Recent content by cevans

Was just thinking about this - all the attention going to R2 what is Gen 3 R1 going to be?! This should be a poll BTW to limit the extraneous "I'd like it to have a built in dishwasher" suggestions. To upgrade my Gen 1 MAX to a Gen 3 I would need: 1) Better Charging - 800v architecture with...

One of the biggest misunderstandings I find when it comes to winter range isn't ambient temperature but BATTERY temperature. My Rivians live in a heated garage (45-50F) so even when its -F the range hit is minimized since the battery appears to hold that temperature without much additional...

Poor experience here too - went through the hurdles to get an appointment, then once the SC contacted me I confirmed the issue and they reported that the system filled out a totally different problem. Changed from a 2 month wait for a week service into a drop in, same day, two weeks out.

I disagree with the overall sentiment of this thread - I live on a hill and regularly go down a snow covered icy mess. My first days on the hill required relearning how to control the vehicle, but, feathering the accelerator to manage regen I find MUCH easier than trying to modulate the brake...

Short answer: Yes, this is normal. Long answer: For what you got done I think you got a pretty good deal. As someone above noted, if you've ever owned a Mercedes, BMW or other equivalent 'luxury' car you're used to $800 brake jobs and $1500 shocks. Like someone else said though - dealer...

I have a Max Pack R1T and Standard LFP Pack R1S. The LFP has been a disappointment. Rivian clearly has been having BMS issues as the battery level will drop VERY quickly seemingly out of nowhere. For months Rivian instructed LFP owners not to drop below 30%. We've taken the LFP pack on trips...

These new units are taller and have great color screens. Responsive and seems to start charging faster. however, the chargers were half occupied by non Rivian’s. Trying to keep an open mind but starting to worry that these always available chargers might be getting crowded…

I’ve been holding off on some service requests to avoid driving into Chelsea. Can’t wait!

I don't think you've owned a Porsche, or an Audi, or really any VW Group product. On these cars you can absolutely tell the difference between closing a door with the windows open or closed. They have a cabin vent to assist with this - maybe the Rivian doesn't have this - but even with the...

The problem is that 10% on their bold will increase the need for returns on their stock, which means the stock will be pressured to go down. Stock is equity which gets wiped out during bankruptcy while bondholders will get a chance to get (some) of their money back, so the return on the stock...

I own both a Gen 1 R1T and Gen2 R1S. I would not pay money to upgrade the Gen 1 to Gen 2. Gen 2 had some decontenting and material downgrades which are *NOT A PROBLEM* but if you are used to Gen1 you'll notice. All versions of the stereo are better on Gen 1. The suspension improvements on...

No, I won't get over it. I *much* prefer posts from people being people, including yours when you're arguing and a bit off-kilter! If you chat GPT why don't I just ChatGPT back, and then we can just have a ChatGPT back and forth where we don't need to do any work nor have any opinions we can...

First - I mean this seriously, stop using ChatGPT or whatever LLM you're using to make replies. Copy and pasting stuff is both embarrassing and it is something any of us could do if we wanted to see what a bot had to say. Also you're changing what you said in order to make yourself sound...

If you're going to throw "facts" and viewpoints you need to at least have your facts correct - First - Market value is absolutely, 100%, a viewpoint. It is based on the viewpoints, projections and emotions of investors and what they are willing to pay. It is NOT based on any quantitative...

Keep using the Tesla network. These are facts: * Tesla is the only company who has managed to make DC fast charging profitable * Their prefabricated installation process is unmatched in the industry * Tesla manufactures their super chargers in Buffalo NY and employs thousands doing so *...