An individual operating a Rivian R1T truck completed a 460-mile Olympic Loop, entirely relying on free charging units, praising the vehicle's performance, even when its systems began to shut down at a 7% battery level.
In a recent adventure, a user embarked on a 2-day, 460-mile road trip around Washington's Olympic Peninsula in a Rivian R1T electric truck named Ranger. The user, accompanied by their parents from southern AZ, was excited for the trip and had specifically planned to use charging stations on the Rivian Adventure Network (RAN) due to having free charging until March 2026.
The Rivian R1T, measuring 217.1'' long, 135.8'' wheelbase, 81.8'' width (mirrors folded), 75.7'' height, and boasting variable air suspension offering up to 14.9'' ground clearance, proved capable on the journey. Powertrain options for the 2025 Rivian R1T include dual- or quad-motor AWD with up to 908 lb-ft torque; quad-motor versions hit 0-60 mph in about 3.0 seconds. When equipped with the appropriate tow package, the R1T is rated to tow up to 11,000 pounds.
However, the user encountered minor charging hiccups at RAN stations in Forks and Aberdeen during the trip. At both locations, charging errors were experienced, and the truck had to be moved to different chargers. Common issues reported by Rivian R1T owners with charging on the RAN include software and user interface issues, navigation system routing challenges, charging session billing hiccups, and chargers throwing errors and requiring switching pedestals.
Despite these issues, the user's parents were impressed by the truck's capabilities. They also noted the convenience of having a BougeRV 23 Quart Portable Refrigerator plugged into the 12V in the Gear Tunnel, which could be easily reached from the back seat pass-through.
The user only spotted two other Rivian vehicles during the entire journey, both R1S models. This scarcity of Rivian vehicles might suggest that the R1T is yet to gain widespread adoption, but the user expressed optimism about the future of electric trucks.
In conclusion, while the Rivian R1T offers excellent performance and capabilities, the charging infrastructure on long road trips, particularly the RAN, still presents some challenges. However, Rivian support and software updates are continuously addressing these issues, aiming to improve the user experience and make long-distance trips smoother and more efficient.
- The user, looking forward to the future of electric vehicles, was optimistic about the increasing adoption of cars like the Rivian R1T, despite only spotting two other Rivian vehicles during the 2-day, 460-mile journey around Washington's Olympic Peninsula.
- The user's parents, impressed by the Rivian R1T's performance and capabilities, were especially fond of the convenience offered by a BougeRV 23 Quart Portable Refrigerator, which could be easily accessed from the back seat pass-through while on the road trip.
- During the trip, the user encountered some technology-related hiccups when trying to charge the Rivian R1T at RAN stations in Forks and Aberdeen, giving insights into the ongoing challenges in technology and infrastructure that electric-vehicle users may face during long-distance travel.
