Rivian R1T News and Reviews

German heavyweight Volkswagen Group, which owns multiple brands, will invest $5 billion in a new joint venture with U.S.-based EV startup Rivian. Future Volkswagen Group products will leverage Rivian’s excellent EV software, and the two companies will co-develop future EV tech.

Pikes Peak is one of the world’s great races because its mountain poses an incredible challenge for drivers and machines – and the rules are very flexible, allowing teams flexibility in design and technology. Electric cars dominated the event in 2024.

Rivian doesn’t just make electric trucks. It also has a proprietary charging network focused on providing charging around popular outdoor adventure locations. Starting in late 2024, the company will be upgrading its network with new high-speed chargers – and opening access to drivers of other brands of EVs.

If you love the design of the Rivian R1S and R1T but want something smaller and more affordable, the company has good news. It’s about to reveal its new, smaller adventure vehicle, with a starting MSRP of less than $60,000.

Rivian, the innovative U.S. electric-truck startup, has topped customer-satisfaction rankings with its clever EV pickups. Now, less-expensive dual-motor models lower the price of entry, and are eligible for federal tax credits.

Not all electric cars are created equal. While they all have zero tailpipe emissions, some EVs consume more energy in their production and operation than others, according to the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy. Its annual ranking of greenest and meanest is interesting reading.