While I think the Rivian is a great achievement, I hope Rivian is able to reduce what is currently an unreasonable amount of disassembly required to perform minor repairs. Lack of reparability was a large factor in why I ended up cancelling my reservation for an R1T, and I recognize this not exclusive to Rivian.
Cool! Sorry to bother you with this question, but hopefully you can answer it: Most modern cars are 'connected' nowadays, not only EVs. Unfortunately, a lot of car manufacturers are (ab)using this ability to mine a lot of customer data and selling it to third parties (like advertisers and insurance companies). I really hope Rivian is not one of or will not become one of those manufacturers where their cars are basically smartphones on wheels when it comes to the privacy issues. These developments really hold me back in buying a modern car. What is Rivian's point of view regarding this?
@eximiamedia7897, could you please provide some insight into how much, if at all, the design team is working to make repairability easier than it currently is? I would love to buy an R3 someday but this level of teardown for basic repairs is a huge deterrent.
Get rid of the glass roof. So far Ford is the only EV truck that has a solid roof. I love the size of the Rivian, but don't want a glass top living in a desert.
I mean that was his son seeing him grew so big made me emotional, time goes so fast from electric hummer when first his son came along. Time goes by so quick
I love my Rivian. It’s clearly an engineering run company, not an ego run place. You can feel the passion that has gone into the details from the minute you drive one…
"Engineering run company" Making it so you have to take the entire front apart just to replace the windshield AND take the entire bed apart just to replace the cover is moronic af. Idk how you can see that and go "OMG GREAT ENGINEERING HERE!".
@@zxZethxzhahaha… an engineering run company that can’t design the complexity out of their trucks losing $38k per truck! They have a 18 month run rate before running out of cash again. They are 15 years old and still not profitable, which is insane.considering Tesla was profitable year 9 with their model S. Keep in mind, it was the model 3 that nearly bankrupted Tesla. RIVIAN wants to build a more economical car when they are still losing $38k on every truck they sell. Yikes! 😳
When I haul mulch, sand, and/or dirt in my truck, I line the bed with a blue 10x12 tarp. It keeps the bed fairly clean and makes it easier to get all the cargo out. When it's almost empty, I can fold the tarp in on itself and drag the last of the cargo out.
I just hit 30k Miles in 14 months! Truck is amazing and also no regrets. I use mine as a work truck and go to job sites 3 days a week. So glad to have someone with influence have the same experience to share.
Love seeing the little details of how parts have iterated in their design as the Rivians get more and more miles on them. The tonneau cover detail, for example, was super cool. Seeing how manufacturers adapt over time is way more interesting to me than spec sheets or quarter mile speeds. Thanks for doing this review! Can't wait for my R2!
Love your video. Honestly some of your videos helped us keep our Rivian preorders. Now 2 years 27,000 miles for r1T and 1 year 13,000 miles on our R1s and we love them. I use mine as a work truck too. Hauling, towing, running power tools for my A1 Concrete Leveling franchise. It has been a great truck. Loved your video about the battery recycling plant too. Keep them coming. Great job.
I'm at 32k and loving every mile. One windshield chip repair and a year later one crack and a windshield replacement. I didn't get to watch the windshield being replaced like you did so that was very interesting to me. Original tonneau but its still working (knock, knock). Thanks and keep the videos coming.
5000 miles into my quad R1S! Great vehicle. 100% recommend. Side note, so glad I got a 2024 quad R1S. It’s basically impossible to get a quad motor now and when the 2025 quad comes out it’s gonna be way more expensive.
As an auto technician, it's nice to see how these are put together, but I also feel for the guys having their work watched by the customer and showed to millions online 😂
@@P_RO_ The tyre fitter did * ahem, cough, cough * _weird_ stuff, as if he was either extremely distracted or didn't know much about tyre fitting at all 🙄
I'm considering getting rid of my Model Y Performance and replacing it with a 2023 Rivian R1T or R1S, so it's comforting to know that as someone who doesn't baby their cars or tech, you've had a good experience. Thanks for everything.
My neighbor has both a Model 3 and a R1S. I have a Model S. If I had to pick one vehicle that does it all, a Rivian would be it. It’s well designed, kind of a Tardis on the inside space (bigger on the inside), efficient, and easy to live with. Neighbor’s only complaint about it is that it’s a large heavy vehicle so one wants to avoid the need to stop quickly. (Lot of momentum)
The newer version is going to have some nice updates. They're simplifying some of the more difficult to repair things as well as just getting rid of some notorious things that were just causing too many issues. The drive units are more robust and more powerful than the originals as well as a lot more configuration options.
honestly refreshing to hear you comment about the registration fees in such a level-headed way. Too often people see fees and they don't see how they are vital to our society working properly.
I'm okay with paying my fair share. But here in Texas the fees they've hit us with are ridiculous. I have to pay an extra $200 a year above and beyond the regular registration. In order to have paid a similar amount of gas tax, I'd have to be driving a huge truck every day and putting tons of miles on it. My car sits in the garage on most days, and so it's really not a fair system.
@@The8BitGuy Would be nice if they tax retroactively charged a prorated amount based on your mileage, but not sure it's worth the logistical hurdle of gathering mileage information from everyone. Maybe tax your insurance company since they gather that information anyways. Not sure how else it can be done.
What a bunch of bs. The heavy trucking industry does all the damage to roads and I'm forced to subsidize it? Base the fees off the weight of the vehicle, not the price, motor, or age.
I have to praise Rivian for their commitment to service, continuing improvement, customer service. and overall quality. I've driven Rivians, Teslas, Mach-Es, and even the Cybertruck. If i could afford a new vehicle, Rivian would be my first choice.
I'm about to close my browser when he said "I see you around", but I saw your comment I decide not to leave, and yes that's last seconds is Gold Moment...hahahaha
I was actually so much expecting that it will happen, that I started laughing before it even crashed and absolutely lost it when it crashed eventually Classic Zach
I’ve had my R1T for 2 years and 27k miles, and I have also had an incredible experience, no major issues at all, and a ton of fun. My tires lasted a bit longer since they’re 21s, I got about 25k miles out of them before I had to replace them.
Pretty sure the heated area at the bottom of the windshield is do "defrost" the wipers, so that they dont freeze to the windshield during icy conditions, or to release them after an ice storm
My 1998 camry was quoted at over $1400 from toyota and safelite if I wanted OEM. Obviously, I got non OEM for ~350. From the dealer and OEM is always dumb expensive.
Thanks for mentioning the additional registration fee for electric vehicles. I feel it cuts into the cost savings of owning an electric car, and it's not even one time, it's a constant yearly fee. I saw a lady at the DMV freaking out trying to register her EV not realizing the additional costs.
Shocked me to hear of it. In the UK e-vehicles have an exemption from our version of that. Here it's commonly called Road Tax, although that was replaced a few years ago with Vehicle Emissions Tax, and it's now just Vehicle Tax. Contrary to popular belief it doesn't actually go specifically to road maintenance, so not paying it doesn't mean you aren't contributing to road upkeep. Disabled drivers and vehicles used to transport disabled passengers are also exempt.
@@AxGaragewell the additional weight of these vehicles degrades the roads much faster. I think it’s fair that they have to pay more taxes for that, and in European countries they are forcing a change in propulsion just like they did 20 years ago with Diesel which now is beeing prohibited everywhere even though just a few years ago it was the future, and a lot of tax money went towards financing all the bonuses just like now with EV’s. Imo taxes on cars should me made based on weight, more horsepower or worse emission rating is not damaging the road, which is what a tax on cars “should be for”, so the heavier the vehicle the higher the taxes would be very fair.
@@yannicg I agree with you. The weight is what should be considered, and truthfully I'm not sure if they do base it off that, they might be already. A 9000lb Hummer EV should pay more in wheel tax than a ~4000lb Nissan leaf.
Subaru Outback is $128 for two years in Oregon, EV is about $550! The state isn't leaving any money on the table for you after charging. Rapidly depreciating new EV, expensive repairs, expensive registration, just not worth it for someone like me who only drives 10,000 miles a year and has many good vehicles already.
No judgement but speaking as someone who, as a child, had three truckers holding his head and keeping him from blinking while they brought him to the eye washing station in the shop. You should always wear eye protection under a vehicle, personal opinion goggles.
I second this, eye protection is super critical for anything involving outside moving objects. Only takes once then boom you’re blind in one eye. Was in a car accident a while ago and a piece of flying glass cut up the corner/side of the frame, I almost always wear rated sunglasses now. Edit he did wear them for the second part so that’s good
That dirt collecting is now the new norm, time to add it to the every 5-10k miles task, if you want the best fuel efficiency, you gotta take the dirt collecting
This was a cool video and coo that Rivian let you film repairs you had done to yours. It was also neat to see part of your truck most people probably wouldn't get to see.
Every aspect of this video makes me want a R1T that much more. All besides the windshield repair would be intriguing to see how much insurance would've charged had he made a claim. My f150 windshield was $200 to replace whike using my insurance to have it done & my rate did not change. Also love how realistic he is about the minimal if at all gas savings. As always appreciate the entertainment.
When people say simpler is better, this is what they mean. That is insane to have to take that much of the truck apart to replace the tonneau cover, lol. 2018 Tundra Crewmax with a BAK X4TS tonneau with an Elevate Rack. Love it. I can take the whole Tonneau and rack off in less 10 minutes or less.
I'm assuming you could take it anywhere for new tires and a rotation, but replacing the windshield was a bit of an eye opener. I've grown so used to a dude in a truck being able to come to the house or office and replace a windshield easily. The amount of disassembly required just to replace the glass is crazy.
So you trade oil changes for tire rotations. So in my town/state, EVs are really not worth it, ends up costing me more (.32 per kWh electricity at home). Never mind that EV's are way more expensive than normal ICE cars/trucks. I really appreciate these videos, helps me decided my next ride.
I agree. Loved the video, but it shows me it is not for normal people with average budget if you are really thinking of save money and use the truck for work. There are really good proved cheaper options. I do like EVs, would love to have one someday, but currently it’s still a luxury. Spending that much time on the mechanic is a no no for me.
I’m gonna be pedantic That Guy and say at 6:50 that’s the >front< drive unit. Glad you’ve had a great experience with it! Cheers to the next 20k miles 🍻
Congrats Jerry on being ok to paying your share for road repair. Top guy, honest review. And Rivian was a new company first to market with a pickup , still a great product. Version 2 easier to repair the battery, congrats Rivian 😊
I'm glad there is someone like you putting these truck to the test. Especially with the cost of repair! Wow. Hopefully it can get more affordable, more reliable, and stay/be(?) non-intrusive on personal privacy.
I absolutely love my R1T! Great drive, amazing top notch customer service that is surprisingly great even with weird little things. It has truly been a dream
When doing partial teardowns of of my vehicles I like to take the opportunity to clean whatever I expose, but that might just be a habit from when I lived in a much saltier region.
EVs have higher registration cost not only because of gas tax getting skipped but because per vehicle in class EVs are HEAVY and heavy vehicles tear up the road more.
Well finally, a Rivian review after some time and with it being used as a truck 👍 To me, this truck looks better in person than in photos or vids; can't explain why. My only 'beef' is the short bed which doesn't suit my needs. It sure makes the Cybertruck look silly 🤣
Windshields have come a long way. I had two guys and a trunk replace my GT86's windshield and it took them like an hour. Changing the windshield on this truck is crazy.
Seeing all these parts just for 1 replacement part shows rivan has a long way to go. Bigger companies when through this, its just part and puzzle of a vehicle manufacturer. They will definitely improve their design moving forward.
wow, the price of the new glass makes me happy to live in Germany. if the glass can be repaired it is free of charge. if it has to be exchanged I pay 75€ as a quote that's it No matter how expensive the replacement is. That is part of car insurance I would never drive a day with a broken window.
Dang the repairs are brutal processes. $1800 for front windshield replacement is crazy expensive and complicated. Hopefully they can make it a lot less complicated in the future
Glad to see someone actually use their truck as a truck. Some of the design is over complicated. Now the price just needs to be affordable for the masses
So happy to see one of my favorite creators working with one of my favorite brands. I bought my first Anker product like 5 years ago, and when it needed replaced the first time (due to general wear/travel) it was super easy to contact them and receive a replacement fast! Reading this comment back to myself, it may sound like a bot or sponsored comment lol; I honestly just love their stuff!
Electric vehicles are simple, but the design of the body is mindlessly complex. After seeing that you must disassemble the entire bed for a tonneau cover and the frunk for the wind shield give me chills about the expiry of the 8 year warranty. It is interesting to see how is is all assembled.
Good luck to you, i live in Australia, i have been waiting for 3 years to buy a Rivian R1S, but in Australia we're forgotten from every one, i even send email to Rivian, but nothing happened. Just my time is running out. Good luck and enjoy your Rivian.
A cracked windshield is NOT a cosmetic defect. It is designed to protect you from collision with larger objects as well and that crack compromises this ability. In most European countries (I am actually trying to think where this is NOT the case) a cracked windshield fails your technical inspection, which is yearly.
Fails to an extent, you get a mark depending on the level of crack. But you are right generally. US has generally looser car safety laws than a lot of EU countries.
@@MartinzW And in California, there are no vehicle safety inspections. Its quite ironic as California is the most over regulated and taxed state in the US, but CA govt. doesn't care about how safe your car is. Your car can be in unsafe condition to drive and no one cares, but god forbid it doesn't pass smog test (emissions testing).
11K miles in two years? I’m retired and drive 15K miles a year just going out to lunch, going to church, and various other activities. I guess miles in Utah are longer than in Minnesota.😅. Glad your R1T is working well for you. Unfortunately, it is still too expensive for the average person. Very interesting video on how to replace tires, tonneau cover and the windshield. Lots of complexity and some ingenious engineering.
Looks like a nice truck that's poorly designed from a repair standpoint. The fact that the windshield cracked so easily and the amount of labor required to replace it is ridiculous. The dirt and other stuff collecting under the bed is bad too.
Solid over-time review. Was thinking I'd have to keep in mind this is a "very early generation" R1T review with all of the early adopter problems and those issues and the evolution of design was addressed. Nice work.
Seems like a LOT of WORK, compared to my first FIVE years owning a Honda CR-V: Annual oil changes + 1 or 2 wiper refills. I'm glad your "enjoying" your Rivian!
I'm seriously considering a Rivian R1T as my next vehicle. I've been driving my Tesla M3P for almost 2 years and 42K miles now and absolutely LOVE it! My wife is almost ready to upgrade from her Hyundai Veloster Turbo since we have another grandbaby on the way, so she can take over the Tesla, and I will replace my '07 Chevy Avalanche that I haven't driven in 4 months with a Rivian as my new daily. Once I sell the 4 ICE vehicles we currently own, we'll be all electric. I also have a decent size solar system and can also charge for no charge at work. This will be the natural next step!
Huge props to Rivian for allowing you to bring and record with a camera
He was even helping them fix it lol
i mean for them hes a HUGE brand ambassador. hes doing some heavy duty advertising for them. theyre not allowing him to, theyre hoping he does
Free advertising
You do realize Rivian is on the brink of closing??!!
@@northernprepper1264
Don’t worry too much! 😉
As an Rivian engineer, this review made me smile. Glad you have loved your truck so far, the best is yet to come.
While I think the Rivian is a great achievement, I hope Rivian is able to reduce what is currently an unreasonable amount of disassembly required to perform minor repairs. Lack of reparability was a large factor in why I ended up cancelling my reservation for an R1T, and I recognize this not exclusive to Rivian.
Amazing work, keep it up!
Cool! Sorry to bother you with this question, but hopefully you can answer it: Most modern cars are 'connected' nowadays, not only EVs. Unfortunately, a lot of car manufacturers are (ab)using this ability to mine a lot of customer data and selling it to third parties (like advertisers and insurance companies). I really hope Rivian is not one of or will not become one of those manufacturers where their cars are basically smartphones on wheels when it comes to the privacy issues. These developments really hold me back in buying a modern car. What is Rivian's point of view regarding this?
@eximiamedia7897, could you please provide some insight into how much, if at all, the design team is working to make repairability easier than it currently is? I would love to buy an R3 someday but this level of teardown for basic repairs is a huge deterrent.
Get rid of the glass roof. So far Ford is the only EV truck that has a solid roof. I love the size of the Rivian, but don't want a glass top living in a desert.
I mean that was his son seeing him grew so big made me emotional, time goes so fast from electric hummer when first his son came along. Time goes by so quick
I can't believe how big he is, and talking so well 😮 my boy was born within days of him so I'm in no way jealous 😅
@@Connor-s1k agent 47s son is probably genetically improved so dont he jealous
it has NOT been that long
I love my Rivian. It’s clearly an engineering run company, not an ego run place. You can feel the passion that has gone into the details from the minute you drive one…
Elon felt that. 😢
"Engineering run company" Making it so you have to take the entire front apart just to replace the windshield AND take the entire bed apart just to replace the cover is moronic af. Idk how you can see that and go "OMG GREAT ENGINEERING HERE!".
@@zxZethxzright! I was like did the OP even watch the video 😂
@@zxZethxzhahaha… an engineering run company that can’t design the complexity out of their trucks losing $38k per truck! They have a 18 month run rate before running out of cash again. They are 15 years old and still not profitable, which is insane.considering Tesla was profitable year 9 with their model S.
Keep in mind, it was the model 3 that nearly bankrupted Tesla. RIVIAN wants to build a more economical car when they are still losing $38k on every truck they sell. Yikes! 😳
1700$ bucks tire ?
When I haul mulch, sand, and/or dirt in my truck, I line the bed with a blue 10x12 tarp. It keeps the bed fairly clean and makes it easier to get all the cargo out. When it's almost empty, I can fold the tarp in on itself and drag the last of the cargo out.
I should do this
@@JerryRigEverything I do it with the inside of my minivan too, saves me from hours of vacuuming
@@JerryRigEverything Get reused billboard tarps, they are way stronger than the cheepy blue or grey tarps from HomeDepot.
Bed liners rust the bed.
@@tomcurran8470 With a tarp you fold it and put it away when you are not using it.
I just hit 30k Miles in 14 months! Truck is amazing and also no regrets. I use mine as a work truck and go to job sites 3 days a week. So glad to have someone with influence have the same experience to share.
"I was raised in a Rivian gear tunnel." 2042 Yearbook quote.
🤣
Harry Potter of our times
.
"I was born in a Rivian gear tunnel"
at least better than "being conceived in a Rivian gear tunnel" I suppose
I really like your narrative and the positive views even when talking about the cons or mishaps with your truck! I'm glad that you have enjoyed it!😁
Dam is already been 2 years since you own that truck time-flys goes fast
I agree!
@@JerryRigEverythingcrazy how it seems u started ur bunker yesterday but its been over 7 months
@@avreveits been 7 months? 😮
@@carbeastsm ikr
Love seeing the little details of how parts have iterated in their design as the Rivians get more and more miles on them. The tonneau cover detail, for example, was super cool. Seeing how manufacturers adapt over time is way more interesting to me than spec sheets or quarter mile speeds. Thanks for doing this review! Can't wait for my R2!
That kid's interaction is so good Kids are so smart and their questions are genuine curiosity ❤
Love your video. Honestly some of your videos helped us keep our Rivian preorders. Now 2 years 27,000 miles for r1T and 1 year 13,000 miles on our R1s and we love them. I use mine as a work truck too. Hauling, towing, running power tools for my A1 Concrete Leveling franchise. It has been a great truck. Loved your video about the battery recycling plant too. Keep them coming. Great job.
I'm at 32k and loving every mile. One windshield chip repair and a year later one crack and a windshield replacement. I didn't get to watch the windshield being replaced like you did so that was very interesting to me. Original tonneau but its still working (knock, knock). Thanks and keep the videos coming.
5000 miles into my quad R1S! Great vehicle. 100% recommend.
Side note, so glad I got a 2024 quad R1S. It’s basically impossible to get a quad motor now and when the 2025 quad comes out it’s gonna be way more expensive.
As an auto technician, it's nice to see how these are put together, but I also feel for the guys having their work watched by the customer and showed to millions online 😂
Those guys were real pros and it showed.
@@P_RO_ The tyre fitter did * ahem, cough, cough * _weird_ stuff, as if he was either extremely distracted or didn't know much about tyre fitting at all 🙄
You repaired a lot of Rivians ?
@@lucasrem Not sure who you're commenting to, but no, I've never touched a Rivian.
I’ve had a Launch Edition R1S for one year and 25k miles, no issues, car is fantastic.
I'm considering getting rid of my Model Y Performance and replacing it with a 2023 Rivian R1T or R1S, so it's comforting to know that as someone who doesn't baby their cars or tech, you've had a good experience. Thanks for everything.
My neighbor has both a Model 3 and a R1S. I have a Model S. If I had to pick one vehicle that does it all, a Rivian would be it. It’s well designed, kind of a Tardis on the inside space (bigger on the inside), efficient, and easy to live with. Neighbor’s only complaint about it is that it’s a large heavy vehicle so one wants to avoid the need to stop quickly. (Lot of momentum)
The newer version is going to have some nice updates. They're simplifying some of the more difficult to repair things as well as just getting rid of some notorious things that were just causing too many issues. The drive units are more robust and more powerful than the originals as well as a lot more configuration options.
I have a model 3 (24), and Rivians are cool. No hate here. But Tesla FSD is just too good.
I don't think I've ever been that fascinated by tires being changed. Something rather satisfying about it.
I remember the time when junior zack was born and now he is approaching his father and asking him question,
It really made me emotional
That Rivian service call was worth the cost. Between the Rivian and the Tesla I would definitely get the Rivian!
honestly refreshing to hear you comment about the registration fees in such a level-headed way. Too often people see fees and they don't see how they are vital to our society working properly.
I'm okay with paying my fair share. But here in Texas the fees they've hit us with are ridiculous. I have to pay an extra $200 a year above and beyond the regular registration. In order to have paid a similar amount of gas tax, I'd have to be driving a huge truck every day and putting tons of miles on it. My car sits in the garage on most days, and so it's really not a fair system.
@@The8BitGuy Would be nice if they tax retroactively charged a prorated amount based on your mileage, but not sure it's worth the logistical hurdle of gathering mileage information from everyone. Maybe tax your insurance company since they gather that information anyways. Not sure how else it can be done.
@@The8BitGuy Small government at work :)
What a bunch of bs. The heavy trucking industry does all the damage to roads and I'm forced to subsidize it? Base the fees off the weight of the vehicle, not the price, motor, or age.
Tax is theft
I have to praise Rivian for their commitment to service, continuing improvement, customer service. and overall quality. I've driven Rivians, Teslas, Mach-Es, and even the Cybertruck. If i could afford a new vehicle, Rivian would be my first choice.
Stay to the end. The last five seconds are classic Zach.
RIP drone
Who's driving
I'm about to close my browser when he said "I see you around", but I saw your comment I decide not to leave, and yes that's last seconds is Gold Moment...hahahaha
I was actually so much expecting that it will happen, that I started laughing before it even crashed and absolutely lost it when it crashed eventually
Classic Zach
Great way to have an iFixit-level breakdown of the truck without screwing the warranty!
I’ve had my R1T for 2 years and 27k miles, and I have also had an incredible experience, no major issues at all, and a ton of fun.
My tires lasted a bit longer since they’re 21s, I got about 25k miles out of them before I had to replace them.
Pretty sure the heated area at the bottom of the windshield is do "defrost" the wipers, so that they dont freeze to the windshield during icy conditions, or to release them after an ice storm
Yeah, I just recently learned that. Instead of directly heating the wipers the glass underneath is heated.
That $1800 windshield is crazy.
Must be a German on the glass engineering team.
It’s the same for most modern cars. All the electronics and required calibrations greatly increase the time and labor required.
I’ve had to replace the windshield in my 2019 civic twice now and it’s been around $1700 each time so you’re paying out the ass from economy to luxury
Just having rain sensor in windshield makes price go up like crazy. In this case it includes even more.
My 1998 camry was quoted at over $1400 from toyota and safelite if I wanted OEM. Obviously, I got non OEM for ~350. From the dealer and OEM is always dumb expensive.
Thanks for the extensive review and behind-the-scenes repairs, maintenance items. You and your video were created with excellence. Great job.
Thanks for mentioning the additional registration fee for electric vehicles. I feel it cuts into the cost savings of owning an electric car, and it's not even one time, it's a constant yearly fee. I saw a lady at the DMV freaking out trying to register her EV not realizing the additional costs.
Shocked me to hear of it. In the UK e-vehicles have an exemption from our version of that. Here it's commonly called Road Tax, although that was replaced a few years ago with Vehicle Emissions Tax, and it's now just Vehicle Tax. Contrary to popular belief it doesn't actually go specifically to road maintenance, so not paying it doesn't mean you aren't contributing to road upkeep.
Disabled drivers and vehicles used to transport disabled passengers are also exempt.
@@hadorstapa sounds like the UK is doing it right.
@@AxGaragewell the additional weight of these vehicles degrades the roads much faster. I think it’s fair that they have to pay more taxes for that, and in European countries they are forcing a change in propulsion just like they did 20 years ago with Diesel which now is beeing prohibited everywhere even though just a few years ago it was the future, and a lot of tax money went towards financing all the bonuses just like now with EV’s. Imo taxes on cars should me made based on weight, more horsepower or worse emission rating is not damaging the road, which is what a tax on cars “should be for”, so the heavier the vehicle the higher the taxes would be very fair.
@@yannicg I agree with you. The weight is what should be considered, and truthfully I'm not sure if they do base it off that, they might be already. A 9000lb Hummer EV should pay more in wheel tax than a ~4000lb Nissan leaf.
Subaru Outback is $128 for two years in Oregon, EV is about $550! The state isn't leaving any money on the table for you after charging. Rapidly depreciating new EV, expensive repairs, expensive registration, just not worth it for someone like me who only drives 10,000 miles a year and has many good vehicles already.
That truck is looking more and more appealing by the day. The R1S looks pretty nice as well.
I love how you blur your license plate, but have that massive billboard on the side of the truck for your dope wheelchairs..
"You and me both want to know the answer to that." 11:26. Classic stuff, Jerry. Love it!
The father and son moment was awesome!!!
Life long question about dirt. 😎😎
I'm proud to say I built your truck Zach.
No judgement but speaking as someone who, as a child, had three truckers holding his head and keeping him from blinking while they brought him to the eye washing station in the shop. You should always wear eye protection under a vehicle, personal opinion goggles.
I second this, eye protection is super critical for anything involving outside moving objects.
Only takes once then boom you’re blind in one eye.
Was in a car accident a while ago and a piece of flying glass cut up the corner/side of the frame, I almost always wear rated sunglasses now.
Edit he did wear them for the second part so that’s good
Anesthesiologist here. Can confirm that ruptured globes from eye trauma are not uncommon and are always in the setting of no eye protection
I absolutely love Anker power supplies and battery packs, I have an Anker power bank that's 9 years old and still going,
That dirt collecting is now the new norm, time to add it to the every 5-10k miles task, if you want the best fuel efficiency, you gotta take the dirt collecting
My favorite was the windshield replacement. That was cool!!
This was a cool video and coo that Rivian let you film repairs you had done to yours. It was also neat to see part of your truck most people probably wouldn't get to see.
Thanks for your honest review. I'll just continue with my manual wind up windows, analog guages and non-chipped ignition key for now, suits me fine.
Every aspect of this video makes me want a R1T that much more. All besides the windshield repair would be intriguing to see how much insurance would've charged had he made a claim. My f150 windshield was $200 to replace whike using my insurance to have it done & my rate did not change. Also love how realistic he is about the minimal if at all gas savings. As always appreciate the entertainment.
I love when you do the service at the service center for educational purposes. Lovin it
Crazy how many cables and electronic components are packed behind literally every panel. Modern vehicles blow my mind.
And sometimes they blow the battery pack
When people say simpler is better, this is what they mean. That is insane to have to take that much of the truck apart to replace the tonneau cover, lol.
2018 Tundra Crewmax with a BAK X4TS tonneau with an Elevate Rack. Love it. I can take the whole Tonneau and rack off in less 10 minutes or less.
I'm assuming you could take it anywhere for new tires and a rotation, but replacing the windshield was a bit of an eye opener. I've grown so used to a dude in a truck being able to come to the house or office and replace a windshield easily. The amount of disassembly required just to replace the glass is crazy.
The disassembly to change the bed was insane. I would never buy something with that many control modules and wires absolutely everywhere
Thank you for your insight on Rivian ownership. I do appreciate your acknowledgement of paying a fee to help keep up the roads!
So you trade oil changes for tire rotations. So in my town/state, EVs are really not worth it, ends up costing me more (.32 per kWh electricity at home). Never mind that EV's are way more expensive than normal ICE cars/trucks. I really appreciate these videos, helps me decided my next ride.
I agree. Loved the video, but it shows me it is not for normal people with average budget if you are really thinking of save money and use the truck for work. There are really good proved cheaper options.
I do like EVs, would love to have one someday, but currently it’s still a luxury.
Spending that much time on the mechanic is a no no for me.
The audio tracks in different languages sounded awesome. I wish that more channels do this.
11:20 last time I saw him in a video he was just born, now he can walk and talk??
Time for a durability test? :D
I’m gonna be pedantic That Guy and say at 6:50 that’s the >front< drive unit.
Glad you’ve had a great experience with it! Cheers to the next 20k miles 🍻
Shout out to Jerry for posting channel level videos for subscribers
Let's gooooooo! Thank you for your support!
Its funny zack did not read it as sarcasm
Right? I was so surprised it has been 2 years already.
Sure this is not a pickup, but my X5m50d has been a faithful companion for the past 3 years, best car ever...
Thanks for the review. I'm glad to see the truck is holding up well. They should only get better with future improvements.
hi @the8bitguy! you are great!
Congrats Jerry on being ok to paying your share for road repair. Top guy, honest review. And Rivian was a new company first to market with a pickup , still a great product. Version 2 easier to repair the battery, congrats Rivian 😊
Jerry junior asking the right questions 💯💯
Been following your channel for a long time - when you were just destroying cell phones. Glad you are enjoying your Rivian as much as I am.
that's some serious offroading you done with the truck, the electronics are smothered in mud
I'm glad there is someone like you putting these truck to the test. Especially with the cost of repair! Wow. Hopefully it can get more affordable, more reliable, and stay/be(?) non-intrusive on personal privacy.
"I guess if we need three there's always the gear tunnel."
Ah yes the gear tunnel fits so many kids.
The children yearn for the mines
Great video. It does remind us that even though electric doesn't require the same maintenance there is still going to be lots of work for mechanics.
I’ve liked the rivian since I saw Ewan McGregor use the pre production rivian on his adventure in the Long way up !!
I absolutely love my R1T! Great drive, amazing top notch customer service that is surprisingly great even with weird little things. It has truly been a dream
When doing partial teardowns of of my vehicles I like to take the opportunity to clean whatever I expose, but that might just be a habit from when I lived in a much saltier region.
Very satisfying vid … always fun to take apart a car and see the mechanics and design when it’s not ur car to put back together
EVs have higher registration cost not only because of gas tax getting skipped but because per vehicle in class EVs are HEAVY and heavy vehicles tear up the road more.
Well finally, a Rivian review after some time and with it being used as a truck 👍 To me, this truck looks better in person than in photos or vids; can't explain why. My only 'beef' is the short bed which doesn't suit my needs. It sure makes the Cybertruck look silly 🤣
Thank you for the video and after 10k miles on my dual motor performance, I came to the same conclusion as you. I love my R1T!
Windshields have come a long way. I had two guys and a trunk replace my GT86's windshield and it took them like an hour. Changing the windshield on this truck is crazy.
Seeing all these parts just for 1 replacement part shows rivan has a long way to go. Bigger companies when through this, its just part and puzzle of a vehicle manufacturer. They will definitely improve their design moving forward.
Yeah the amount of crap underneath everything was insane
Don't like the truck, but Rivian is smart having you do this video.
Hey I helped work on those service vans! I worked on the movable Jack mount arm in the back.
Makes sense now how my tailgate latches needed repairing after my PTC replacement. Thanks for the insight on that process.
Welp...that's all I needed to hear. No cyber truck for me boys. Used R1t I'm coming for ya
Good call
termainej
You have skills, repair it yourself !
Incredibly informative vid. Was interesting to see how they put it all together.
wow, the price of the new glass makes me happy to live in Germany. if the glass can be repaired it is free of charge. if it has to be exchanged I pay 75€ as a quote that's it No matter how expensive the replacement is. That is part of car insurance
I would never drive a day with a broken window.
EV sales in Germany are down 30% from last year, probably wouldn't own this either.
I have a 96 bmw and constantly get hit by rocks but I’ve never once had one even chip the glass
Dang the repairs are brutal processes. $1800 for front windshield replacement is crazy expensive and complicated. Hopefully they can make it a lot less complicated in the future
0:50 Those service van lights would make the Rivian look much better, instead of those Pez candy looking ones.
Glad to see someone actually use their truck as a truck. Some of the design is over complicated. Now the price just needs to be affordable for the masses
He has finally changed the note 10+😮
So happy to see one of my favorite creators working with one of my favorite brands. I bought my first Anker product like 5 years ago, and when it needed replaced the first time (due to general wear/travel) it was super easy to contact them and receive a replacement fast! Reading this comment back to myself, it may sound like a bot or sponsored comment lol; I honestly just love their stuff!
I used to like Anker products... until one of their USB-C chargers failed and started putting out over 30VC, destroying my laptop.
20 miles a gallon while hauling, towing, and driving off road seems really optimistic to me.
Seeing the interior of a truck, which was built ev and then comparing it to the Hummer EV, that Jerry rigged is something really interesting.
Electric vehicles are simple, but the design of the body is mindlessly complex. After seeing that you must disassemble the entire bed for a tonneau cover and the frunk for the wind shield give me chills about the expiry of the 8 year warranty. It is interesting to see how is is all assembled.
Rivian is an impressive company . I'm not a truck guy so I am waiting for the future Rivian's
AMAZING videos as usual
Good luck to you, i live in Australia, i have been waiting for 3 years to buy a Rivian R1S, but in Australia we're forgotten from every one, i even send email to Rivian, but nothing happened.
Just my time is running out.
Good luck and enjoy your Rivian.
A cracked windshield is NOT a cosmetic defect. It is designed to protect you from collision with larger objects as well and that crack compromises this ability. In most European countries (I am actually trying to think where this is NOT the case) a cracked windshield fails your technical inspection, which is yearly.
Fails to an extent, you get a mark depending on the level of crack. But you are right generally. US has generally looser car safety laws than a lot of EU countries.
@@MartinzW And in California, there are no vehicle safety inspections. Its quite ironic as California is the most over regulated and taxed state in the US, but CA govt. doesn't care about how safe your car is. Your car can be in unsafe condition to drive and no one cares, but god forbid it doesn't pass smog test (emissions testing).
11K miles in two years? I’m retired and drive 15K miles a year just going out to lunch, going to church, and various other activities. I guess miles in Utah are longer than in Minnesota.😅. Glad your R1T is working well for you. Unfortunately, it is still too expensive for the average person. Very interesting video on how to replace tires, tonneau cover and the windshield. Lots of complexity and some ingenious engineering.
That Tintic tunnel is awesome. If you ever want a shockingly excellent meal, hit up Cast Iron Bistro in Eureka!
Love it,you knew buying it there would be teething problems of the first gen and you would be doing this someday.
Looks like a nice truck that's poorly designed from a repair standpoint. The fact that the windshield cracked so easily and the amount of labor required to replace it is ridiculous. The dirt and other stuff collecting under the bed is bad too.
Solid over-time review. Was thinking I'd have to keep in mind this is a "very early generation" R1T review with all of the early adopter problems and those issues and the evolution of design was addressed. Nice work.
Didn't relaize how much time had actually passed until I heard your son talk lol
Cool that Rivian allowed you to film them fixing your truck, good to have transparency with all this, no secrets to hide
Thanks!
Thank you!!
Just a note that windshields are almost always structural and a cracked windshield is not just cosmetic.
Seems like a LOT of WORK, compared to my first FIVE years owning a Honda CR-V: Annual oil changes + 1 or 2 wiper refills. I'm glad your "enjoying" your Rivian!
WTF Nope that seems like the same amount work. Much of that was DAMAGE not maintenance. You did not smash your windscreen.
I'm seriously considering a Rivian R1T as my next vehicle. I've been driving my Tesla M3P for almost 2 years and 42K miles now and absolutely LOVE it! My wife is almost ready to upgrade from her Hyundai Veloster Turbo since we have another grandbaby on the way, so she can take over the Tesla, and I will replace my '07 Chevy Avalanche that I haven't driven in 4 months with a Rivian as my new daily. Once I sell the 4 ICE vehicles we currently own, we'll be all electric. I also have a decent size solar system and can also charge for no charge at work. This will be the natural next step!
Hello! I'm oo Cyber Cats Studios 😅
This might be the most realistic and unbiased review of a electric vehicle I have seen. Good job JerryRig