Glacier White R2 on 21" wheels spotted driving - pics & video

[tate16t]

It uses a combined design where the same LED element serves as both the brake light and the blinking turn signal. I believe the rear turn signal may be red for North America models.

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[rfkxyz]

It uses a combined design where the same LED element serves as both the brake light and the blinking turn signal. I believe the rear turn signal may be red for North America models.

Well hopefully Rivian has the smarts not to remove amber rear turn signals just for NA. Volvo did that for its SPA2 cars and its more informed/educated/worldly customer sub-segment was unimpressed. Why remove a safety advantage just for NA?

"Amber rear turn signals are generally considered safer and more effective than red ones. Studies from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) show that amber signals can reduce rear-end collisions by up to 28% compared to red by providing clearer, faster-recognized cues, especially in traffic and in scenarios involving lane changes or turns... While red turn signals are legal in the US, most other countries require amber turn signals, which are widely recognized as a better standard for safety."

"Virtually every country on earth, besides the U.S. and Canada, requires amber rear turn signals. It makes sense. A function that’s very different than braking should use a different color (and definitely should NOT use the same exact light as the stop lamp). Several studies have found that amber rear turn indicators are safer and clearer."

https://www.theautopian.com/this-is...-state-of-amber-rear-turn-signals-in-america/

 

[captainjp]

This color maybe?

Agree. I think it has more to do with the color.

 

[captainjp]

Panel alignment on the tailgate of the white one looks better than the R2 displayed in the factory lobby.

(I was in the lobby last week to pick up my R1S after the Normal service center replaced a damaged tire. I took a few pics of the R2 -- which was roped off - while I waited.)

Probably just a lift-gate adjustment needed at the hinges or at the latch. Easy diy fix

 

[Greg Chick]

Gloss black is the only color that I do not like, as for looks of the vehicle, I like it, it looks comfortable.
The appearance of ones car is an expensive affliction, a luxury we can afford here on this site.

 

[Gen(R3)Xer]

Rivian’s look great in white. This R2 is no exception. The charging port looks kinda odd.

I think it’s meant to look like a leaf. Strange that it’s not powered. I guess removing that functionality was due to cost savings? Maybe by making it manual they wanted it to stand out so the average person knows where the charging port is in order to access it, like on Legacy automaker’s EVs and ICE vehicles?

Personally I think this will lead to vandalism from people who are not bright enough to know the difference between a Tesla and every other EV, or just hate EVs in general. Sadly this does happen sometimes.

 

[Gen(R3)Xer]

I love the white, wife hates it. R2 is for the wife. She refuses to own a red or white car.

White really does show off the contours of a vehicle. Plus is makes the dark gray trim pieces and red brake lights pop. The color combo of white, red, and black is classic. One advantage of white in hotter climates is that it reflects heat more than any other color. I suspect this will reduce AC use and preserve range/battery life.

On the other hand, I totally understand not wanting to add to the sea of neutrals dominating the roads today. I wish Rivian had at least one warm color. Their Red Canyon is quite unique.

 

[Gen(R3)Xer]

Well hopefully Rivian has the smarts not to remove amber rear turn signals just for NA. Volvo did that for its SPA2 cars and its more informed/educated/worldly customer sub-segment was unimpressed. Why remove a safety advantage just for NA?

"Amber rear turn signals are generally considered safer and more effective than red ones. Studies from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) show that amber signals can reduce rear-end collisions by up to 28% compared to red by providing clearer, faster-recognized cues, especially in traffic and in scenarios involving lane changes or turns... While red turn signals are legal in the US, most other countries require amber turn signals, which are widely recognized as a better standard for safety."

"Virtually every country on earth, besides the U.S. and Canada, requires amber rear turn signals. It makes sense. A function that’s very different than braking should use a different color (and definitely should NOT use the same exact light as the stop lamp). Several studies have found that amber rear turn indicators are safer and clearer."

https://www.theautopian.com/this-is...-state-of-amber-rear-turn-signals-in-america/

I agree 100%. In fact I think there should be different lights for autonomous driving mode as well. That might not go well though, as I could see other drivers being shitty about it.

I also think there should be different horn sounds for someone in front of you vs. behind you. I thought of this while seeing a person almost rear end me. I blew my horn before they did, but then the person in front of me thought I was honking at them. If the horns were different then the person in front of me would know they need to get off of their friggin’ phone and drive! So many terrible drivers in Ohio.

 

[HaveBlue]

The R2 is designed for sale overseas as well. They had a bunch of compliance things to solve besides just Amber turn indicators.

 

[UnsungZero_OldTimeAdMan]

So my main hangup point on the R2 performance has been the default 21" wheels. They look dark here. That is awesome. Elsewhere, they look more chrome-like, which makes them look kind of cheap. Has anyone seen them in person to verify what the overall look of the rims are? I wish they offered the 20" as the default for the performance that has been on all the test vehicles up until now.

Performance 21 has different finish than Premium. Gunmetal vs paint with diamond cut highlights (like past examples). You could always get the 20 and change tires to all season.

 

[Great Gatsby]

Performance 21 has different finish than Premium. Gunmetal vs paint with diamond cut highlights (like past examples). You could always get the 20 and change tires to all season.

Where are you reading a different finish? It shows the same on the configurator.

I’m leaning towards the latter but it will depend on the price upgrade to get the 20”. If $2k or higher, then I can live with the look of the 21”. Not a deal breaker, just disappointed.

 

[UnsungZero_OldTimeAdMan]

Where are you reading a different finish? It shows the same on the configurator.

I’m leaning towards the latter but it will depend on the price upgrade to get the 20”. If $2k or higher, then I can live with the look of the 21”. Not a deal breaker, just disappointed.

You can see it in configurator, look closely. You can also see it in examples shown during SXSW and since.

 

[Thedude]

They’re still driving the camo wrap ones up here in Alaska. The wraps look cool and they should offer them as an option for purchase.

 

[cusetownusa]

Where are you reading a different finish? It shows the same on the configurator.

I’m leaning towards the latter but it will depend on the price upgrade to get the 20”. If $2k or higher, then I can live with the look of the 21”. Not a deal breaker, just disappointed.

I am with you on this. Wish the LE offered both wheel/tire options at no additional cost.

 

[Viking80]

Personally I think this will lead to vandalism from people who are not bright enough to know the difference between a Tesla and every other EV, or just hate EVs in general. Sadly this does happen sometimes.

If people are not bright enough to know it’s not a Tesla, they won’t know it’s an EV unless it’s charging.

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