Rivian R1T

 

The Rivian R1T is one of the hottest and coolest pickup trucks currently on sale. It is the first model offered by Rivian, an EV startup company based in California, and like most of the new electric trucks coming to market, the R1T is geared more towards the crowd that uses trucks for lifestyle purposes than work purposes. Powering the R1T are four individual electric motors and a 128.9 kWh battery producing up to a combined 835 horsepower and 908 lb-ft of torque. It launches from zero to 60 mph in 3.3 seconds and can hit a top speed limited to 111 mph. The R1T carries a range of 314 miles, with towing and payload capacities of 11,000 pounds and 1,760 pounds respectively. Its battery is located underneath the vehicle as part of its chassis to keep its center of gravity down, giving way for a front trunk with increased cargo space over gas-powered and hybrid pickups. The R1T boasts a ground clearance of 14.5 inches. Inside, the cabin is adorned in leather and wood and features big displays for both the infotainment system and gauge cluster along with a smaller screen on the center console in the rear seat area. Located behind the cab and in front of the bed is a large storage compartment that many people may not notice right away. Three trim levels are available on the R1T: Explore, Adventure, and Launch Edition. In addition, the R1T was named Motor Trend's 2022 Truck of the Year.

Pricing for the Rivian R1T currently starts at around $80,000. Rivian eventually plans to release versions of the R1T with a smaller standard battery, a larger 'Max' battery, and a dual-motor setup sometime this year, which will lower its base price to around $70,000. Rivian also plans to release an SUV version of the R1T known as the R1S. Overall, the Rivian R1T is an incredible, innovative, game-changing, and out-of-this-world pickup. The R1T and GMC Hummer EV are two of the most intriguing electric pickups and pickups in general. Besides the example displayed here, which I saw up close at my local Cars & Coffee last month, I have only seen one other R1T in person. Unfortunately, I was unable to take photos of the other R1T example I saw in person, but I was amazed by both of these examples and expect to see more R1Ts on the streets in the near future.