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😱 oh no. Glad to hear no one was hurt physically. Mentally, maybe not 🤷‍♂️ hope u get your new replacement soonest.
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Sorry to hear about that beautiful blue R1T getting smashed. Glad to hear the truck did its safety job which is first and foremost. If you don't already have one, I am happy to send you a Blue R1T matchbox to put on your desk in the meantime while you sort out the replacement. My mom found 3 of them at a Cincinnati Dollar Tree. Just send me a PM and I will ship it out to you.
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On the downside, there is no way I’ll get a tax credit for this new truck.
Why's that? I didn't know about limits on taking multiple credits, especially in different years. I know it's only eligible for 3750 from the feds, but I think all of CO is still available - together that's a pretty good chunk of change.
 

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Glad no one in either vehicle was hurt, you seem to be taking this all in stride, good for you.
 
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Why's that? I didn't know about limits on taking multiple credits, especially in different years. I know it's only eligible for 3750 from the feds, but I think all of CO is still available - together that's a pretty good chunk of change.
It’s over $80K and won’t qualify for the federal tax credit. I think Colorado’s new tax credit has the same limit.



BUT, on the good news side of things, Gary is doing great!
Rivian R1T R1S We're OK, but our R1T is not..... rear ended accident IMG_0016
 

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So sorry to hear about the accident! Glad everyone is OK.

I am sure you will be fine. I think your insurance will definitely fight for you to get a new truck, especially with your coverage/being through Rivian's partner.

On the silver lining side, it seems like R1T production is ramping and with some new improvements, so this problem shouldn't last too much longer hopefully and then you'll have a new improved truck!
 

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Sucks about the truck but at least everyone is ok. With the new midsize offerings from Toyota/Chevy/GMC/Ford there are certainly some midsize options that should be nice less expensive options, although without the fun power numbers.
 

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Glad everyone is ok. It is almost certainly totalled, which is what you want. If not pursue the diminished value and it might help total it.

I was worried about the tuck not crashing well against lifted vehicles, but it did very good. Model S had this tendency and it was the biggest reason I did not buy it in 2017.

Was the truck not drivable after the accident? Did airbags deploy?
 
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Glad everyone is ok. It is almost certainly totalled, which is what you want. If not pursue the diminished value and it might help total it.

I was worried about the tuck not crashing well against lifted vehicles, but it did very good. Model S had this tendency and it was the biggest reason I did not buy it in 2017.

Was the truck not drivable after the accident? Did airbags deploy?
We were hit in the rear so no on the airbags question. The truck kept throwing errors like the gear tunnel was open (it was closed) and wouldn’t drive more than a slow pace. After seeing the potential frame damage I decided it wasn’t safe to drive it on a highway that was as incredibly busy as I-25 was.
 

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We were hit in the rear so no on the airbags question. The truck kept throwing errors like the gear tunnel was open (it was closed) and wouldn’t drive more than a slow pace. After seeing the potential frame damage I decided it wasn’t safe to drive it on a highway that was as incredibly busy as I-25 was.
I agree, wouldn't want to drive it, but was wondering if it can get off the freeway, to the shoulder.
 

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I agree, wouldn't want to drive it, but was wondering if it can get off the freeway, to the shoulder.
We were in the left lane and able to make it to the left shoulder.
 

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Hey - just adding another post that I'm sorry this happened but glad you are ok. I have seen you posting since I joined - well before any of us had a truck - and I hope you get it fixed OR another one soon so you can get back to enjoying the Rivian experience.
 

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So glad you and your family are unhurt, I’ve had interactions with you here and on the Wrangler forums over the years and am sorry you have to go through this. You are one of the better contributors so I for one hope that you get a brand new R1T and stay on this forum.
 

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Most important-you and your family are ok. How difficult is it to drive and not hit the car infront of you? Apparently, it's a daily occurrence so it is difficult. I bet they were on their phone. Wish there was a way for insurance to find out and if they were-bring public flogging back! Sorry for the rant but we are all waiting and waiting for these wonderful cars and then once we get them-someone does this. At least you have the insurance that others have had a good replacement experience with. All the best mate!
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