The electric truck world is booming. We went from no products to a full list of trucks available to choose from. This is both a blessing and a curse. A blessing in the sense that we can choose what we like best and a curse because we need to choose what we like best. Get it? Choosing can be hard. While all new electric trucks are impressive, we believe that one stands out from the crowd. That truck is the unique and revolutionary Rivian R1T. A truck that doesn’t just add electricity to trucks. It adds functions, capabilities, and features we have never seen before. So, here are 10 reasons why the Rivian R1T should absolutely be your first electric truck.
1 The R1T Is A Great Off-Roader
Granted, not everyone buys a brand-new expensive truck to take it off-road. If you don’t want to take your new truck off-road, we don’t blame you. However, it is good to know that it can perform great in the rough stuff in case you ever need it to. Because EVs use electric motors, it is easy to control the power each wheel receives. This has led to Rivian adopting a great four-wheel-drive system that can send power to the wheels that need it the most. Therefore, the truck has maximum amounts of grip at any point making it very capable off-road.
2 The Rivian R1T's Towing Capability Is Impressive
The Rivian is a good choice when it comes to towing and hauling. Sure, it doesn’t offer the numbers of the big internal combustion trucks but when you consider the comfort and refinement it can provide the numbers are impressive. The towing capacity is rated at 11,000 pounds and the payload capacity at 7,700 pounds. So, if you want to use the Rivian as a work vehicle you can. Or if you don’t, it is cool to know that it can do so in case you ever need it to. One thing you do need to consider is that the electric range drops significantly when towing.
3 The R1T Is One Of The Best Trucks For Camping And Overlanding
The purpose of a truck is to make our life easier, and the Rivian does so in many ways. The most impressive one, however, might be the gear tunnel. This is an area in between the bed and cabin of the truck that is essentially a huge tunnel. Inside, you will find a lot of storage space or if you opt for it, a slide that incorporates an induction cooker, sink, cooking set, and even spots for lights. This kitchen can be easily removed in case you only need storage space. Electricity plugs and a sliding base sit in the compartment permanently.
4 The R1T Features A Clever Bed Design
At the back of the Rivian, you will find many clever features. For starters, the bed has hidden storage compartments under the bed floor and even electricity plugs. The 2022 Rivian R1T explore and the 2022 Rivian R1T launch edition models also receive an electric bed cover that can be retracted just by pressing a button. One of the most distinctive features is the crossbars that can be easily removed from the bed to be installed on the roof. This gives you the ability to choose where to mount roof accessories. The spare tire and a tire inflator (air pump outlet) are also located in the bed. The tire inflator is going to be insanely useful for off-road enthusiasts who love to air down their tires.
5 The Rivian R1T Can Demolish Supercars In A Drag Race
We've now come to a point where a pickup truck can demolish a supercar or even a hypercar in a straight line. The top-of-the-line quad motor Rivian pumps out 835 horsepower. Yes, you’ve heard that right. A new truck has about as much horsepower as the latest and fastest Ferraris. Since it is four-wheel-drive with a clever traction control system, the Rivian can launch itself to 60 in just 3.3 seconds. In simple words, this is pure madness. With the Rivian, you will be able to put to shame the fastest of cars available on the current market while hauling all your friends and their camping gear. Cool.
6 The Cabin In The Rivian R1T Is Purposeful And Luxurious
The Rivian isn’t luxurious in a conventional way. It isn’t like an S-Class Mercedes for example where everything is covered in leather and can massage every part of your body. The R1T is luxurious in a minimalistic kind of way. Its silent operation, comfortable seats, great infotainment system, and driver aids ensure that your journey is immensely relaxing. You don’t have to do or think much while driving. The car does everything for you. So, don’t go in expecting quilted leather, but go in expecting a lot of refinement and a ride that is immensely relaxing.
7 The R1T's Offers Up To 400 Miles Of Range
The 2022 Rivian R1T and the R1S come with a variety of different battery options. The standard-size battery offers 260 miles, the large option 314 miles, and the max 400 miles. These numbers use the standard 21-inch wheels for testing. Numbers can change if you opt for different wheels. We believe that the largest battery is a box that is important to be ticked. Batteries drop in range during the cold months or while towing. Having a 400-mile starting point will ensure that you have a usable range regardless of the situation. Plus, it reduces range anxiety during day-to-day usage.
8 Over-The-Air Updates Make Sure The R1T Is Up-To-Date Even After Years
The Rivian Driver+ system is the company’s standard suite of safety and driver-aid technologies. This system can be improved through over-the-air updates adding more safety to cars that have already been sold. These electric systems work with the help of 11 cameras, five radar sensors, 12 ultrasonic sensors, and surround view monitoring. Driver Assist, which is essentially Rivian’s autonomous system, will also improve throughout your ownership. Nowadays, trucks remind us more of smartphones rather than a vehicle. It is cool to see how far technology has come in a matter of a few decades. It is safe to say that the future of trucks is interesting.
9 The Rivian R1T Is Cheap To Run
Owning and using a Rivian R1T will help you save up some money as opposed to owning and using a normal truck. You see, normal internal combustion engine vehicles need their fluids changed occasionally. Also, after a few years, you will need to replace worn engine parts. Electric vehicles in most cases don’t use fluids, therefore, there is no real servicing to be done. Granted, if you have an issue with batteries, it will cost you a lot of money to fix. However, if you are planning to keep the truck only during its warranty period such issues are eliminated.
10 The Rivian R1T Is One Of The Coolest Trucks Around
This may sound weird as the design of the Rivian is kind of subtle. A Ford F-150 Raptor looks way cooler. To that we agree; however, the features, uniqueness, and technology of the Rivian help it rises up the 'cool' ladder. In our opinion, it is one of the coolest vehicles around. Not to mention that it will demolish a Raptor in a drag race. It is a truck you don’t see often. So, every time you see it, it is an exciting event. It shows that instead of taking the conventional route, the buyer decided to test out what the future has to offer. Range anxiety aside, this is a truck that performs insanely well in all aspects and that is very impressive.
FAQ
Q: How much does a rivian R1T cost?
The Rivian R1T has a starting price of $73,000
Q: Can Rivian use tesla chargers?
Yes, a Rivian can use a Tesla charger by using the J1772 adapter
Q: How long is the wait for a Rivian R1T?
Your Rivian will take anywhere between 40 days and three months to arrive
Q: Does Ford own Rivian?
Ford owns shares in Rivian but does not own the whole company
Q: How fast do Rivian trucks charge?
By using the fastest DC chargers available the Rivian will be able to gain roughly 140 miles in 20 minutes of charge. This can decrease in the future thanks to over the air updates.