The true Gen 1 is quad motor, large , meridian audio etc... I have what I call a Gen 1.5. Gen 1.5 is around when they started removing unnecessary cost adders, and introduced the in house dual motor. Mine is Dual Motor Performance Standard+
There should really be 1 power outlet either...
Another great video from Engineering Explained. I've always said, Public charging shouldn't be used like gas stations.
Updated with summary generated by Chatgpt
Summary
? Fast Charging Accelerates Battery Degradation
Studies show that higher charging rates lead to faster battery wear...
Picked up a few Lockable storage options .
A safe for the armrest and replacement tray for the camp speaker.
These are made by @BestEvMod(AOSK) links in the video.
I don't believe I'll keep the safe, so anyone in the NH area need one?
Video Description:
Electric cars are becoming increasingly popular, but a common concern remains for many owners - what about the battery? Most batteries used in electric cars today come with one of two major chemistries: Nickel Manganese Cobalt (NMC) or Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP). LFP...
Why is Rivian so secretive about the new 'large' pack?
Why even offer a 'large' battery at all?
If the standard (LFP) gets 270miles , can be charged to 100% daily and likely fast charges faster.
The large is about 265miles charging to the recommended 80% daily and likely fast charging...
Where are the Gen 1 owners with the software locked "standard" battery packs at, I know we're in the minority of configurations but....has anyone gotten the update (.19.x) yet ?
I read on RivianTrackr it isn't fully baked for our configurations.
The 2 different sets (8 total) I have don't fit, and the yakima jaylow are stupid priced. The OEM crossbars are too wide or too thick for the ones I have.
I have a decent generic/universal set and the Thule hull-a-port XT, neither fit.
Any suggestions? Or should I just strap direct to the...
Gen 1 lease pricing is so attractive, not offered in my state so I had to purchase. But those on the fence, these Gen 1 are a great deal
Compared to Gen 2
Recently drove my Standard+ (121kwh software limited) dual motor from NH to PA. This is my results and efficiency.
Southern NH to Philadelphia
Total Mile ~ 720miles
Total car time - 14Hrs
efficiency 2.11mile
Total energy used = ~ 340Kwh
Public Charging cost = ~$85
Free Hotel...
Got my official NACS adapter from ford, same one we'll get from Rivian. I was able to park normal and this station is a V3.
Youtube
Plug and Charge worked
Hello Fellow Rivianites,
First off thank you Rivian for giving pre-order holder the discount voucher. They didn't need to do that, they could have said take delivery or forfeit your reservation. But they would rather move units even if it was a bigger loss for them, sitting on inventory is...
Gen 2's are starting to get delivered to service centers. Who out there has a confirmed delivery date on a Gen 2?
List your configuration (color, battery, interior etc..) and delivery location?
P.S if you're picking up in Boston (Chelsea), MA - I'd love to see and compare a Gen 1 and Gen 2...
Drove my standard plus, dual motor performance from New Hampshire to Philadelphia and back over 2 days. I recorded my efficiency for those who are curious. This should be the same efficiency on all non max pack dual motor generation 1 R1S
The shop has Gen 2 R1S, Dual Standard only showing for my location, but if you have a pre-order you can get these for under $65K and maybe still get your 2022 tax credit if you signed the binding contract. That would be an amazing deal if it worked out.
How many actual pre-order holders...
Here's the results of the phantom battery drain on a new dual motor performance standard+ pack left unattended and not plugged in for 5 days.
While my last EV (Mach-E) didn't have a gear guard video mode. Leaving that can never resulted in vampire drain.
Sine us Standard+ owners are lugging around a large pack, and with the recent launch of the of the gen 2 configurations. Lets pressure Rivian into giving us a free unlock of the rest of our pack. It's unlikely but it can't hurt to ask Link
I took ownership 4/27