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Rivian R2 Defies the EV SUV Trend with a 128.1 mph Quarter‑Mile
technology20 days ago

Rivian R2 Defies the EV SUV Trend with a 128.1 mph Quarter‑Mile

Edmunds’ test of the Rivian R2, a 4,900‑lb family EV, found it continues pulling past 60 mph to a 128.1 mph quarter‑mile trap speed—about 6 mph quicker than a Model Y Performance and on par with a Porsche 911 GTS T‑Hybrid—with a measured 0–60 of 3.7 seconds (Rivian/Edmunds claims 3.6). Real‑world range came in at ~304 miles (vs 330 EPA), while the R2’s high-speed capability sits alongside caveats like steering feel and some early quality issues, but its ground clearance and towing capability make it a compelling option in the affordable EV family‑SUV space. Rivian’s margins are improving and deliveries rising, though Tesla still leads in overall volume.

via Autonocion.com|
#ev-performance#model-y#porsche-911-gts
Real-world test shows Rivian R2 uses more energy than Model Y despite similar EPA numbers
technology1 month ago

Real-world test shows Rivian R2 uses more energy than Model Y despite similar EPA numbers

In a side-by-side real-world test, Out of Spec Reviews found the Rivian R2 Performance used 18–26% more energy than the Tesla Model Y Performance at speeds from 50 to 80 mph on identical routes, despite EPA labels showing similar overall efficiency. The gap highlights that EPA lab tests and testing paths can differ from everyday driving, since energy measured at the wall vs. from the battery can yield different results; the R2’s larger size and aero profile likely raise highway energy, though it charges very fast, while the Model Y showed weaker charging in this test. The takeaway is that EPA figures can be inflated or not fully representative of real-world conditions, so driving and charging behavior matter for EV efficiency.

via Electrek|
#charging-performance#epa-ratings#real-world-efficiency
Rivian R2 vs Model Y: EPA Parity on Paper, Real-World Energy Gap
technology1 month ago

Rivian R2 vs Model Y: EPA Parity on Paper, Real-World Energy Gap

Tests show the Rivian R2 and Tesla Model Y share the same EPA 105 MPGe rating, but real-world energy use differs significantly: at 50–80 mph the R2 consumed roughly 18–26% more energy than the Model Y, and over about 30 miles the gap was ~26.5%. Explanations include potential differences in EPA testing routes and data inputs, plus the R2’s off-road design and ability to disengage its front motor. The study’s methodology—relying on on-car energy figures and short routes—means the exact gap isn’t definitive, even though the Model Y remains more efficient overall.

via InsideEVs|
#epa-efficiency-rating#epa-test-procedures#real-world-energy-use
Rivian R2 Delivers Tesla-like Efficiency Ahead of Its Rugged Adventure Appeal
technology3 months ago

Rivian R2 Delivers Tesla-like Efficiency Ahead of Its Rugged Adventure Appeal

EPA ratings show the Rivian R2 Performance matching the Tesla Model Y Performance for efficiency (105 MPGe combined, 32 kWh/100 miles) and beating it on range (330 miles vs 306) with the standard 21-inch wheels. Opting for 20-inch tires reduces efficiency to 99 MPGe and 34 kWh/100 miles with 307 miles of range. The R2 weighs about 5,250 lbs and sports a boxier, rugged design, while housing an 86.8 kWh pack versus the Model Y’s 84 kWh. Pricing sits near parity: R2 starts at $57,990 (Launch Package) and Model Y Performance at $57,490. Real-world results remain to be seen, but Rivian presents a compelling, space‑rich alternative that matches Tesla on efficiency while offering more interior room and off‑road capability.

via Electrek|
#ev-efficiency#mpge#rivian
Lucid Slashes 2026 Outlook With $1B Q1 Loss Amid Rivian R2 Buzz and Terafab Chip Plans
business3 months ago

Lucid Slashes 2026 Outlook With $1B Q1 Loss Amid Rivian R2 Buzz and Terafab Chip Plans

Lucid reported a $1 billion net loss in Q1 2026 and scrapped its 2026 production guidance after producing 5,500 vehicles and delivering 3,093; revenue rose 20% to $282 million but lagged estimates, with the company aiming for 25,000–27,000 annual production by 2027 aided by a new Saudi factory for Cosmos. Rivian’s R2 remains highly anticipated with multiple variants and a Georgia plant to expand output. SpaceX and Tesla unveiled plans for a Texas Terafab semiconductor facility with an initial $55 billion investment (potentially up to $119 billion) to secure domestic chip supply. Tesla also recalled 218,868 vehicles for a backup-camera delay fixable via OTA, as the broader EV market navigates demand and policy headwinds.

via Jalopnik|
#business#electric-vehicles#lucid-motors
UBS Upgrades Rivian on Rally, but Sees Limited Upside Ahead
markets6 months ago

UBS Upgrades Rivian on Rally, but Sees Limited Upside Ahead

UBS analyst Joseph Spak upgrades Rivian (RIVN) to Neutral after a ~27% Friday surge driven by a Q4 beat and bets on the mass‑market R2 to lift 2026 deliveries to about 62k–67k. However, upside is seen as limited if R1/RCV demand falters, EV tax-credit headwinds persist, and production/ADAS execution risk remains, leaving the stock volatile and range‑bound despite UBS raising its target to $16.

via TipRanks|
#markets#rivian#rivian-r2
Rivian R2 Hides Rear Wiper in Tailgate, Adds Six Miles of Range
technology6 months ago

Rivian R2 Hides Rear Wiper in Tailgate, Adds Six Miles of Range

Rivian says the R2's rear wiper is tucked into a recessed tailgate pocket to avoid aerodynamic penalties, a move that adds about six miles of range. The design also supports a roll-down rear window, a drainage path to vent water, a heating element to prevent ice, and software that raises the wiper in advance of bad weather—showing the level of aerodynamic optimization Rivian pursued for the R2.

via InsideEVs|
#aerodynamics#rear-wiper#rivian
Volvo EX60 Cross Country Adds Factory-Adjustable Air Suspension
technology7 months ago

Volvo EX60 Cross Country Adds Factory-Adjustable Air Suspension

Volvo’s 2028 EX60 Cross Country introduces factory-adjustable air suspension that raises the ride height by 20 mm (up to 40 mm with a button) and can lower at highway speeds for efficiency—a feature Rivian R2 and Tesla Model Y don’t offer. It packs a dual-motor 503 hp powertrain (524 lb-ft), 0–60 mph in 4.5 seconds, and about 300 miles of range from a 91 kWh usable battery (P10 AWD), with DC fast charging up to 370 kW (10–80% in ~18 minutes). EU versions use CCS2, US models use NACS. The Cross Country adds rugged styling, stainless skid plates, a Frost Green finish, and exclusive 21-inch wheels; U.S. deliveries are planned for summer 2027 as a 2028 model, while Europe is already taking pre-orders. Base EX60 starts around $60k; Cross Country pricing hasn’t been disclosed.

via InsideEVs|
#air-suspension#ex60-cross-country#rivian-r2