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Rivian Automotive, Inc., is an American electric vehicle manufacturer and automotive technology and outdoor recreation company founded in 2009.


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Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe told The Drive there's a big opportunity for a smaller electric truck — but don't hold out for an R2T anytime soon.

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[–] mercano@lemmy.world 7 points 2 weeks ago (2 children)

Telo is going in that direction if it’s something you’re interested in.

[–] Clasm@ttrpg.network 1 points 2 weeks ago (2 children)

I know they don't need to waste space for an engine compartment, but where's the crumple zone?

[–] mercano@lemmy.world 2 points 2 weeks ago

They claim they’ve done simulations and 14” of crumple material is all you need if you don’t have an engine block in front of you. They’re still in the preproduction stage and haven’t gotten to physical crash tests yet.

[–] mrmisses@lemmy.world 1 points 2 weeks ago

Seriously. It would be the best of both worlds if there was a trunk in front, and it's a small truck. Get rid of the 4 doors/back seats. And put a 3rd seat in the middle - my perfect vehicle

[–] cAUzapNEAGLb@lemmy.world 0 points 2 weeks ago

Im in love with telo, made a reservation a long ways back, im hoping my car will last until my future telo can be delivered

[–] TheDarkestShark@lemmy.world 2 points 2 weeks ago

I mean the Ford Maverick is selling pretty good even though its a hybrid.

[–] acidrobot@lemmy.world 1 points 2 weeks ago

This is exactly where the Slate truck is targeting, got mine reserved already.

[–] IchNichtenLichten@lemmy.wtf 1 points 2 weeks ago

I wonder what the market is for a smaller electric truck with CarPlay?