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I already purchased a 2021 F-150 PowerBoost expecting it to take several years to get a Rivian. Figured with strong used prices, a trade wouldn’t be too bad financially. The longer I drive the F-150 and the more mistakes Rivian makes, the more I doubt a R1T is in my near term future. I don’t...

The exemption is only good for trucks. And if you currently are paying RTA on a truck it is possible to use the higher scale weight instead to remove the RTA. https://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/transportation/heres-one-way-for-vehicle-owners-to-avoid-paying-sound-transits-car-tab-tax/

No doubt, Rivian will start delivering at some point. Is the business model sustainable? Can they make a profit? Will they be around in 10 years to service your truck.

My cars aren’t getting any newer right now. Whatever I buy in the next year is going to be it. The Rivian will need to be purchased in the next buying cycle if it misses this window. The R1T is my 1st choice.

I measured my Yakima box. The mounts do not line up with the Rivian cross bars without going through the back window. If you do figure out how to mount it. The Yakima box is going to stick several feet out the back end.

Losses are going to be big until they start delivering trucks. I can't wait for the R1T to come!

OK, the 2022 Tundra is out. I'm completely underwhelmed.

As far as a snow board in the gear tunnel, you might need to pull the boards out before pulling into the parking spot. Getting the board out with a car next to you could be awkward.

My estimate is that my Yakima box will not fit over the bed. The clamps on the bottom of the box can only move so much. The factory cross bar mounts are too close to the back window. The box would likely need to go over the roof.

Try calling your favorite tire store and asking what tires they have in stock for 21” wheels vs 20” wheels. Tires for 21” wheels are very likely a special order.

Was considering leaving the tonneau cover slightly open and resting skis on the gate. Otherwise you are stuck with roof options. Whoever designed the truck was definitely a boarder and not a skier.

Replacing 21s is going to be an awful experience. I would stick with 20s. If you don't like the range. When they are worn out, find something with less aggressive tread.

We do it whenever is snows in our Seattle neighborhood. AWD is great. AWD +chains is amazing. I don’t mind going uphill without chains. I’m terrified of sliding going downhill.

50’ of 6/3 wire is under $300 at Home Depot. Yes that is 3x what I paid 6 years ago but is still affordable.

I got out of line after making a reservation in January when the latest delays were announced… figure there was no good reason to tie up $1k to be near the end of the line. There might be a slight uptick in reservations after first deliveries. Otherwise you will likely get better options...

Just dropped off a car at Avis next door. Lights are on and employees are working inside.

Mirror to mirror width on a full sized truck is usually a little over 96”. The Rivian mirror to mirror is 88”.

Can’t wait for a test drive.

Real world road trip in Seattle with hot or cold weather, headed over a pass at 72 mph 360-370 watts per mile is typical for me. I also get range anxiety below 30 miles of spare.

The source of this information was a prototype truck. The battery could be oversized or the software might not have been tuned correctly. The dash may have provided an accurate range. The driving on the day of the event might not be realistic. Other than being tempted by the amazing frunk, I’m...