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An undated Motor Junkie article does it's best to spread FUD on EVs. "20 Drawback Of Electric Vehicles Drivers Commonly Overlook" The article mentions the Mustang Mach-E so I'm assuming the article can't be too old. Regardless, the lack of references and incorrect or exaggerated information...

Rivian finally gets around to updating their website's FAQ regarding when deliveries will start by officially removing the Dec 2020 launch date but interestingly the updated text does not explicitly indicate 2021. Not that I'm implying it won't happen in 2021, I just find it interesting they...

Kudos on adding it to PlugShare. I would do that in a heartbeat but unfortunately the location of my garage where the EVSE would be located is not conducive for the "public" to just drop in and use. As a reminder if you incurred any installation charges there's a federal tax credit for 30%...

Re-posted in thread that was tracking this - "Rivian Plans Major Plant Expansion In Normal"

Quick update - "Normal Planning Commission approves amendments to Rivian’s site plans"

Interesting article, thanks. I think what was noteworthy, at least for the US or even NA based auto manufactures, was the last few paragraphs with regards to "where" these ASSBs would be made. Once they achieve commercialization, U.S. firms have to overcome another hurdle: The relatively...

Yes! Been saying the same thing for a while now. I have even gone as far as mentioning the other amenities one finds at gas stations that would still be useful with EVs, such as a squeegee, windshield solvent and paper towels to remove that lovely bug juice. Yes, I know these are consumables...

It's great to see the increase in CCS FC stations across the US. But don't get too mesmerized by these numbers as there are still plenty of challenges that are being dealt with. There are pain points that exist today that were, and to a degree still, not being addressed. E.g. number of...

Looks like Toyota wants to put their own "spin" on unconventional steering options. "Toyota applies to patent indicators for cyberpunk driving maneuvers"

It means you either reached the same person I did and/or they're working from a script. A few days ago I messaged Rivian and asked about the timing/order of test drives and vehicle safety ratings with respect to when the online configurator would be available, basically in relative, general...

"Tesla updates ridiculous warranty on problematic media unit and touchscreen" Tesla has updated its warranty for its already problematic media unit and touchscreen with a ridiculously shorter 2-year or 25,000-mile limit. As we previously reported, Tesla had a problem with the embedded...

And to read more about it, it's discussed in this forum in a different thread as indicated in post #4. ;)

Rivian's website has changed a few times since I submitted my pre-order, but each time I've visited it since, including just now, I don't see how one can submit a pre-order without picking which vehicle. Perhaps you chose one and didn't realize it or maybe there is/was some path on the website...

I'm not from Ohio but noticed you're from Columbus. I just so happened to read an interesting article today from Ars Technica about Columbus after they completely a multi-year challenge selected by Department of Transportation and was named America's first smart city. "This Ohio city’s plan...

Interesting, I wasn't aware that movement precludes using CGI. Anyhow, they're probably just trying out some last minute colors (whether painted or wrapped) using one of their test vehicles before finalizing the colors they will offer. Quick reminder that they will be also offering one (or...

First thing I thought of too was a slightly darker mustard. So, no, not a fan. Though wouldn't mind seeing a Ketchup color. :CWL:

Thanks for sharing that update. Interesting Rivian didn't say "late summer" but instead "later this year."

Interesting program. The app will give EV drivers access to the Electrify America, EVgo, ChargePoint, and Greenlots networks. However, will it really be unlimited? Aaron Fisher, Co-Founder of Recharge, one of the two companies collaborating on the new app, indicated in the article "There will...

An important variable is not being considered nor can it be and that's the final cost of the configured vehicle. Rivian has indicated on their website, in their confirmation email and in interviews that "fully equipped vehicles with the highest performance level and largest battery pack will...

Rivian already has plans in this area and has filed patents. Check out this thread "Rivian May Introduce Swappable Module System (Check Our Previews Inside)" Excellent point. Side note/question. Before Amazon invested in Rivian I had read/heard RJ and possibly others mention they are...