I really like the idea of an external representation of the charge state. Will give you a good sense of the progress while you run in to use the restroom or grab a coffee. Rapid charging is slowly getting closer to the realm of a typical fuel up.
2020 Rivian R1T Charge Time
As competition in the EV segment stiffens, automakers are continuously having to improve upon the battery technology that is being placed in new models. Rivian is not only introducing one of the highest capacity battery packs we’ve ever seen on a production EV with the R1T, but they are claiming some class leading charge times as well.
The R1T has been designed around practicality and to achieve this Rivian has ensured that owners aren’t subject to long periods of downtime when they need extra juice. Should you find yourself in need of a rapid charger, the R1T will use CCS DC fast charging for up to 160 kW. This translates roughly to 200 miles of range for every 30 minutes on a rapid charger. They have also placed an 11 kW onboard AC unit for Level 2 charging.
As a new brand, Rivian realized that the design of their vehicles would be essential in helping people to recognize their products. The front fascia is much different than anything we’ve seen on the market and it even features a unique Easter egg. The horizontal position light that runs along the face of the vehicle turns green when the car is plugged in and works as a functional progress bar that indicates the current state of charge.
We don’t know if Rivian plans on rolling out their own network of charging stations or if they will simply rely on the existing CCS infrastructure. As most Tesla superchargers currently max out at 120 kW, Electrify America is looking like the most ideal network to fully utilize the R1T’s capabilities, as they claim some can go as high as 350 kW.
Regardless of whether you charge at home or on the go, the R1T is one of the most technologically advanced EV’s to join the market.
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How this truck even remotely suitable for towing a trailer? If it can only go 200 miles while towing, and I bet in the real world with climbing hills, and running the AC, I bet I would be lucky to get to 150 miles before the battery was exhausted, but that wouldn't be good for the battery to kill it like that, so that means every 100 miles I would have to find a charger and charge it. I'm sorry but this truck isn't really made for towing, sure it has the horsepower and torque, but all it's good for is to go to a local state park that's 40 to 50 miles from home and then go back home.![]()
As competition in the EV segment stiffens, automakers are continuously having to improve upon the battery technology that is being placed in new models. Rivian is not only introducing one of the highest capacity battery packs we’ve ever seen on a production EV with the R1T, but they are claiming some class leading charge times as well.
The R1T has been designed around practicality and to achieve this Rivian has ensured that owners aren’t subject to long periods of downtime when they need extra juice. Should you find yourself in need of a rapid charger, the R1T will use CCS DC fast charging for up to 160 kW. This translates roughly to 200 miles of range for every 30 minutes on a rapid charger. They have also placed an 11 kW onboard AC unit for Level 2 charging.
As a new brand, Rivian realized that the design of their vehicles would be essential in helping people to recognize their products. The front fascia is much different than anything we’ve seen on the market and it even features a unique Easter egg. The horizontal position light that runs along the face of the vehicle turns green when the car is plugged in and works as a functional progress bar that indicates the current state of charge.
We don’t know if Rivian plans on rolling out their own network of charging stations or if they will simply rely on the existing CCS infrastructure. As most Tesla superchargers currently max out at 120 kW, Electrify America is looking like the most ideal network to fully utilize the R1T’s capabilities, as they claim some can go as high as 350 kW.
Regardless of whether you charge at home or on the go, the R1T is one of the most technologically advanced EV’s to join the market.
Partnering is not necessary. The Rivian can be charged on any CCS charging station from any charging network. As a user, you simply need an account, or a credit card, to use the charger. The same is true for all of the J1772 Level 2 chargers, they will all work with the Rivian.
Where Rivian can help, is in providing EA with a vehicle for testing and validation that the communications protocol is implemented correctly. This would include the new ISO standard for plug and charge. Almost every car manufacturer, GM, Ford, Audi, Jaguar, Lucid, etc. has provided a vehicle for EA to test in their lab. They have 4 different charger suppliers and want to insure each one works with every car. See this article:
Inside Electrify America’s plan to simplify electric car charging
We visit the company's HQ and R&D lab for the inside scoop.
arstechnica.com
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