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  1. R1TVT

    Traveler Ride Quality and NVH Expectations

    Only thing I would add, is that the R1T is THE best riding truck I have ever owned. I have owned trucks since the 90's (Toyota Truck before the Tacoma, with manual locking hubs was my first), through Tacoma's, Tundra's and lastly a Silverado. All very different, but the Rivian def drives more...
  2. R1TVT

    Approximate Charge Time

    My truck is plugged in at home right now on a 60A circuit (48A current) which requires 6gauge wire (rivian charger) Here's what I am seeing on the Rivian Large Pack Battery with the truck sitting at about 39F degrees in the garage (19F outside). I'm pulling about 23 miles an hour... Here's a...
  3. R1TVT

    Key Winter Features

    Let's not get carried away... LOL - Snow can get on top of any surface. You just need to be a responsible driver and clear your hood, roof, tonneau, etc. I only say that b/c heating every surface ain't practical!
  4. R1TVT

    Approximate Charge Time

    2024 Silverado EV 4WT window sticker shows 63 MPGe and 53kWh / 100 miles, which is 1.88 miles/kWh. I would be shocked if we saw solid state batteries in the first Scouts, but certainly possible in future model-years... I only say that thinking that if solid state batteries are coming out of the...
  5. R1TVT

    We own EVs. Ask Us Anything.

    Losing 1/3 of your projected range on a drive does not sound normal. Have you inquired with service? Do you see this in moderate temps? I will say that Rivian has done an excellent job with its estimates, but I do take a hit in bitter cold (sub-freezing) temps, but not like that. It's also much...
  6. R1TVT

    Approximate Charge Time

    Ah, I see... I was going by the Ford window sticker which shows a 320 Lariat gets 48kWh/100miles = 2.1 miles/kWh (combined)... The reason I thought this was b/c my R1T launch edition shows the same calc (48kWh/100miles) on the same size (20") wheels. Only difference is the Rivian runs AT...
  7. R1TVT

    We own EVs. Ask Us Anything.

    The ability to charge at home is really a game changer, but with 2 years of free charging, I can see no rush in making that investment (yet). Having solar on your roof makes home charging a no brainer too. I think if more people tip-toed into the EV water, we would see more pure electric...
  8. R1TVT

    Approximate Charge Time

    Not to nitpick b/c EPA ratings for EV's are a bit odd, but where are you getting the 2.44 figure for the Lightening? I thought the EPA rating for the Lightening was 2.1? Although, the various wheel and tire choices make a big difference... Same for the R1T. The thing about EPA ratings is that...
  9. R1TVT

    Approximate Charge Time

    The math is the math, and 100% agree on the current numbers. If the Scout were to launch today, you would see 175-205 kWh battery pack. I will refrain from speculating on where things land 2 years from now, and progress will be incremental. Charging curves should continue to improve (and have...
  10. R1TVT

    Approximate Charge Time

    Agreed... 180-200 is big (and expensive) and heavy, which also means longer charge times, which also makes DCFC charging on the road more expensive. As battery tech continues to evolve & improve incrementally, and as Scout tweaks the production version of the trucks (perhaps gaining some...
  11. R1TVT

    What 16 Metro's Will Scout Launch?

    Rivian has (at present) 3 different types of public locations that they seem centered around: 1. SC's - like the one 6 miles from your house (for Rivian owners to get service) 2. Rivian Spaces - Urban locations to sit in a Rivian or go for a scheduled test drive 3. Outposts - Seem to be the...
  12. R1TVT

    User Interface Tesla vs. Scout vs. VW

    This is excellent news for everyone... The OTA's and the UI and everything relating to using EV-Specific SW from Rivian is great (I'm biased), BUT I see a lot of benefit using Zonal and see more benefits since it is coming from an EV truck (and not a car).
  13. R1TVT

    Modular battery pack design

    Warranties on EV purchases can be a critical aspect for building consumer confidence - especially for a "new" vehicle that is being built by essentially a brand new company. I would give Scout the benefit of the doubt and wait to see what the warranty will look like before freaking out. I'm...
  14. R1TVT

    Drive-Inn Theater Mode

    This feature should be able to be covered in Camp mode. Similar feature set, where you park, then can toggle how you want lights, HVAC, other systems to work (or not work) for as long as you remain in that mode. You can use courtesy settings to turn lights off, for example. Rivian did a good job...
  15. R1TVT

    Suggestion: Autonomous Driving Mode

    Rivian doesn't offer FSD, but you can opt turn on a feature called Driver+ and have a relaxing HWY drive, for example. Driver+ comes standard, and I would expect some form of Driver+ to be a standard feature in a Scout given the timeline for deliveries. You have to remember that many features of...
  16. R1TVT

    No regenerative braking!!!!!!!

    The overarching theme is to implement it well and to give driver's choices - all can be achieved through optional settings and different power levels for regen. And conversely to your statement, a lot of people actually do enjoy 1-pedal driving when it is implemented well. I am one of them.
  17. R1TVT

    No regenerative braking!!!!!!!

    Maybe tell that to the OP. LOL.
  18. R1TVT

    No regenerative braking!!!!!!!

    You may want an asterisk or to cite sources with a statement like this. 1. If regen were less efficient, EV OEM's would not implement it. Regen captures kinetic energy and send it back to the battery (and also helps preserve brake life / less wear and tear). One example: 2. Comfort is...
  19. R1TVT

    Camper Shell

    No, not wrong at all, but I think that is what the 3rd parties do anyway, and manufacturing and storing caps is likely just a distraction for Scout. Would agree that if an aftermarket cap were "approved" and priced as an accessory by Scout, that might be a better way to go... Similar to how...
  20. R1TVT

    No regenerative braking!!!!!!!

    Definitely different implementations. If I set my Regen to HIGH on my R1T and take my foot off the gas, the car will come to a stop on its own using Regen fairly quickly - That is considered 1-pedal... If you can't notice Regen, then it is blended with braking-only (and not 1-pedal). Big...
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