The new Rivian (Pickup and SUV) coming out late this ear or earl next, will have a 410 mile range on a charge.
New batteries are starting to show up that allow really quick charges to 80-90% after an hour or two.
It’s actually a great truck, and GM has invested in it, as well as Amazon.
The thought was that GM may wind up owning Rivian in the not too distant future. GM has probably obtained access to the technology. It could use in in some new vehicles.
The Rivian can drive through 36” deep water. This link to the site as some interesting info in it.
Not related, are some battery concepts that are showing some amazing promise if they pan out. One concept that has just had a major breakthrough (still needs a lot of work), could extend the drive time from 5 to 8 times today’s batteries.
Imagine this 400 mile truck going 2,000 to 3,200 miles on a charge, then reloading in 60 minutes to 80%.
In ten to fifteen years, I think we’re going to see some amazing things coming on the electric front.
BTW: The Rivian specs at 0-60 in three seconds. https://vimeo.com/303768361
WOW!!!!!!!!!
I wonder what I should do with my Challenger?
It’s either hold it for good or get rid of soon because gas cars may not be worth much in another decade!!