Amazon released more details on how it's put drivers in the forefront of the development process for their Rivian-built delivery vans.
Engineers looked at how they enter the vehicle, ergonomics while driving, the action of looking for a specific package and how to exit the EV delivery van.
So far, the development program included driver input to reshape armrests, include a larger windshield for greater visibility and a slew of active safety gear. Amazon drivers were recently given a virtual reality headset to have a look at how the final product has thus far shaped up -- and the impression were mighty positive, according to both Amazon and Rivian.
Does anyone know where the front license plates are going to be located on Rivians? Where I'm from in Canada license plates are required on the front and back of a car.
Are there any photos of one with license plates on? I'm interested to see what it looks like. It's a shame because the front...
Rivian has filed a patent that suggests that its batteries for fast-charging electric vehicle batteries at different voltages using a switch mechanism. The switch would allow for 800V charging on a 400V battery pack (or 900V on a 450V, etc)
If Rivian is able to pull this off it will speed up...
This is very interesting and is worth the read. A new study coming from Canada suggests that Electric cars can bring $10,000 in life-saving benefits when they replace gas powered cars.
Converting all cars and SUVs in the Greater Toronto area into electric vehicles would cause 313 fewer deaths...
Even though production hasn't started yet Rivian is looking to the future by filing trademark applications with the EUIPO for "R1V" and "R2X".
https://euipo.europa.eu/eSearch/#details/trademarks/018248639
https://euipo.europa.eu/eSearch/#details/trademarks/018248652
According to the filings...
Bollinger Motors has been granted a patent for its Passthrough and Frunkgate cargo system:
PRESS RELEASE:
Bollinger Motors Granted Patent for Passthrough and Frunkgate
Electric Trucks Enable Unique Ability to Haul Extra Long Objects
DETROIT, June 2, 2020 – Bollinger Motors has been granted a...
