RAN charging how much???

[badger4149]

And I completed a 4500 mile, 9 state road trip in the spring. Where I used Tesla chargers only twice because most of the route didn't have ANY Tesla supercharges that were open to Rivians or had superchargers that were more expensive than my other options. Which goes back to what I've said several times before in this thread - making blanket pronouncements like this is wrong because these ”facts" are easily disproved.

The one thing that is generally true about Tesla superchargers is that they tend to have a lot more pedestals at a site than with other brands. But there are also many more Teslas on the road than other brands. Regardless, I personally have never had to wait for a DCFC to open up before I could charge, even though that seems to be a common problem in other parts of the country and even with Tesla chargers. Realize that your anecdotal experience does not necessarily reflect everyone else's reality.

"Realize that your anecdotal experience does not necessarily reflect everyone else's reality."

As is the case with yours, of course. I have no interest in a debate. I was merely offering my "anecdotal experience" for the consumption of the community.

Adventure on.

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[SwampNut]

Kingman RAN was cheaper yesterday than the SC non member rate of 68 cents. We still used the SC because of the amenities. Today we might use the RAN because it’s next to food we want and will be open by then.

Paid 40 cents per K to fill up overnight on a Tesla destination charger.

 

[MookieMV]

Was very happy to discover a RAN charging station on my recent trip. Arrived and all six chargers were available. Was thrilled until I discovered Rivian charging $.60/Kw!! No wonder no one is charging here. Right down the street Telsa is $.51 and ChargePoint $.47. Why am I getting ripped off by my own car company? Is this how they demonstrate loyalty? They certainly won’t see me charging here again. Sheesh.

The RAN Charger was $.60/Kw (1191 Division St, East Greenwich, RI 02181). I chose it even at that high price but charging never went above 80Kw (yes R1T "prepared for fast charging"). Last time I used this station price was $.47 and went almost 200kw speed. After 15min I unplugged and went down the street to Telsa and immediately got 180kw speed at $.52. I hate EM and would prefer not to use Tesla chargers but at that speed/price I can't justify using RAN out of loyalty. Rivian needs to up it's game or no reason to have RAN chargers, particularly when so close to Tesla and ChargePoint locations, both of which are faster/cheaper. For clarity there were no other cars charging at RAN when I got there.

 

[VandalSibs]

What was your state of charge in the vehicle when you plugged in?

 

[hudesigns]

Pricing is highly regional I guess. In New England area except for Vermont (.59), all other RAN stations are .45 - .47 for daytime Rivian drivers rate.

 

[Dave Cundiff]

My three most recent data points from the Northwest, where much of our energy is renewable hydropower and some is wind:

RAN, Happy Valley OR (suburban Portland), 2025-10-19, 6:07 pm: Rivian price $0.43/kWh.

Electrify America, Renton WA (suburban Seattle), 2025-10-31, 2:23 pm: Rivian price $0.56/kWh.

RAN, Astoria OR (northwest corner of the state), 2025-11-09, 10:19 pm: Rivian price $0.44/kWh.

***

RAN promises renewable power. To the best of my understanding, EA doesn't.

Both now offer Plug and Charge for Rivians. Plug and Charge saves our time for more rewarding activities.

My wife barely woke up when I plugged in at the Astoria RAN last night. I would have woken her if I'd been fiddling much with an app.

Whether using our Rivian Rewards or paying cash, RAN is a good deal for us. YMMV.

Best to all!

 

[badger4149]

The RAN Charger was $.60/Kw (1191 Division St, East Greenwich, RI 02181). I chose it even at that high price but charging never went above 80Kw (yes R1T "prepared for fast charging"). Last time I used this station price was $.47 and went almost 200kw speed. After 15min I unplugged and went down the street to Telsa and immediately got 180kw speed at $.52. I hate EM and would prefer not to use Tesla chargers but at that speed/price I can't justify using RAN out of loyalty. Rivian needs to up it's game or no reason to have RAN chargers, particularly when so close to Tesla and ChargePoint locations, both of which are faster/cheaper. For clarity there were no other cars charging at RAN when I got there.

Out of curiosity, what exactly did Elon do to you?

 

[HaveBlue]

I can barely make $.36 financially work on Level 2 units I've installed at apartment buildings for tenants to use here in CA.

 

[SwampNut]

I've also noticed a general trend of lower charging rates at RAN compared to Tesla, I think. It's hard to compare since so many factors affect it. Today at the Kingman RAN I definitely got less than expected.

We also learned something on this trip, the mapping is now PUSHING the Rivian chargers and simply wouldn't add the SC even if selected as preferred. Interesting. On past trips on the same route it preferred it, even when I wanted the RAN, since it's closer/faster too.

On top of that, it chose the RAN even though the mapping is FUCKED to get there. Totally insane. It was putting us miles out on a huge loop to get there, and STILL thought it was the best choice? WTF! That road directly in front of us is the right way to get there and was just fine. Luckily, I could fire up... CARPLAY... and it got us to the RAN.

 

[waitingonanr1s]

Kingman RAN was cheaper yesterday than the SC non member rate of 68 cents. We still used the SC because of the amenities. Today we might use the RAN because it’s next to food we want and will be open by then.

Paid 40 cents per K to fill up overnight on a Tesla destination charger.

Edit - Kingman member rate is 0.45

It usually makes no sense for a Rivian owner to pay the non-member rate - unless they literally think they won't need to fast charge again for over 30 days. Even then it's likely very close to break even if you're charging from a low SoC. This is the only group I could see RAN making sense for, excluding the few locations where RAN really is an exclusive provider in the area. It's also nice to have guaranteed pull-through space if towing, but new Tesla SC all have pull-throughs now too.

 

[waitingonanr1s]

Pricing is highly regional I guess. In New England area except for Vermont (.59), all other RAN stations are .45 - .47 for daytime Rivian drivers rate.

Yes, the price of electricity varies regionally. I bet Tesla member rates are in 30's in that area. From looking at my app, most are in the high 30's at peak times, but drop off into the 20's for off peak. That's generally what I see - Tesla member prices 15-20% lower than Rivian owner prices.

 

[hudesigns]

Yes, the price of electricity varies regionally. I bet Tesla member rates are in 30's in that area. From looking at my app, most are in the high 30's at peak times, but drop off into the 20's for off peak.

Yes, mostly Tesla member price around 0.38 in the area.

 

[waitingonanr1s]

I've also noticed a general trend of lower rates at RAN compared to Tesla, I think. It's hard to compare since so many factors affect it. Today at the Kingman RAN I definitely got less than expected.

We also learned something on this trip, the mapping is now PUSHING the Rivian chargers and simply wouldn't add the SC even if selected as preferred. Interesting. On past trips on the same route it preferred it, even when I wanted the RAN, since it's closer/faster too.

On top of that, it chose the RAN even though the mapping is FUCKED to get there. Totally insane. It was putting us miles out on a huge loop to get there, and STILL thought it was the best choice? WTF! That road directly in front of us is the right way to get there and was just fine. Luckily, I could fire up... CARPLAY... and it got us to the RAN.

So instead of offering a competitive product, locations, and pricing for Rivian owners they're trying to dupe them into it? The more of these tactics I see out of them the more I lose respect for Rivian. I generally always use ABRP for my trip planning and only navigate stop to stop on the Rivian nav. We need an app that can navigate by cheapest cost, since prices are all over the place - that's for sure.

For Tesla member pricing, sometimes I'll see a location the peak rates are within a penny or two of RAN, but I rarely see that. It's usually at least 15-20% less than RAN. It's also a great product that just works (unlike other charging providers) and they usually have better amenities.

 

[SwampNut]

It usually makes no sense for a Rivian owner to pay the non-member rate

I rarely use SC enough to justify the membership. The one time I did the math, it would break even around two fairly deep charges, maybe three. But that may have changed. .

 

[waitingonanr1s]

I rarely use SC enough to justify the membership. The one time I did the math, it would break even around two fairly deep charges, maybe three. But that may have changed. .

That Kingman RAN location is closer to Tesla than most - member pricing only 0.08 cheaper than RAN - 162 kwh to break even. Most are further apart - definitely worth doing the math depending on your situation since prices always change. Maybe one day Rivian will decide to compete or at least close the gap everywhere.

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