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Rivian started production. Deliveries of the first 100 trucks happening in the next two weeks. They have still said my R1S (the SUV) should be delivered before the end of the year. Hoping to have it ready for ski season. As soon as I take delivery I'll post a review on the forum. I figure a lot...

Oil cooled. Now it’s a real Porsche.

I agree with all of the comments on the exterior. However, I need to see one in person for the final judgement. On the interior I'm surprised by the general dislike. I honestly think the interior is very similar to the Taycan. Maybe even a bit more attractive. My guess is the user interface...

I haven't seen one in person. Looking forward to it. The Taycan is still, by far, the best looking EV, and will probably be the best driving for a while. But again for the price, the technology, range, and GTR like performance, make the Air Grand Touring a very interesting option.

I'll admit, I'm very interested. I have a reservation for a Air Grand Touring (800hp and 500+ miles of range). In theory this would be faster and more luxurious than the Taycan, way better range and tech, but might not live up to the Porsche driving experience. However, as stated in the article...

Making hydrogen from natural gas is terribly inefficient and contributes more to GHG emissions than simply burning natural gas. Steam reforming natural gas to hydrogen takes a tremendous amount of heat (by burning natural gas as the energy source). To make hydrogen cleanly, you need renewable...

I don't mind the delays as long as they deliver a quality product. I don't want a Beta product to be shipped as a final product just to meet an arbitrary time line. Launching a completely new vehicle from an automotive startup on time is next to impossible. Even legacy automakers and Tesla can't...

Here is the Audi Etron S setup. Two motors in the rear with separate gear boxes and output shafts. Rivian is simply doing this configuration in both the front and rear.

The motor assemblies are circled in red. Each assembly includes two motors and two gearboxes with separate output shafts to each wheel.

It has four motors (one to each wheel) but they are not in the hubs. Each motor has a direct connection to the wheel instead of a single motor going into a differential. This is actually a much better setup as it allows for simulating locking front, center, and rear differentials which is ideal...

We have a reservation for a Launch Edition R1S. Really looking forward to an off-road capable three row electric SUV. I need the room for all of our camping and ski gear. The Model X didn't fit the bill. We currently have our Audi E-tron but again it's more of a city SUV. I'm expecting issues...

Does it come with an optional light bar? :rock:

I would be really impressed if it was your actual spec in the photo.