R2 clay model "revealed" under blanket cover!

[Gerolsteiner]

There is NOT much of a market for small trucks right now, i.e. Maverick competitors.

???

The Maverick is on infinite backlog, Ford was so overwhelmed with demand beyond their projections. The hybrid version has been wildly popular.

S and T will both be money printers at the R2 level, but T is where the wildcard upside is.

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[dleewla]

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The Maverick is on infinite backlog, Ford was so overwhelmed with demand beyond their projections. The hybrid version has been wildly popular.

S and T will both be money printers at the R2 level, but T is where the wildcard upside is.

agreed. the small pickup market is only going to pick up... hahaha

 

[dleewla]

Almost 100% these were AI-created BS.

AI or not, the SUV is close to the shape we see under the cover.

 

[Kavv]

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The Maverick is on infinite backlog, Ford was so overwhelmed with demand beyond their projections. The hybrid version has been wildly popular.

S and T will both be money printers at the R2 level, but T is where the wildcard upside is.
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This is correct. They closed orders because they were overwhelmed. We just got notice our Maverick hybrid is going into production. There is definitely a demand for smaller trucks.

 

[iansriv]

Almost 100% these were AI-created BS.

Can we ask Chatgpt to recreate what's under there. I thought that was a prime example of best uses of AI.

 

[RayzorBEV]

It's tiny. Sized like a Honda HRV or Ford Escape. Interesting...

 

[dleewla]

It's tiny. Sized like a Honda HRV or Ford Escape. Interesting...

makes sense, mid-size and compact is the most popular segment of SUV/crossover

 

[Mark_AZR1T]

ok, so whoever came up with this concept might have had some inside knowledge. i know its under the covers and only a silhouette, but sure looks like this mock up of the SUV and maybe this is what the truck will look like as well.

https://www.carscoops.com/2023/01/the-2027-rivian-r2-will-be-a-game-changer-for-the-brand/

If it looks like this concept, that thing is a WINNER! Zero chance, it's that cool...

 

[virgnia_rivian]

If they are smart, they will get the more affordable nice R2S out ASAP. That's the biggest market out there right now.

There is NOT much of a market for small trucks right now, i.e. Maverick competitors. Heck, a larger truck would do better even.

The R2 will be made in the Georgia factory that doesn’t event exist yet. It just starting construction. R2 won’t be available until 2026. All previously announced.

 

[Reed]

Well, this has been an interesting day.

Out for a hike in beautiful weather.

As I'm leaving the trail area, I suddenly realize there's a vehicle coming towards me with racetrack headlights. I could hardly believe it. For the first time, I was looking at a real R1t - none of this pics on the internet stuff. I practically went into the ditch gawking at it.

Then, I come home and look through this thread. I think I have a tough decision coming up. That R1t looked very sharp, sparkling in the sun as it whooshed by. Do I stay the course and buy the R1t? Or, do I hang on to see what the R2 series can do?

I see a fish or cut bait moment in my future!

 

[Autolycus]

Then, I come home and look through this thread. I think I have a tough decision coming up. That R1t looked very sharp, sparkling in the sun as it whooshed by. Do I stay the course and buy the R1t? Or, do I hang on to see what the R2 series can do?

Keep in mind that that R2 line won't be manufactured until 2026 when the Georgia plant is open. Canada will also likely have a decent delay in getting it compared to the US. Maybe not as long because they're planning to ramp volume pretty fast, but they'll want to follow a similar geographic pattern as they did with R1 because they'll want to manage service calls, etc. very closely at rollout and initial ramp.

 

[Ripped]

When can a person place an R2 reservation?

 

[Zoidz]

When can a person place an R2 reservation?

Now - $1000, I’ll PM you the Venmo info!

 

[HaveBlue]

The Kia ev9 is going to give it some trouble. Might give the r1s some fits with it 900v architecture and 3 row seating though it's not off-road capable.

 

[NineElectrics]

R2 won’t be available until 2026.

For those who can’t wait, I predict there will be some activity earlier than this. It will be available to be delayed past 2026 in late 2025.

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