Recent content by DD4ST

I agree, but I think because the R1 focus will be shifting from what’s Rivian doing for the R1 to what’s an R1 owner doing to their R1, including repair as these get older and outside warranty.

My Audi eTron has a spare. In fact, my R1T is the first vehicle I’ve owned EVER without a spare. At least it has the option for a full size spare.

I would try it first with the one charger to see if your charging schedule allows just one, with DC charging as a backup. But if you need two then you will need to make sure each has a big enough circuit, or derate them to a lower amperage (instead of charging at 40 amp, charge at 20 amp). I...

That kind of makes my point. If one can get essentially the same capability for $20K less then this will draw people away from Rivian. Sure they won’t get the air suspension, ultra-high HP, more luxurious materials like wood, and as frequent OTA updates. But I’d argue for most Americans these...

This may be a direct threat to Slate but it is a threat to Rivian R1T as well. This Ford truck will likely be in the same size category, and even if they end up charging $60K for a bigger battery/longer range version this is a direct threat to Rivian. On the plus side, this may push Rivian to...

I got a rock in my R1T, and had previously had a bad Safelight experience in another car. But since insurance used Safelight I researched it online and dropped by. I read online that Safelight, being as big as it is, has windshields made just for them and that quality may not be the same. I...

I have one Wallbox charger on a 14-50 outlet in the garage and both a Rivian and Audi eTron. Run it a little less than max at 32 amps. Because the Audi has L2 charging ports on both sides, I just ran the Wallbox cord to mid-garage on an old door lift rail, where it drops down for either...

I think what the OP was insinuating is “Repair” (likely what he called “Maintenance”) is an issue in a business setting where you have a dedicated fleet sized to what you need. It is not the cost, but the downtime, where rental car substitutes can’t do the job. You need a bigger fleet to cover...

Since Chase holds the lease, would this be a Rivian or Chase decision? Seems like Rivian has little incentive but Chase may because they have to dispose of the vehicle after lease, and possibly at a loss.

I had this happen on an FPL charger in Florida. Tried on two different chargers in the evening. Here are my observations and things to check. First FPL cables and plugs are MASSIVE and a little short. This caused the plug to have a hard time sitting square in the Rivian port. I suspect...

I recently took my R1 into the SC for a Rivian-prompted 12V replacement. I asked them how much this would be if I had to pay. They said $400. I also asked about aftermarket and they said you would still need software to calibrate it to the Rivian for battery monitoring. Otherwise you would...

I have a 23 R1T on a lease to end in 2027 and plan to stick with it or an upgraded version of it because I like having a truck. Being a Gen 1, I know there is already a Gen 2 but I would like to have a chance at a Gen 3 with LIDAR since this will eventually be a differentiator over non-LIDAR...

Need it in Florida, the birthplace of what became Rivian (purposeful mashup of the “Indian River” intracoastal waterway).

Nope! I have the Forest Edge interior in my G1 and love it. But not the combo you chalked up. Too much contrast.

I have read conflicting information on these forums and others that it may not be covered under warranty and that Rivian’s solution is to replace the whole charging port and cables. I am taking the truck in Monday for other work, and will ask but am not willing to pay thousands of dollars for a...