Starting this thread for folks who plan to use their Rivian as a hunting rig. Once we actually get our trucks, we can post pics and stories of our successes. Until then, what plans do you have for hunting with your Rivian?
For me, I am mostly a western big game hunter. Elk, mule deer and...
I prefer to take in ALL available information and opinions, apply my own logic and analysis on top of that and arrive at the “most likely” correct prediction. To each his own.
I think a lot has been learned from Tesla paving the way, so ramp up should be a bit faster for new companies following them. But I’d be shocked if Rivian produces more than 10,000 R1’s by this time next year. I’d say 6,000 is a more likely number.
Money begets money. In this type of business, it’s all about betting on whether they can keep raising more money until they starting generating revenue. Having name brand investors who keep doubling down is key. Tesla was literally days away from running out of money back in 2012. It could...
I agree with you on the marketing. It’s similar to Range Rover - market a highly capable offroad vehicle to upper income buyers who want that image. Most Range Rover owners never take their rigs offroad.
That being said, you should just ignore the marketing and look at the specs, appearance...
Hate to be a Debbie Downer, but I find that hard to believe. CS seems to keep doubling down on dates until they are given a new one. So what I’d read into that response is not that they are on track for those dates, but rather they haven’t been given a new date so they are going to tell you...
Looks like an Alpha Romeo. The charging port that looks like a petrol fill cap is a nice touch since they are obviously trying to make it simulate an ICE vehicle.