Rivian Body Design Flaw?

[Rivian_Hugh_III]

Look at the mud collecting on the ridge of the door and the flare of the rear wheel. Is this going to be a problem long-term? Will the mud act like sandpaper over time, wearing down the paint in these areas?

EDIT: According to AdamsFan1983, below, "There is factory applied ppf in most of not all of the areas your mention."

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[GaryL]

Is that slot in the wheel well also on the R1S? When I saw that on the detailing video I thought, what were they thinking.

 

[DaveA]

It used to have a screen. I’m sure someone will make an aftermarket piece to slip in there when off roading maybe…it helps aerodynamics is why it’s there. ?‍

 

[Zoidz]

It might result in long term paint wear and chipping, but I would not call it a design flaw, it's just the age old form vs. function debate. I recall reading some discussions about factory PPF (Paint Protection Film) around the wheel arches, not sure exatly where though.

 

[AdamsFan1983]

There is factory applied ppf in most of not all of the areas your mention

 

[cmiller]

that's nothing compared to what my bronco kicks up. If it's that big of a problem I am sure someone will come out with mud flaps

 

[electruck]

Sorry but this is just an absurd suggestion and no different than any other mud-slinging slab-sided vehicle without the Rivian aero-ridge.

 

[Blueassassin]

One of the recent detail guy videos going over a white R1t showed factory PPF in that area but I'm sure there will be something aftermarket to slip into there. I'm thinking for todays weather that could fill with ice and slush freeze and make it hard to open the door.

 

[Sgt Beavis]

Sorry but this is just an absurd suggestion and no different than any other mud-slinging slab-sided vehicle without the Rivian aero-ridge.

No, not really. However, my only thought is that most folks would add mudflaps to combat this. Of course mudflaps also increase drag, which is something we’d want to avoid on this truck. But other than that, no difference.

 

[Diddy123]

Sorry but this is just an absurd suggestion and no different than any other mud-slinging slab-sided vehicle without the Rivian aero-ridge.

It’s absolutely not absurd, and is also an issue I’m concerned about. Every R1T I’ve seen IRL has had dirt splattered in that area, even on otherwise clean trucks. If you’re the type of person who takes pride in keeping their vehicles clean, it’s going to be a problem. I’ll be first in line to purchase any solutions that are made to fill that hole, even at the cost of range.

 

[r1t_kev]

Sorry but this is just an absurd suggestion and no different than any other mud-slinging slab-sided vehicle without the Rivian aero-ridge.

Where I'm from, dudes where this like a badge of honor for about 2 weeks. Might even let the rain wash it off. ?‍

 

[electruck]

It’s absolutely not absurd, and is also an issue I’m concerned about. Every R1T I’ve seen IRL has had dirt splattered in that area, even on otherwise clean trucks. If you’re the type of person who takes pride in keeping their vehicles clean, it’s going to be a problem. I’ll be first in line to purchase any solutions that are made to fill that hole, even at the cost of range.

The OP was talking about a "design flaw" that might cause the paint to "wear down" as if this were something unique to Rivian. You're simply complaining about needing to wash your truck more frequently in order to keep it pristine. That's a real tragedy. If anything, you should be concerned about the potential for chips in the vertical painted surfaces at the front end of the vehicle.

 

[Diddy123]

The OP was talking about a "design flaw" that might cause the paint to "wear down" as if this were something unique to Rivian. You're simply complaining about needing to wash your truck more frequently in order to keep it pristine. That's a real tragedy. If anything, you should be concerned about the potential for chips in the vertical painted surfaces at the front end of the vehicle.

Ah, now I remember. You're the person who mocked me earlier in the year for the same concern, and then made fun of my disorder. Thought I had blocked you. Won't make that mistake again.

 

[SeaGeo]

Is that slot in the wheel well also on the R1S? When I saw that on the detailing video I thought, what were they thinking.

It is. They're trying to reduce drag with it.

 

[DaveA]

It’s absolutely not absurd, and is also an issue I’m concerned about. Every R1T I’ve seen IRL has had dirt splattered in that area, even on otherwise clean trucks. If you’re the type of person who takes pride in keeping their vehicles clean, it’s going to be a problem. I’ll be first in line to purchase any solutions that are made to fill that hole, even at the cost of range.

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