I absolutely cannot believe it seems quieter than the Y. That's crazy! Can't wait for those stunning Wyoming scenery shots :) Get you an mp3 shutter sound and do an Option F (FCPX) to get a FreezeFrame of the stunning scenery along the way 👍👍👍👍👍👍
I agree about the Model Y not being a particularly quiet vehicle at highway speeds. I rented a Model Y for a week and found it quiet around town, but somewhat noisy at 70mph.
Teslas are known for noisy and rough rides. Their goal has been to make them high performance and with superior technology (until they started removing sensors which makes them inferior in that respect, as $20K have them now) and build them quickly and at the least cost possible. I'm waiting to see how the Highland and Juniper turn out. I'm hearing they're improving the ride quality and sound proofing, and finally adding a console in front of the driver.
Great video Dave - thx! EA, EVgo and all the others finally needs to get their act together! I almost hate Tesla because of its fanboys who feel so superior to the rest of the EV world (and I also don’t like the look and build of their cars and even much less the guy at the helm) but I have to admit their Charging Network is light years ahead of all the others - and roadtrip charging experience will be the make or break for mass EV adoption imo.
When buying an EV the charging network is just as important as the vehicle features. A serious EV drive will choose the best network to suit their needs. Glad some legacy auto companies are coming to realize they can and should have partnered with Tesla long ago
EA needs a complete re-do of 90% of their charging stations...sad. Still, slow 'n steady when non-tesla wins the race and stress factor. Hang in there, Dave.
What is the outside temperature? I would think it is warm enough you wouldn't need battery preconditioning. Great Video! I love that you added the black material on your dash to prevent the glare of the dash!
I understand the power numbers when you say arrival percentage and so on. What I don't understand is when you say we used so and so power average this trip and got such and such overall. I hope you explain that part and what would be good numbers compared to what would be not so good numbers.
@EV Dave is it on auto or manual? You can change the default by pressing any of the heights and next time it'll remember it. BTW, it's fun to see your trips 😀
My recollection is that Rivian Highway Assist does not work on all sections of the Interstate. Perhaps that is why you got the warning to take over? After you get back from Wyoming, really interested in your opinion on Rivian vs Lightning, and why you would choose one over the other. Not going to buy either, just interested. BTW, driving my usual route through town today using AP on my 22 MYLR (I am like your friend Greg(?), I use AP all the time), I got a big red steering wheel on the screen telling me to “Take over Immediately” accompanied by lots of warning noise. Absolutely no apparent reason for this to happen. Was able to immediately re-engage AP. Ideas?
Tesla AP is the best there is bar none. The Vivian is a good stable Lane Keeping aid, helps on interstate but won’t work on anything else. Hangs in there well. Ford Blue Cruise is the worst of all of them. Will do interstate but not highways and roads. Gives up without warning sometimes in a curve. More when I get home in July
You don’t really want to use conserve mode unless you really have to. It will wear down your tires more because it disengages your rear tires and you’re on front wheel drive only. Not too bad on straight highways, but not so great on side roads.
@@shaqdeez1 I get it. I took my Rivian R1S from MN to Key West Florida, round trip. I’m telling you, conserve mode isn’t worth it….unless you absolutely need it, because you might not make it to a charger. I was able to jump from charger to charger just fine in All Purpose and enjoyed the vehicle’s full quad motor capabilities without any compromise.
How's EA going to compete with Tesla with these kinds of inconsistency. If Tesla's deal with Ford doesn't light a fire under the butts, I don't know what will.
I absolutely cannot believe it seems quieter than the Y. That's crazy! Can't wait for those stunning Wyoming scenery shots :) Get you an mp3 shutter sound and do an Option F (FCPX) to get a FreezeFrame of the stunning scenery along the way 👍👍👍👍👍👍
As an owner of a Y I can tell you that it's not a quiet car unless you are driving on brand new asphalt.
I agree about the Model Y not being a particularly quiet vehicle at highway speeds. I rented a Model Y for a week and found it quiet around town, but somewhat noisy at 70mph.
Teslas are known for noisy and rough rides. Their goal has been to make them high performance and with superior technology (until they started removing sensors which makes them inferior in that respect, as $20K have them now) and build them quickly and at the least cost possible.
I'm waiting to see how the Highland and Juniper turn out. I'm hearing they're improving the ride quality and sound proofing, and finally adding a console in front of the driver.
Looks like a beautiful day for driving. The trip through the gorge was fantastic with all the greenery. Enjoy Nashville!
I just took delivery of a R1S and don't have any plans of driving further than 6 hours away, so love these videos to see how it goes.
Stay safe young Man, storms all this week n next thru out the area. 🙏
I enjoyed the music in the canyon 🙂
Great video Dave - thx! EA, EVgo and all the others finally needs to get their act together! I almost hate Tesla because of its fanboys who feel so superior to the rest of the EV world (and I also don’t like the look and build of their cars and even much less the guy at the helm) but I have to admit their Charging Network is light years ahead of all the others - and roadtrip charging experience will be the make or break for mass EV adoption imo.
When buying an EV the charging network is just as important as the vehicle features. A serious EV drive will choose the best network to suit their needs. Glad some legacy auto companies are coming to realize they can and should have partnered with Tesla long ago
Very cinematic music score for this one.
EA needs a complete re-do of 90% of their charging stations...sad. Still, slow 'n steady when non-tesla wins the race and stress factor. Hang in there, Dave.
I hope you are able to bring the Rivian to the Huntsville Hamfest. Glad I got to meet you in Dayton.
I’ll have it in Huntsville see you then
What is the outside temperature? I would think it is warm enough you wouldn't need battery preconditioning. Great Video! I love that you added the black material on your dash to prevent the glare of the dash!
I’d have to review the video but it was in the high 70’s out low 80’s
I understand the power numbers when you say arrival percentage and so on. What I don't understand is when you say we used so and so power average this trip and got such and such overall. I hope you explain that part and what would be good numbers compared to what would be not so good numbers.
I’ll see if I can dig some numbers out for you not sure Rivian shows them
You drove with suspension on High! That's even worse for efficiency. FYI, all purpose & standard height keeps the tires wearing out evenly
All purpose mode defaults to that setting, just testing it that way
@EV Dave is it on auto or manual? You can change the default by pressing any of the heights and next time it'll remember it.
BTW, it's fun to see your trips 😀
The screens appear to have a green color cast to them
Yes the do,, finally someone besides me can see the green tint!!
My recollection is that Rivian Highway Assist does not work on all sections of the Interstate. Perhaps that is why you got the warning to take over? After you get back from Wyoming, really interested in your opinion on Rivian vs Lightning, and why you would choose one over the other. Not going to buy either, just interested. BTW, driving my usual route through town today using AP on my 22 MYLR (I am like your friend Greg(?), I use AP all the time), I got a big red steering wheel on the screen telling me to “Take over Immediately” accompanied by lots of warning noise. Absolutely no apparent reason for this to happen. Was able to immediately re-engage AP. Ideas?
Tesla AP is the best there is bar none. The Vivian is a good stable Lane Keeping aid, helps on interstate but won’t work on anything else. Hangs in there well. Ford Blue Cruise is the worst of all of them. Will do interstate but not highways and roads. Gives up without warning sometimes in a curve. More when I get home in July
Why didn't you drive in Conserve mode?
Testing All Purpose and crappy weather
You don’t really want to use conserve mode unless you really have to. It will wear down your tires more because it disengages your rear tires and you’re on front wheel drive only. Not too bad on straight highways, but not so great on side roads.
@@fpartidafpartida he's on a road trip
@@shaqdeez1 I get it. I took my Rivian R1S from MN to Key West Florida, round trip. I’m telling you, conserve mode isn’t worth it….unless you absolutely need it, because you might not make it to a charger. I was able to jump from charger to charger just fine in All Purpose and enjoyed the vehicle’s full quad motor capabilities without any compromise.
I found the music during the leg to Kodak jarring. Given the scenery, you might use something more pastoral.
That’s the intent, the viewer is supposed to feel the tension to see if the Highway Assist can make the sharp turns.
Going on a long road trip? Why not charge to 100% at the beginning of the trip?
Not necessary, from 80% to 100% takes as long as from 0 to 80%. I reserve high charge states from when I need it to get to the next charging stop
@@evdave528 Sorry to confuse. I meant when you charge at home prior to starting the trip. Why not charge to 100% (in your garage) the night before?
Only Tesla has any workable charging infrustructure. :/
How accurate is it's GOM compared to Tesla's?
Not enough data yet stay tuned
How's EA going to compete with Tesla with these kinds of inconsistency. If Tesla's deal with Ford doesn't light a fire under the butts, I don't know what will.
I bet someone will buy it and install Tesla supercharger
Aged well