Agreed. It’s the EPA number v the real world number. But if accurate, it speaks to the range of a highway trip, not mixed driving. And, while faster than the EPA tests, 75 mph on an interstate (5) with speed limits of 65 or 70 mph, a steady 75 mph range test is helpful. It tells you what...
It wasn’t the noise, it was the turn indicator return that bothered me. And regards Car and Driver, it wasn’t an R1T, it was a very recent comparison between the R1S and the BMW iX M60.
I was able to drive an R1S. My impression was it’s roomy, handles OK (for 7k pounds) and good looking in the flesh. My complaints would be more minor, the turn indicator drove me crazy, the glass roof has the potential to really heat up the inside and needs a sliding cover, like my old...
Also, Rivian currently sources their batteries from Samsung. Samsung has a US assembly plant (operating @ 100% capacity) and sources its materials from Hungary. I don’t know if any Rivian batteries come from this plant. The US does not have a free trade agreement with Hungary.
I signed up before the price increase, didn't have many options (Paint, roof rails, spare tire.Rivian honors the original price. I didn't do the binding purchase agreement as my price was below $80k, but then the battery sourcing info came out. Probably should have. I haven't gotten a delivery...
I did an online chat today with Rivian with no information gained. My question pertains to the federal tax credit. I have a R1S on order, quad motor, and the price is $77k. We qualify for the credit income wise. That leaves battery materials and metals sourcing. I asked if Rivian batteries met...