REAL WORLD RANGE TEST: FORD F-150 LIGHTNING VS RIVIAN R1T

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In this head-to-head highway range test, the Rivian R1T emerged as the clear winner against the Ford F-150 Lightning. The Rivian achieved an estimated 300 miles, significantly outperforming the Lightning's 260 miles. The reviewer attributes the Rivian's superior range primarily to its 'conserve mode,' which decouples the rear motors for front-wheel-drive operation, and its lower drag coefficient due to better aerodynamics and the ability to lower its suspension. While the Lightning offers a more comfortable ride and familiar truck feel for some, its lack of an equivalent eco-mode or adjustable suspension puts it at a disadvantage in pure range efficiency. The test also highlighted that tire choice (all-terrain vs. all-season) plays a crucial role, and the Rivian's advantage was amplified by its specific driving modes, which the Lightning lacks. The reviewer plans a follow-up test with the Lightning on all-season tires.