My R1S Roberta has been sitting in my garage in storage, undriven, since mid-November last year. Getting it ready for Rivian SC 7.5k-mile checkup visit next Friday.
A bit dusty; battery tender still plugged into OBD port; tire pressure still at 48 psi after almost 6 months. Going back to full...
So the myth goes.
While EVs do not pay gasoline taxes, states do make sure that EVs still pay a so-called fair share through much higher annual registration fees levied on EVs only.
Comparing auto registration costs for my R1S to those for a typical ICE SUV, and eliminating commonalities...
Update to the paint "blemish" that developed on my R1S Roberta rear passenger door. All the details are here:
(93) Paint Defect, Rust, What Is Going On!? | Rivian Forum - R1T R1S R2 R3 News, Specs, Models, RIVN Stock -- Rivianforums.com
Did not know how to update that post with this and so...
Took a long trip through OR on my R1S Roberta last week. 1,100 miles.
Used three Tesla superchargers (two required NACS adapter; had my A2Z Typhoon PRO) and one RAN charger.
Total kWh used, cost:
Home charging: 55.5 kWh $4.00
Tesla SC Boardman OR, has Magic Dock: 60.7 kWh $free (dispenser...
Planning a long trip through WA and OR.
I have a Tesla Model Y Performance, which I actually have used on long trips the most.
Have a Tesla Model S Performance, and now my R1S beast.
There is a ton of Tesla Superchargers in the PNW and an okay number of RAN chargers as well.
Does anybody know...
Hello,
Took delivery of my R1S in January 2024. Sat in my garage for three weeks waiting for full XPEL and Opti-Coat Pro+ ceramic coating.
This week, I noticed a small paint bump, ~ 0.25 in. on the rear passenger-side door below the door handle.
I would appreciate if you could let me know what...
Took delivery of my R1S 21" Quad in early January. Have barely driven it lest I chipped paint as I waited for my appointment for full PPF install last week.
PPF installer kept her for 9 days. Got it yesterday. So worth the wait.
This is my third vehicle with PPF installed; previous two...