Motor Trend Review: The 2022 Rivian R1T Is the Most Remarkable Pickup We’ve Ever Driven

[nfrank]

What am I looking at here?

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[jessefive]

Also, digital pressure gauge on the air compressor is a nice feature

 

[SoCal Rob]

Sad that this basically confirms no grocery bag hooks in frunk.

I miss the hooks, too, but if If Rivian doesn’t sell something as an easily-installed accessory then I’m sure the aftermarket will come to the rescue.

With a backing plate to reinforce the plastic (or similar) frunk liner you could probably use hardware of your choice from a home improvement store or use something generic like this

www.amazon.com/Grocery-Holder-Hanger-Practical-Accessory/dp/B07W993BB1


Edit: fixed link
Re-edit: keeps converting link to media so posted link as text

 

[jessefive]

What am I looking at here?

The bluetooth speaker:

 

[CommodoreAmiga]

Was this already known? This is news to me personally, and a great feature.

News to me, as well.

We've seen pictures referencing 2WD, but there was speculation that may have been the software supporting the Amazon vans, or for potential expansion to less expensive models, in the future... However, it seems the AWD vehicles will be able to toggle between the configs -- nice.

I wonder what the efficiency difference is between AWD and RWD? And which mode will EPA estimates be made in?

 

[SANZC02]

Was this already known? This is news to me personally, and a great feature.

I'm curious if this is accurate based on no ability to flat tow. I did see the conserve drive mode, I wonder if they may have misunderstood that one. Certainly will be curious to have that confirmed.

 

[Babbuino]

Also shown is the pass through for the gear tunnel that Ducktruck talked about

 

[MReda]

"The ultimate El Camino"

I hope that ends up on a T shirt...

 

[kanundrum]

Flood gates opened
https://www.motortrend.com/reviews/2022-rivian-r1t-electric-pickup-truck-interior-review/

https://www.motortrend.com/features/2022-rivian-r1t-spare-tire-review-explained/

https://www.motortrend.com/features/2022-rivian-r1t-electric-pickup-truck-bluetooth-speaker/

 

[Daedalus]

Cramped rear seat room was the only major red flag for me. The complicated UI/UX doesnt bother me as it can be fixed fairly easily OTA and I am pretty quick with interfaces...

I am also not worried about the center console UI/UX as even Tesla has revised theirs over time. I preordered the R1S, so I doubt that the space issues in the back seats will be my concern.
Glad that they are revising the rear seats prior to launch (hah - I missed that typo).

I eagerly await the reviews for the R1S

 

[JeremyMKE]

Glad that they are revising the rare seats prior to launch.

Lets hope they aren't too rare...

 

[JeremyMKE]

What am I looking at here?

Thats the removable speaker I believe.

 

[sevengroove]

Found a screencap of range in the interior review video. 301 miles:

 

[MarkB]

Sure looks like gear tunnel access from the back seat!

 

[Rhidan]

Was this already known? This is news to me personally, and a great feature.

Woohoo! This was my one big speculation on the R1T finally confirmed.

No reason not to do this with an electric truck. We are essentially getting a software transfer box.

I also would speculate this probably means two of the motors will be pure AC induction motors

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