Four Electric Pickup Trucks Drove Coast-To-Coast. Here's How They Stack Up

[R1 EVY]

Four Electric Pickup Trucks Drove Coast-To-Coast. Here's How They Stack Up

1. **EV Truck Race Overview:** The Out of Spec Motoring YouTube channel organized a coast-to-coast race from Florida to California featuring four electric pickup trucks: Rivian R1T, Ford F-150 Lightning, Chevy Silverado EV, and Tesla Cybertruck. The race aims to compare their capabilities and endurance in a long-distance road trip.

2. **Charging Challenges:** All trucks encountered various charging issues. The Chevy Silverado EV had limitations due to its reliance on CCS stations and experienced a charging speed fluctuation due to a potential software bug. The Tesla Cybertruck faced issues initiating charging and was affected by aerodynamic efficiency in bad weather. The Ford F-150 Lightning's charging speed was erratic, and the team distrusted its range estimates due to past experiences.

3. **Performance Insights:** The Chevy Silverado EV benefitted from a large battery, delaying its first charging stop. The Cybertruck, while criticized for a lower top charging speed, showed an improved charge curve. The Rivian R1T's efficiency was affected by heavy storms, leading to an early reduction in speed.

4. **Race Progress and Expectations:** Despite charging issues, all teams made significant progress with multiple lead changes. The series continues to be monitored to determine which EV truck will ultimately perform best in this demanding test.

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[DuoRivian]

Four Electric Pickup Trucks Drove Coast-To-Coast. Here's How They Stack Up

1. **EV Truck Race Overview:** The Out of Spec Motoring YouTube channel organized a coast-to-coast race from Florida to California featuring four electric pickup trucks: Rivian R1T, Ford F-150 Lightning, Chevy Silverado EV, and Tesla Cybertruck. The race aims to compare their capabilities and endurance in a long-distance road trip.

2. **Charging Challenges:** All trucks encountered various charging issues. The Chevy Silverado EV had limitations due to its reliance on CCS stations and experienced a charging speed fluctuation due to a potential software bug. The Tesla Cybertruck faced issues initiating charging and was affected by aerodynamic efficiency in bad weather. The Ford F-150 Lightning's charging speed was erratic, and the team distrusted its range estimates due to past experiences.

3. **Performance Insights:** The Chevy Silverado EV benefitted from a large battery, delaying its first charging stop. The Cybertruck, while criticized for a lower top charging speed, showed an improved charge curve. The Rivian R1T's efficiency was affected by heavy storms, leading to an early reduction in speed.

4. **Race Progress and Expectations:** Despite charging issues, all teams made significant progress with multiple lead changes. The series continues to be monitored to determine which EV truck will ultimately perform best in this demanding test.

From sources on Reddit the Silverado won. The Rivian was being driven by a team that didn’t really optimize their charging strategy.

 

[R1 EVY]

From sources on Reddit the Silverado won. The Rivian was being driven by a team that didn’t really optimize their charging strategy.

Life is about either winning or telling a better story .

 

[COdogman]

Cannonball run!

 

[R1 EVY]

Cannonball run!

I remember seeing this at the movies .

 

[Count Orlok]

The Tesla Cybertruck faced issues initiating charging and was affected by aerodynamic efficiency in bad weather.

weather is one hell of an Achilles heel

 

[Zoidz]

weather is one hell of an Achilles heel

I experienced this on a 150 mile drive this past Saturday in the east coast rain storm. Typically I get 1.8-1.9, I got 1.6 on Saturday.

 

[Autolycus]

Kyle was on a podcast last week and spoiled the results. The R1T was third and about 35 minutes slower than the winner. Top 2 were within 5 minutes of each other. The Lightning was last place and was ~5 hours behind. I can't remember which was the winner, but with just 5 minutes difference, and Kyle being extremely aggressive with his charging strategy for the Cybertruck -- he stopped 30 times to charge!! -- I think it's fair to call it a virtual tie between the CT and Chevy. Rivian very close behind, and if the drivers had been more aggressive with their charging, they might have been within minutes as well.

 

[Cycliste]

But which truck was the most enjoyable? The Lightning has CarPlay and Android Auto

 

[DuoRivian]

But which truck was the most enjoyable? The Lightning has CarPlay.

The Lightening crew took is relaxed and easy. For a multiday drive they all did well. Kyle losing even by just a few minutes is a big deal because he was so aggressive compared to the other teams that the gap would be even bigger if he treated it like the others.

 

[Cycliste]

Did the Lightning crew do any sightseeing?

 

[Marchin_MTB]

Given that the Lightning team had access to Tesla superchargers and the Rivian and Chevy did not, it’s a good result for Chevy and Rivian in spite of that handicap. 30 minutes difference on a 2000 mile trip is insignificant.

 

[White Shadow]

The Silverado is a distance beast with that huge battery pack. We need to see more of that, at least for trucks.

 

[White Shadow]

Let's be honest.....once GM gets access to the Tesla Supercharger network, this isn't even going to be a contest anymore.

 

[Billyt1963]

Justin (Bearded Tesla Guy) was in the Silverado. He drove the R1T back to FL, while the R1T owner drove Justin’s Tesla. I watched most of the video of the drive back. He will drive a vehicle down to almost 0 charge before re-charging and then get just a little more than is needed for the next charging point.

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