic electric trucks have.

To each their own.

 

[1971-Chevelle]

To each their own.

I seriously want to know. Show me anything from GM or Ford that looks like the Rivian.

 

[Chris27]

I wonder how long before a manufacturer will come out with a useful electric truck? That bed on the Rivian looks to be about 4' long. How am I supposed to haul dirt bikes, tow a trailer and pick up lumber in something like that? I wonder what the range is towing 10,000 lbs and loaded up with people and gear? I think it will be a long time before an EV can replace my diesel 3/4 ton. The Rivian looks good for soccer moms and city folk that don't really need a truck.

 

[JJ'65]

Have unload before you can change a flat? Is that included with AAA service call?

 

[72soft-top]

Even though they are first to market, they missed on price point. The Ford F-150 lightning will sell much better than the Rivian. It’s kind of marketed to Yuppies.

 

[1971-Chevelle]

I wonder how long before a manufacturer will come out with a useful electric truck? That bed on the Rivian looks to be about 4' long. How am I supposed to haul dirt bikes, tow a trailer and pick up lumber in something like that? I wonder what the range is towing 10,000 lbs and loaded up with people and gear? I think it will be a long time before an EV can replace my diesel 3/4 ton. The Rivian looks good for soccer moms and city folk that don't really need a truck.

I was going to talk about the Atlis Motor Vehicles XT in a positive way, but they changed the design for some reaon and now it looks like crap (think Tesla Cybertruck, designed by a 4 year old). The previous design of the truck looked good, but this new version sucks. However, the specs on this truck make a true work vehicle. 35,000 pound GCWR, 5,000 pound payload capacity, 6.5' - 8' bed, 12" of ground clearance, 600+ HP, single or dual rear wheel models, and 15 minute charge time.

XT Pickup Truck | Atlis Motor Vehicles

The Atlis XT, is a 100% battery-electric full-size pickup truck. The XT is as tough as you expect, and is built to keep pace with your lifestyle.

www.atlismotorvehicles.com

 

[chaze]

I'd bet that if we called Rivian and expressed our concerns - the only response we would get is:


OK boomer.

 

[Chris27]

I was going to talk about the Atlis Motor Vehicles XT in a positive way, but they changed the design for some reaon and now it looks like crap (think Tesla Cybertruck, designed by a 4 year old). The previous design of the truck looked good, but this new version sucks. However, the specs on this truck make a true work vehicle. 35,000 pound GCWR, 5,000 pound payload capacity, 6.5' - 8' bed, 12" of ground clearance, 600+ HP, single or dual rear wheel models, and 15 minute charge time.

XT Pickup Truck | Atlis Motor Vehicles

The Atlis XT, is a 100% battery-electric full-size pickup truck. The XT is as tough as you expect, and is built to keep pace with your lifestyle.

www.atlismotorvehicles.com

Impressive specs, but it sure is ugly! Seems you can't buy an Atlis either. Some kind of $700/month subscription. I guess like a car share program? I think a lot of companies are going to go this route. I know I wouldn't want to pay for replacement batteries when they fail. I generally buy 6-10 year old vehicles for daily drivers, probably not a smart move with EV's. Batteries will expire whether they're used or not. Age will be the determining factor in resale value, not so much mileage like it is for ICE vehicles. The days of buying older, low mileage used vehicles will be over.

 

[Stokerboats]

I personally like the Rivian and would like it that much more if it were 100% American made.

 

[PHX396]

A guy I know placed a deposit a couple years ago…. Not sure he is still going forward with it though. It is definitely a niche market and I think would take a long time 50-100 years to gain real steam unless the government starts mandating electric cars which they have….

 

[Dean]

It has no front or rear bumper on it. I would want a longer bed on it also.

I see a front bumper