Amazon and Rivian are working together to get 10,000 electric vehicles on the road by 2022 to reduce the carbon footprint of deliveries.
The Rivian R1S Was Seen Out in the Wild Looking Beefy Next to a Ram 1500
Everything comes down to context, even cars. When we see pictures of cars or trucks on the internet, it can be hard to understand their scale unless we have some context to base their size on. I remember being shocked by the size of the Jeep Gladiator. In my mind, it was around the same …
Where Are All of the Rivian Dealerships?
2020 sucked. I don’t need to get into that; y’all know. For all the suck of last year, there was at least a lot of exciting car news and fun things to look forward to, like the new Ford Bronco, all the latest Jeep models, the Tesla Cyber Truck, and just Rivian as a whole. …
The Rivian R1S and R1T Will Stand Out From the Crowd With Wacky Designs
At first glance, you might think some new pictures from Rivian are the typical camouflaged spy shots, but you’d be wrong. The world of customizing cars by wrapping them in vibrantly colored vinyl has become wildly popular. The problem is, not all wraps were made equal, and it can be a bit of risk wrapping …
Rivian Is Preparing a Way For Wilderness EV Charging
The time of the Electric truck is not only coming, but it’s coming in hot. People love pickups, and people love EVS. If you smash the two together, boy, you’ve got a hit! This, of course, is no secret. Tesla has been sprinting toward the Cyber Truck with the quickness. Every EV maker wants a …
The 2022 Rivian R1S Isn’t Just for Vegans
With the rise of the electric vehicle movement, new EVs like the 2022 Rivian R1S keep emerging. Except that’s the thing. Is there really another SUV quite like the R1S? From its vegan leather interior to the zero-emissions EV motor, this large three-row family SUV is an ideal choice for families concerned about their environmental …
The Nissan Titan Gains the Power of Hercules
By the power of Roman gods, Herculean strength is being provided to the Nissan Titan. Alright, so the gods may only be from mythology, but the Nissan Titan EV is actually gaining power from the Hercules, an EV startup. The Nissan Titan EV is coming Wow, the Nissan Titan might be the last full-size truck …
Rivian Option Is The Coolest Pickup Truck Feature We’ve Seen
Here’s a slick feature of the new Rivian EV pickup truck we weren’t expecting. Rivian offers a built-in kitchen that includes the sink. It’s not cheap, but it turns your pickup into a mini-camp kitchen in an instant. Also, it is completely self-contained and includes an electric stovetop, electric kettle, and a small sink hooked …
Will the Electric Ford F-150 Actually Be Affordable?
There is a significant problem with electric pickup trucks so far. They are extremely expensive. They are more expensive than regular gas-powered trucks that are already seemingly impossible to afford. But will Ford change this trend? Making the Electric Ford F-150 affordable is apart of their plan, at least. Will the 2022 Ford F-150 EV …
The ‘Forest Edge’ Trim Isn’t Even the Coolest Rivian R1S Feature
The lights, the Launch Edition paint color, and the little yellow details marking the first model year special edition are all reasons to love the Rivian R1S. But this EV transcends good looks. It’s also an innovative electric SUV that sets a new standard in the family SUV game. Plus, a luxurious interior and seating …
Rivian R1S Revealed––A Sneak Peek at the Launch Edition Configurator
If the elves of Middle Earth drove modern adventure vehicles, we are pretty sure the Rivian lineup would be their top choice. The Rivian electric pickup truck and SUV will fall into the hands of consumers at the end of the summer next year. However, our editorial team got a bit of a sneak peek. …
Should the $67,500 Rivian R1T Be Your First Electric Pickup Truck?
2020 has been quite rough for the Rivian R1T. In April, we learned that the COVID-19 global pandemic had caused the EV startup to delay the production of its all-electric pickup truck. As a result, the first customer deliveries were delayed from late 2020 to the summer of 2021. However, Rivian aims to end the …
Rivian Is Real: Sets Prices and Reveals Removable Battery Pack
Some have questioned whether EV truck maker Rivian is the real deal. As it marches toward production and release dates it has set prices and also has filed a patent for its unique removable battery setup. Some of the apprehension may be over sort-of rival Nikola’s waffling and recent media spotlight. And maybe because the …
Ford Pulls the Plug on the Electric Super Duty Truck
In a world where everything was going electric, Ford has pulled the plug on the Electric Super Duty pickup truck. They plan on sticking with the Electric Ford F-150 for now, which is surprising because an electric super duty truck would give them one heck of an edge. Ford nixes the Electric Super Duty Truck …
Stop Putting Deposits Down on Non-Existent Electric Pickup Trucks
If you look into buying a brand-new electric pickup truck, you’ll be met with several options available from various companies. However, they all have one thing in common; none of their pickup trucks have ever made it to production. Despite this, almost all of these EV companies will allow buyers to put down deposits of …
Amazon Shows Off First Electric Van from Rivian
Amazon has revealed its first custom electric delivery vehicle that was designed and built in partnership with Rivian. Check it out here.
This Is How Rivian Prepped the Electric R1T for Ewan McGregor’s Long Way Up
If you doubt the ability for EVs to be capable off-roaders, Ewan McGregor’s Long Way Up may make you a believer. While the main focus might be the program hosts’ bikes, the support vehicles come courtesy of Rivian. Ewan McGregor and his riding buddy Charley Boorman ride modified Harley-Davidson LiveWires, but the journey was made …
The Rivian R1T Will Finally Be Put to the Test
It’s time for the new Rivian R1T electric pickup truck to put its money where its mouth is. It’s finally being put to the off-roading test so we can see how it will perform. Then we will see how the 2021 Rivian R1T compares to off-roading rivals such as the Ford Raptor, Tesla Cybertruck, and …
Will Bollinger’s Deliver-E Cargo Van Rush Straight Past Rivian?
Pickup trucks aren’t the only commercial vehicles going electric. Several delivery and cargo van manufacturers are also starting to ditch combustion for battery packs. Rivian is developing one for Amazon, and GM is working on an EV version of the beloved Express and Savanna. And now, rival electric SUV and pickup company Bollinger might be …
Rivian To Take R1T Electric Pickup To Rebelle Rally Off-road Race
There will always be those that are competitive with their vehicles. The type of propulsion system, whether internal combustion engine or all-electric motors, means nothing to them. Instead, they are driven by the thrill of a race and the challenge of succeeding. So, it was only a matter of time before electric vehicle manufacturers started …
Ewan McGregor Goes a Long Way Thanks to Rivian and the Harley-Davidson Livewire
Electric vehicles, whether trucks or motorcycles aren’t typically the steeds of choice for off-road adventures. Especially not ones like the Harley-Davidson LiveWire which, despite offering genuinely impressive performance, isn’t exactly an ADV bike. But if an Indian Scout Sixty can tackle Amazonian jungles, then an electric Harley should be able to as well. And movie …
Rivian’s Electric Trucks Plan to Do 1 Thing Better Than Every Other EV
Tesla may have introduced the public to the revolutionary electric vehicles like the Model S and the Cybertruck, but Rivian is making a splash on the EV stage as well.
Rivian May Soon Offer an Electric Van and Faster Charging
Though its SUV project with Lincoln is dead, Rivian is still developing its EVs in other ways. And not just by making the R1T pickup and R1S SUV cheaper than expected, or adding a tank turn feature. New trademarks hint that the company might be adding an electric van and crossover to its lineup. And …
Are Electric Trucks Doomed to ‘Lifestyle Vehicle’ Status?
Yet another company has joined in the electric pickup truck segment. SAIC joins the likes of Bollinger, Tesla, Rivian, Nikola, and GMC in offering its own spin on battery-powered pickups. Normally, more competition is a good thing, especially for consumers. However, the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has created a lot of uncertainty for the automotive world …
These Electric Cars Are Worth Getting Excited About
There’s no avoiding it, the car revolution is being electrified. It seems like everywhere we turn, there’s a new electric sedan here or new electric SUV there. Even pickup trucks are being electrified. The good news is that with all this electric commotion, you’re bound to find an electric vehicle that you like. With the …
Looks Like Electric Pickup Trucks Really Are the Next Big Thing
We know that electric vehicles are all the rage these days, particularly of the sedan and crossover varieties. The future is electric for many of our favorite global carmakers and their next big charge is focused on electric pickup trucks. Electric pickups are an intriguing concept, but the real question is, how will they compare …
Is The Brand New Rivian R1T Worth Waiting For?
The Rivian R1T is a fully electric truck that will hit the market later in 2020. We certainly hope that this brand new truck stays of on track, but the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak could cause some delays. However, in the meantime, we can go over what we know about the electric truck. This will help …
Hot New 2020 Models: When Will They Happen Now?
The long-awaited reveal of the 2021 Ford Bronco was supposed to have happened now. The long-anticipated Rivian EV pickup was supposed to be available by Fall. Production of the all-new Chevy Suburban was to have been in full swing. All of these examples and more are on hold because of you know what. Yes, the …
Build-A-Bollinger With This New Bare Chassis
As EV maker Bollinger’s B1 SUV and B2 truck near their production dates, they stand to enter a crowded space. There’s the Fisker Ocean crossover, Nikola’s hydrogen-and-battery-powered Badger, and the GMC Hummer electric pickup. And, of course, there’s the Tesla Cybertruck and Rivian’s R1S and R1T. However, it appears that Bollinger is aware of the …
When Was Rivian Founded?
You may think of Tesla when you hear about electric vehicles and innovation. However, there is another name that is fast becoming popular in the EV circles. Rivian Automotive is driven by a founder with a vision and backed by some of the most influential funding partners in business. Premium SUVs of the electric variety …
Rivian’s CEO is the Anti-Elon Musk
The electric car industry is getting more competitive every year. Recently, Rivian and its CEO have proven to be top contenders in the industry.
Rivian’s Electric Pickup Truck Will Cost Less Than Expected
In recent months, the electric pickup truck market has gained new competitors. Hummer’s coming back in all-electric truck form, and GM’s Lordstown plant has been recommissioned for electric pickup production. Perhaps that’s the motivation behind Rivian’s latest announcement. Fresh off the heels of new investments and feature introductions, the company has revealed the R1T electric …
Are These Electric Truck Features Actually Useful, or Just Gimmicks?
It’s easy, with how today’s media consumption, for an automaker to market any feature as something ground-breaking. Especially with electric pickup trucks, a segment where manufacturers need to differentiate themselves. Some, like Bollinger, let the truck’s capability and design do the talking. Others, such as Tesla, can sometimes lean on sensationalist methods. Is setting up …
Rivian Just Took In $1.3 Billion For EV Truck Venture
Rivian continues to move forward with a steady stream of EV pickup and SUV development, manufacturing, and more. The “more” is more investment. Rivian just closed a $1.3 billion investment round heading up to production starting later in 2020. The fund investment was overseen by T. Rowe Price Associates. Some big players participated in this …
All The Electric Pickup Competition Beating Tesla’s Cybertruck To Market
Electrified pickup trucks could be the hottest segment with nothing to show for it. There aren’t any manufactured, yet. And the one everyone is talking about won’t be available until 2021. That is, of course, if Tesla can keep the Cybertruck on schedule. Since that probably won’t happen here’s the electric pickups beating the Cybertruck …
Will Rivian and Tesla Be the Next Great Auto Rivalry?
There have been many great auto rivalries. Now with the race to make all-electric vehicles, will we see a rivalry between Rivian and Tesla?
Lincoln Developing All-Electric SUV With Rivian
Now we know how the Rivian technology will tie into Ford Motor Company trucks. The skateboard that underpins the Rivian pickup will become the base for the next all-electric Lincoln SUV. This will be the first Ford product utilizing the electric skateboard chassis from startup Rivian. Earlier this year Ford invested $500,000 into the company …
Are Electric Trucks Doomed By Over Optimistic Manufacturers?
The Tesla Cybertruck has kicked off a feeding frenzy of manufacturers planning EV pickup trucks over the next two years. Some have never even existed, nor have they produced a single product. With this much interest and activity, there must be forecasts for seeing sales in the millions. If you thought that, you would be …
Rivian R1T and Tesla’s Cybertruck: Which Is Faster?
Rivian’s R1T and Tesla’s Cybertruck are set to be two of the most popular electric pickup trucks on the market. What do we know about them?
Rivals Tesla And Rivian Have Joined To Fight The Feds
Tesla is ready to launch its all-electric pickup truck this week. Its rival electric truck manufacturer is Rivian. But in a surprising move, the two companies have announced they have joined up in a lawsuit to fight the Trump administration. The reason they are doing this is a simple one. The two electric vehicle manufacturers …
Rivian R1T and Tesla’s Truck: Which Has a Better Range?
There’s been a substantial buzz about upcoming electric trucks, like the Rivian R1T and Tesla’s Cybertruck. So which has better range?
The Rivian Vs Tesla Pickup Truck Wars
In the electric truck wars, there are currently only two players; Tesla and Rivian. Oh sure, there are others, but none with the cred of these two companies. Or as much to lose. Neither has produced anything, but right now Rivian has the advantage because it has shown its hand. In just a few days …
Rivian R1T Electric Pickup Truck Caught Filming Live
The electric pickup truck market is about to accelerate in a hurry. Tesla is almost ready to reveal its ‘Blade Runner-inspired’ design, and Bollinger recently announced pricing details for its B2 off-road pickup. But perhaps the biggest news comes courtesy of Rivian. Although the company’s R1T pickup won’t be available until 2020, Amazon recently ordered …
What Does Amazon’s Investment in Rivian Mean for the Electric Truck Industry?
Rivian began as a small start-up company. But after receiving a sizable investment from Amazon, people are taking Rivian seriously.
Will Rivian Follow Up Electric Pickup with Rally EV?
Rivian’s electric pickup, the R1T, is still under development. However, its electric architecture and performance is already drawing heavy interest. As well as competition, in the form of the Ford F-150 Electric and Tesla’s to-be-unveiled pickup. But the company is also thinking about the future. Rivian’s CEO and founder RJ Scaringe has already indicated the …
Why Ford Is Developing an Electric F-150
The most-watched development happening in Pickup Land is how Ford will approach the impending electrification of everything vehicular. Its F-150 has been the best-selling truck for 42 years, so an electric F-150 must come. There is no way Ford will let anything get in the way of this massive moneymaking franchise. While Tesla, Rivian, and …
Rivian to Offer Electric Truck and SUV Subscription
Electric truck manufacturer Rivian really wants to sell its EVs a different way through a subscription service. We posted a story about the startup’s “events” where those who reserved a B1T truck or B1S SUV could attend. So far one has happened in Atlanta and another in Seattle. But Rivian is looking at more ways …
Rivian Unique Approach to Marketing Electric Trucks
Electric truck and SUV startup Rivian has been silently working on developing its electric trucks and SUVs for the last few years and is poised to have the uniquely styled trucks ready for sale by 2021. While conducting development it still needs to move forward. It needs to find unique ways to hype and market …
