My RIVIAN R1T Adventure Network Roadtrip!

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    This week we take a custom Rivian R1T on a 700 mile roadtrip and test out the newest 300 KW Rivian Adventure Network charging station. With news recently that Ford, GM and over a dozen EV charging companies all adopting Teslas NACS charging plugs and standards for vehicles, we put this unique Rivian to the test with our family of 5. Will Rivian survive without the Teslas chargers, and its charging network? Let's dive in!
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  • @andyzegerman
    @andyzegerman Рік тому +35

    The ideal car for a road trip using Electrify America. If the chargers don't work, you can just camp right there and wait for somebody to come and fix it. 😅

    • @Stack151
      @Stack151 Рік тому +2

      Which is sadly likely... 😂

    • @MatthewHill
      @MatthewHill Рік тому +2

      You might be camping for a couple of months, unfortunately. They are not that quick with the fixing...

    • @777Outrigger
      @777Outrigger 10 місяців тому

      🤣🤣🤣

  • @chadolof
    @chadolof Рік тому +14

    Such a cute roadtrip! Looked like a lot of fun! Can’t wait for Rivian to switch over!

  • @Otterbruce
    @Otterbruce Рік тому +40

    Yep. Rivian needs to change their charging standard to NACS today. EV’s need one universal charging standard. Gasoline cars have only 1 nozzle to refuel. Makes sense that EV’s do the same.

    • @shankhadeepshome3982
      @shankhadeepshome3982 Рік тому +6

      Yea I'm pretty sure there are two types of nozzles in a gas station, I hope you don't pick the wrong one.. 😂

    • @Otterbruce
      @Otterbruce Рік тому +5

      Gasoline only has one shaped nozzle. Diesel can have two different shapes.

    • @4literv6
      @4literv6 Рік тому +2

      Evs in n.a. use the following plugs chademo, ccs1&nacs, evs in the eu&uk use chademo&ccs2 plus a few og nacs.
      Evs in China which outnumber ALL others combined so far use the gbt plug primarily&some nacs with millions of installed chargers. 😀

    • @markfitzpatrick6692
      @markfitzpatrick6692 Рік тому +1

      Actually they have 3 at a pump or 4 if they have diesel. For different octane ratings of gas. Getting the Tesla connector won’t improve the chargers working

    • @markfitzpatrick6692
      @markfitzpatrick6692 Рік тому +2

      @@4literv6 Tesla uses a made up name for their connector. Ccs is a real standard. Tesla owners want it to be a monopoly and charging to the Tesla connector won’t make chargers. Work better. I have a chademo car for over 8 years when most of the you tubers didn’t know what a ev was. All cars won’t go to Tesla . We have chademo/ccs units in my city . Even new ones going in free wire just installed a new ccs/chademo unit. I didn’t care what ford and gm do it will be years if ever if we go to one connector. Lots of used cars that use chademo that can’t get a adapter to ccs or Tesla . And it is not environmentally friendly to just dump cars to get a. New connector. Don’t listen to Kyle Connor

  • @ampedampson5140
    @ampedampson5140 Рік тому +12

    The connector is more ergonomic but it's what the connector is attached to that matters. Tesla supercharger equipment is very reliable but the third party chargers will still need to develop and maintain their charging networks better. Rivian needs to not only adopt the NACS connector but they need to gain access to the Tesla superchargers, the most reliable charging network in North America.

  • @WaldenTimes
    @WaldenTimes Рік тому +4

    Thanks for taking us along on your vacation. I remember the Model X trips to the mountains and pumpkin Patch. I had a Rivian R1T on order but cancelled and purchased the Ford Lightning.

  • @lesterpalmer5289
    @lesterpalmer5289 Рік тому +5

    SOOO excited to see this episode! I'm so glad to have met you guys in Augusta!! That Rivian is SICK!!! Be safe and have fun adventuring.

    • @ItsKimJava
      @ItsKimJava  Рік тому +2

      Thanks! It was fun meeting you and your wife. Thanks for the support and hope to run into you at a charging station in the future!

  • @walkerdarin2003
    @walkerdarin2003 Рік тому +3

    One might say it was an adventure discovering the charging station 😂

  • @Ballistixwear
    @Ballistixwear Рік тому +4

    Wow, I just watched this video yesterday and Today RIVIAN did it! 😮 😎

  • @DavidBryan1
    @DavidBryan1 Рік тому +2

    Yep. NACS is free to use design specification, and is being ratified as a standard. It’s the same signaling underneath, it’s just a better designed connector. Move now, or get left behind.

  • @mattmetzger5614
    @mattmetzger5614 Рік тому +13

    100% Rivian needs to adopt NACS! I also believe that they will. If they do I’ll order the R1T. Fun to see this one with the tent over the bed!

    • @yak4life
      @yak4life Рік тому +3

      Did you place your order yet? Lol

    • @mattmetzger5614
      @mattmetzger5614 Рік тому +3

      @@yak4life one of each reserved. R1S and R1T

  • @darrenphilip247
    @darrenphilip247 Рік тому +88

    Roughly £120k in my portfolio are in tech/TSLA stocks, can I get an advice on any other stocks that I can acquire to diversify my reserve across multiple markets while creating a comprehensive portfolio allocation that balances my concerns of risk aversion and returns that meet yearly inflation.

    • @chloeanderson543
      @chloeanderson543 Рік тому

      You need to hire a financial advisor to help you diversify your portfolio by including Mutual Funds, Etf's, the 11 GICS groups, inflation-indexed bonds, and stocks of companies with reliable cash flows rather than growth stocks, where prices were based on future prospective earnings.

    • @leedavis3639
      @leedavis3639 Рік тому +1

      @@chloeanderson543 That's correct. At first, I wasn't too pleased with my gains compared to my previous performances, I was doing so poorly, I thought I needed to diversify into better assets, so I got in touch with an investment-advisor. That same year, I pulled a net gain of £550k, which is about 10 times more than I average on.

    • @farehtinyilmaz851
      @farehtinyilmaz851 Рік тому

      @@leedavis3639 My portfolio has been in the gutter for the entire year, so I started researching new ways to profit in the market, but everything I tried just seemed to miss the mark. Please let us know the name of your financial advisor

    • @leedavis3639
      @leedavis3639 Рік тому +1

      @@farehtinyilmaz851 Having a counselor is essential for portfolio diversification. My advisor is "Trade with Ethan Grayson" who is easily searchable and has extensive knowledge of the financial markets.

    • @farehtinyilmaz851
      @farehtinyilmaz851 Рік тому

      @@leedavis3639 Thanks for this tip. His handle & website popped up on the first page immediately I searched Ethan’s name, I read through his resume and it seems pretty tight. So, I dropped a message & hopefully he replies soon.

  • @dpmyt
    @dpmyt Рік тому +4

    NACS all the way, and ASAP.

  • @JamesFSmith-cb9lz
    @JamesFSmith-cb9lz Рік тому +5

    I think everyone's going to roll over to NACS now that the big 2 have switched. Might make sense for Rivian to keep the CCS charger in front and add an NACS port in the back. That would make for an awesome setup for sure.

    • @randybouck4366
      @randybouck4366 Рік тому

      In the front on the other side. If towing the charge port needs to be on the front.

  • @Yanquetino
    @Yanquetino Рік тому +3

    FUN vacation with your friends, Kim! I enjoyed seeing their doggy joining in the fun. Can't believe that Laikyn has completed another orbit! Time flies… and so does the earth. Sounds to me like Rivian is the best prepared to transition to NACS. It's just a question of changing out the connectors: they've already got longer cables, and a plug-and-play interface that checks the VIN when you plug in -just like Tesla. So… c'mon, RJ, produce a Tesla-to-CCS1 adapter and ink an agreement for NACS so that you're Rivian customers to date can also use Superchargers.

  • @supertug2
    @supertug2 Рік тому +1

    The NACS is the only way we can compete globally. Great stuff! Thank you.

  • @EVMANVSGAS
    @EVMANVSGAS Рік тому +3

    Kim, start the petition for the white house to switch the national standard to NACS, I'll sign.

  • @MakeAMark1755
    @MakeAMark1755 Рік тому +2

    Now less then 5 days later Rivian announces they are changing over to Nacs. It's like they watched the video lol

  • @timkline162
    @timkline162 Рік тому +8

    There really needs to be 1 standard for the US, I don’t care which one it is, but having a bunch of different ones is just an extra thing to make sure less new people will buy an EV

  • @ScottWallace5
    @ScottWallace5 Рік тому +3

    Great video Kim! I always enjoy your vlogs/road trips so much, truly the best EV family on UA-cam 💯😊 But definitely agree, hopefully more automakers (especially the newer ones like Rivian, Lucid, Fisker, etc. switch to the NACS standard).

  • @Ninobrown1022
    @Ninobrown1022 Рік тому +2

    Really enjoyed the fun and info of this video. Papa is getting some really great footage!!

  • @willberger96
    @willberger96 Рік тому +2

    Thanks Kim! Great video as always! I would like NACS to be the standard for all evs

  • @latitudeash
    @latitudeash Рік тому +1

    I want to try sleeping in that tent. Looks great

  • @prodantech
    @prodantech Рік тому +2

    Agreed! NACS for the win. This could be the thing that saves Rivian. Tesla’s charging network and self-driving tech make buying anything but a Tesla kinda silly. Now with NACS being adopted, there’s more reason to get EVs that aren’t Teslas.

  • @im4udevco
    @im4udevco Рік тому +2

    Totally agree. Keep the CCS1 connector for the R1 platform with adapter to NACS, and use NACS for R2 and future EVs. Since Rivian is in the early stages of DC fast charging deployment, they can convert them to NACS and have an adapter or magic dock.

    • @Stack151
      @Stack151 Рік тому

      Adaptors cause lots of problems. I have already fried my charging port on my R1T with a Lectron unit. We just need to switch to NACS and have a fantastic charging experience.

    • @im4udevco
      @im4udevco Рік тому

      @@Stack151 so sorry to hear that. Hope things standardize.

  • @bobkoch3513
    @bobkoch3513 15 днів тому

    I like the Rivian. I have a reservation in for the R2. At 73 I won’t be tent camping but it looks fun on your R1T.

  • @brianmellinger7981
    @brianmellinger7981 Рік тому

    Thank you for all you do! I feel like I know you. I have watch you from the beginning. I have a Nissan LEAF 105,000 miles 2014. it has been a joy watching your family grow up..thank you 👍😎🚐🔋🔌

    • @ItsKimJava
      @ItsKimJava  Рік тому

      That is awesome! I appreciate your kind words.

  • @TheRealMartin
    @TheRealMartin Рік тому +2

    I really hope Rivian switches to NACS.

  • @mrdsn189
    @mrdsn189 Рік тому +2

    I love these kinds of videos, Kim! The best EV content out there! They show that EVs can be part of a normal chaotic wonderful life! 😎

  • @thenetworkarchitectchannel
    @thenetworkarchitectchannel Рік тому

    Looks soo much fun!! Glad u had a RAN stop.

  • @Lovejazz01
    @Lovejazz01 Рік тому

    Wow another amazing Kim Java family road-trip , you guys have so much fun! And as popular as Tesla has been who would’ve ever thought that Tesla would have the new standard of charging.

  • @meanballz
    @meanballz Рік тому +1

    Awesome trip! We have a R1T and you’ve given us lots of ideas! You forgot to showcase the camp leveler when setting up the tent… I think that’s one of the coolest features.

    • @ItsKimJava
      @ItsKimJava  Рік тому +1

      You're right. Was already level at this location, I believe we did highlight that feature on another Rivian video. Thanks for watching!

  • @AngelArm1110
    @AngelArm1110 Рік тому +1

    When the kids drone "yeah" after being asked if there's enough room 😂

    • @ItsKimJava
      @ItsKimJava  Рік тому +1

      11 going on teenager 😭

    • @AngelArm1110
      @AngelArm1110 Рік тому

      @@ItsKimJava Oof! Yea that's a hard morning light coming through the window.. Best to have as many of these fun family outings while there's still time!! Thanks so much for sharing it with us all!

  • @scottbradley7591
    @scottbradley7591 Рік тому +2

    Great video as always! We would love to have R1S but the charging network and the MSRP will keep us in our Model Y. I really wish you would do a video on a entry level Model 3 to help show people that not every EV is $50k to $100k or more.

  • @Techblaze21654
    @Techblaze21654 Рік тому +1

    Really missed this type of content hope to see it more again would be cool to see it with all kinds of evs if at all possible

  • @will35719711
    @will35719711 Рік тому +1

    I think all EV's should adopt the NACS adapter. I believe this will happen in the near-mid-term future. It just makes economic sense for American EV manufactures. That money can be invested back into the company.

  • @timconder4909
    @timconder4909 Рік тому

    Another good one!

  • @henrycruz45cal
    @henrycruz45cal Рік тому +1

    Hotspot wifi, nice!

  • @henrycruz45cal
    @henrycruz45cal Рік тому

    Gotta love those kids. Enjoy them and be the best parents possible.
    Thanks for the last shots of the kids being silly.
    Life is good

  • @georgev5766
    @georgev5766 10 днів тому

    Tesla owner here. We just got a rivian r1t bc they switched to NACS infrastructure. I was not going to depend on EA chargers. The only gripe I have now is that the Tesla chargers are too short for other manufacturers to be able to charge. So I have to either block another stall or park on the other side of the charger when that’s an option. Or use my model 3. lol. But as a Tesla owner, charging aside… my whole family loves the rivian and prefer it to the Tesla.

  • @SerendipitousProducts
    @SerendipitousProducts Рік тому +1

    Rivian has joined got the notification this AM.

  • @Michael-wy7om
    @Michael-wy7om Рік тому

    Great video I noticed we have a Rivian Charger now in Blowing Rock NC not so close to Winston where I live but nice to of found acouple months ago 😂 They should send out email’s to us owners when new ones are built.

  • @dotmatrixxx
    @dotmatrixxx Рік тому

    You guys over pack every time 😂🤦🏻‍♂️ ok back to video 😂keep the videos coming love them

  • @aerodyneservices
    @aerodyneservices Рік тому

    Ahh cameo from the past a la Ben..
    He is like Antonio Salieri to your Mozart

  • @Random.Adventures.
    @Random.Adventures. 8 місяців тому

    pretty cool!

  • @pinkelephants1421
    @pinkelephants1421 Рік тому

    That brief clip of you travelling down a backroad reminded me of how doing so is usually so much more interesting if you're not in any particular hurry to get somewhere. I quite like to simply point and go down backroads just to see what I can find, even if that turns out to be nothing; it's the exploration that counts.
    Ironically, when traffic is heavy, if you know where you're going, backroads can often be quicker than main highways, and you generally won't get caught up in accident tailbacks either.

  • @ablebanner3222
    @ablebanner3222 Рік тому

    Good job Kim, Rivian just switched over to NACS according to Torque News.

  • @jonpriston8784
    @jonpriston8784 Рік тому +4

    Here in the uk it certainly does. I love the E Tron GT and Taycan but I'd hate to have a very expensive ev capable of 250kwh charging limited to 2 pokey InstaVolts only giving 65kwh. The non tesla network over here is terrible, thank god I have a Tesla

    • @ItsKimJava
      @ItsKimJava  Рік тому +2

      Thanks for watching and the comment. Agree wholeheartedly.

    • @jonpriston8784
      @jonpriston8784 Рік тому

      @@ItsKimJava love the channel, you're making my Tesla amazing but my bank account terrible 😬

    • @timaustin2000
      @timaustin2000 Рік тому +2

      In the UK it absolutely doesn't. There are hundreds of ultra rapid chargers over here. I go to many, frequently.
      Nonsense.

    • @ItsKimJava
      @ItsKimJava  Рік тому +2

      haha😭

    • @jonpriston8784
      @jonpriston8784 Рік тому +1

      @@timaustin2000 really? Please tell me where as apart from Leeds IONITY and the one in Essex the non Tesla lot are stuck with 2 or 3 crappy InstaVolts at McDonald's. The uk network compared to the Tesla one is utter garbage

  • @bradbeckett3800
    @bradbeckett3800 Рік тому +2

    I think NACS will be standard in North America. I don’t think that means that public charging will improve. Maybe Tesla will manufacture and sell their chargers to third parties to install.

  • @nealpatel5556
    @nealpatel5556 Рік тому +4

    Do you think Rivian would offer a retrofit/ adapter for NACS if they decide they don't want to redesign? Would be worth asking RJ!

    • @henrycruz45cal
      @henrycruz45cal Рік тому

      "Do you think"
      Don't ask her, she thinks it's a good idea to have both on one car.

    • @nealpatel5556
      @nealpatel5556 Рік тому

      @@henrycruz45cal That is the smartest way to drive up cost and confusion to buyers. Well done...
      Adapters are a choice for buyers, having the 2 different ports is not...

  • @MrEd2291
    @MrEd2291 Рік тому +1

    For Rivian changing to the NACS will be a matter of survival. It is a great vehicle, but time is running out.

  • @EtrnlMack
    @EtrnlMack 4 місяці тому

    There are so many Rivians in Atlanta, I’m surprised that there are no networks in the city.

  • @Sillywabbit-415
    @Sillywabbit-415 9 місяців тому

    I'm curious do you think a gas generator would help at all on a road trip to charge the vehicle?

  • @BrianJoslyn
    @BrianJoslyn Рік тому

    Great video, as usual!
    🍩HAPPY🍩BIRTHDAY🍩 ...to your lil girl!
    It's always AWES😎ME seeing your lil ones in a video! [HUGZ] for them!

  • @richardmorin4518
    @richardmorin4518 Рік тому +14

    I pray that Tesla NACS becomes the standard. It’s way better

  • @tino5271
    @tino5271 Рік тому

    You're right Kim! Rivian Just joined GM and Ford.

  • @totallypluggedin
    @totallypluggedin Рік тому +1

    Agreed! NACS all the way!

  • @berthogendoorn2133
    @berthogendoorn2133 Рік тому

    NACS rocks, lets get it on all the vehicles!

  • @latitudeash
    @latitudeash Рік тому

    On the iPad and phone….really I used in the wires 😂🤣

  • @malcolmp5245
    @malcolmp5245 Рік тому

    The problem with putting a NACS charging port in the back of the R1T is that it needs to be positioned at least 3ft above ground level because it has to be above the water level when fording a river. You'll notice there's no room but it could be put on the passenger side at the front. Then why not do that and remove the present charging port on the drivers side as it won't be needed anymore.

  • @NocSuKow
    @NocSuKow 7 місяців тому

    is that matte white?

  • @henrywilliams5458
    @henrywilliams5458 Рік тому

    That aerial footage was awesome. Are you using a DJI?

  • @latitudeash
    @latitudeash Рік тому +1

    Your little girl is the cutest I have seen. That’s daddies girl…lol

    • @ItsKimJava
      @ItsKimJava  Рік тому +1

      thank you!

    • @honesty_-no9he
      @honesty_-no9he Рік тому

      Book an optician appointment.

    • @latitudeash
      @latitudeash Рік тому

      @@honesty_-no9he why are you so horrible. This little girl has a very cute face, even if you do not agree she is a little girl and as a grown up you need to lighten up. Peace.

  • @IuseanXboxController
    @IuseanXboxController Рік тому +3

    a 50/50 shot is pretty harsh. I did a road trip cross country from Charlotte, NC to Palm Springs, CA in a Bolt along I40 most the way, keeping speeds with traffic. Stopped at the Grand Canyon and Las Vegas as well for a few nights. About 5700 miles done in 2 weeks and something like 40 charging stops which 35 were EA and out of those I never had a problem that was worse than waiting for a few minutes for a stall to open or a couple stalls being out of order. ~$430 total spent on charging cost for the trip, had a few free DCFC and L2 overnight at the Grand Canyon.
    I had a Leaf for 5 years with 100k+ miles put on it and now have had the Bolt for 2.5 years with over 90k+ miles put on it since I got it. Rented and overnight tested drove Model S, 3, and X something like 6k miles between the three to see how they are. I can't wait to see NACS take over CCS. Even with EA being relatively easy to use the Supercharging network and plug are just way more sleek and years ahead.

    • @johnpoldo8817
      @johnpoldo8817 Рік тому +1

      I am stunned to hear 40 CCS chargers were fully functional on a road trip. My experience is closer to 70% reliability. One dead DC fast charger in Naples, FL forced me to charge for 2 hrs at a level 2 to get home.

  • @NocSuKow
    @NocSuKow 7 місяців тому

    what size yakima tank is that??

  • @pfang100
    @pfang100 9 місяців тому

    Talked to a showroom guy and they say they are moving to NACS next year

  • @frankowens8502
    @frankowens8502 Рік тому

    I think adapters will come first so more choices for charging will be available

  • @dsmurphy7
    @dsmurphy7 Рік тому

    Does anyone know if Tesla required Ford and GM to relocate their charging ports as a part of the deal

  • @Jbiglin
    @Jbiglin Рік тому

    NACS FTW!

  • @keangfamily
    @keangfamily Рік тому

    I really wanted to see Ford,GM,Rivian,Toyota,Subaru,BMW and Mercedes to join Tesla because it’s too crowded at Electrify America CCS stations everywhere now.

  • @pppscooby
    @pppscooby Рік тому

    The plug isn’t the problem, its the charging infrastructure behind it. No technical reason why EA can’t replace their hardware ( which isn’t actually theirs) with reliable tesla chargers, and the ccs adapter can charge ccs only cars.

  • @berttroubleyn3475
    @berttroubleyn3475 Рік тому

    This makes me realise how lucky we are here in Europe: all cars, including Tesla, are CCS 2-compatible and they all can charge at virtually every station.
    But Ionity, the equivalent of Electrify America (with involvement from VW and other manufacturers), is just as unreliable over here, unfortunately. The 50/50 sucess rate seems to apply for Ionity as well.
    Tesla Superchargers on the other hand are very reliable, there are lots more of them, and price per kWh is half of Ionity. Bit of a no-brainer...

  • @jameshoffman552
    @jameshoffman552 Рік тому

    11:41 A unicorn, I mean Lucid.

  • @unclerichard6729
    @unclerichard6729 Рік тому +6

    Since Rivian screwed everyone on building their own charging network, as well as a bunch of other broken promises, switching to NACS is the very least they could do. It is literally the one and only change they could make that could possibly keep them from going under.

  • @DanFrederiksen
    @DanFrederiksen Рік тому

    A 2 sided spade connector would be far more compact than either. It could be so compact that you could hide the port very easily on a car, even seemingly without a door. If they are going to change it's better to get it right. The Tesla US connector is not particularly optimized. It's just the the combo ball sack design is particularly clumsy.

  • @OldGrump2
    @OldGrump2 Рік тому +1

    yes it can and rivian needs to use the tesla charging system

  • @latitudeash
    @latitudeash Рік тому

    Happy birthday cute little girl 🎂🎂🎂

  • @codynieman3729
    @codynieman3729 Рік тому

    These EV companies need to all get on the same page in terms of charging stations. Could you imagine if you could only fill up your car at certain gas stations? It's just stupid to liter the countryside with 20 different brands of super chargers when you could just have one that works for everything.

  • @alexa7877
    @alexa7877 4 місяці тому

    Are Tesla owners getting access to their network like they do to ours?

  • @henrycruz45cal
    @henrycruz45cal Рік тому

    "We're goi g to be awhile because all of oir favorite restaurants are here"
    I guess that means they will eat at all of them???

  • @gregcook7900
    @gregcook7900 4 місяці тому

    Watch the idle fees on the Rivian chargers they are horrendous!

  • @digitalkev06
    @digitalkev06 Рік тому

    Tesla really needs to get their internet like Rivian. Even in the city watching UA-cam can be buffer crazy... plus we're paying but get no actual access to wifi for the kids and passengers.

  • @garyyencich4511
    @garyyencich4511 Рік тому

    CCS is so big and clunky you’d think it was designed to charge a semi but in fact it is less capable and less consumer friendly than NACS. I’d love to see it go away. I expect CCS will be sidelined. When Ford and GM announced the switch to NACS, the stock of GM, Ford & Tesla all went up. The market has spoken and it believes the switch to be positive for everyone. Who am I to argue?

  • @tonyvudoo7405
    @tonyvudoo7405 Рік тому

    One week later Rivian announces it is going to be on Tesla network.

  • @Stack151
    @Stack151 Рік тому

    Rivian needs to switch to NACS and then everyone can enjoy the positive Tesla SC network. Adding the Rivian Adventure Network to NACS would also benefit everyone as well. Adaptors suck and having fried my R1T port because of a Lectron adapter, I'll never go down this road again. We all need one standardized port and NACS is by far the best design regardless of Tesla. Say no to CSS Type 1!

  • @hobbit10791
    @hobbit10791 Рік тому

    It's nice car

  • @itisim
    @itisim Рік тому

    Rivian can team with evgo etc

  • @keliicenturion
    @keliicenturion Рік тому +1

    "You sound like a Karen" 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

  • @sworks7124
    @sworks7124 Рік тому

    Rivian to survive has to switch to Tesla they can save themselves hundreds of millions of dollars building their own charging network and sell more vehicles this way. I am afraid to road travel because of CCS. Rivian can switch gears and manpower to vehicle production and adding Apple Car Play instead of building charging network. I love my R1T but I have not forgotten my MYP. Rivian can add a NACS port on the right front side of the truck it would be perfect.

  • @ronaldfish1569
    @ronaldfish1569 Рік тому

    I would like to see EV manufacturer switchover to TESLA PLUG

  • @johans7119
    @johans7119 Рік тому

    The Rivian is what I wanted the Tesla truck to be... with Tesla charging

  • @beefuzzy310
    @beefuzzy310 Рік тому

    Who is Rivian?

  • @jameshoffman552
    @jameshoffman552 Рік тому +1

    3:40 Ug, Ben “hates Elon” Sullens. Unpleasant surprise. Skip to 4:20.

  • @anthonyc8499
    @anthonyc8499 Рік тому

    People conflate NACS with Superchargers. Tesla has to give permission to car companies to use Superchargers, even if they have a native NACS chargeport.

  • @stevehan8157
    @stevehan8157 Рік тому

    CCS is the Betamax of charging. It’s days are numbered.

  • @foxtrotwolf6081
    @foxtrotwolf6081 Рік тому +4

    If Rivian has its own network, they don't need to change. The others change because they don't want to build their own network. Having their own network eliminates the reliability issues with the independents who have no incentive to keep their chargers up and running. I am surprised that Rivian didn't build pull-through chargers knowing that their vehicles are likely to be towing .

  • @ocalajoe6440
    @ocalajoe6440 Рік тому

    Breaking News! Rivian accepted NACS!!

  • @brentbridenback7004
    @brentbridenback7004 Рік тому

    I loved my Rivian- took delivery in June 2022. I enjoyed 20k miles with plenty of adventure before I sold it to go back to ICE. EA is garbage and it’s unfortunate a great vehicle like the Rivian R1T is reliant on an awful charging infrastructure. Full disclosure- I currently own a Tesla and the Rivian replaced a 2018 model X that I bought new. When Rivian goes NAS I’ll come back.

  • @mrjim1973
    @mrjim1973 Рік тому

    Changing for an hour, no thank you. Gas up!

  • @thefutureisplaid3346
    @thefutureisplaid3346 Рік тому

    NACS incoming

  • @thomasjacques5286
    @thomasjacques5286 Рік тому

    If they want to get to their "Adventure" they better partner with Tesla.