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FishOnOne
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Jan 30, 2022

Rivian Electric Truck takes on the Ike Gauntlet

What a poor showing for the Rivian electric truck on the Ike Gauntlet test. The truck towing 8,100 lbs consumed 81% of battery capacity traveling 70 miles. From this test it's clear that electric ...
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FishOnOne
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Feb 06, 2022
So TFL tests the Rivian vs a Tundra on a tow test loop towing a 2,000lb trailer for 153 miles.

Results:

Rivian: Consumed 91% of battery capacity

Tundra: Consumed 32% of fuel tank capacity.

Add in the refuel and recharge time of these two trucks, the Tundra for any towing application is the clear winner hands down.

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