RIVIAN CHARGING IN 80 DEGREE WEATHER. WILL IT CHARGE FASTER? PLUS FLOOR MATS AND CAMP SPEAKER

EV Channels Review

This video documents a Rivian R1S Gen 2 charging session in optimal 80°F weather at a Rivian Adventure Network station. The reviewer aimed to compare charging speeds against previous experiences, noting initial speeds of around 210 kW at 22% state of charge after another vehicle left the shared circuit. However, the reviewer expresses disappointment, stating that speeds dropped significantly, reaching only 120 kW at 35% and 134 kW at 49%, which they found slower than their Gen 1 R1T under similar conditions. The video also covers the unboxing of complimentary all-weather floor mats and a Camp Speaker. The floor mats appear to be the incorrect fit for the R1S, possibly being R1T versions, and the reviewer plans to contact Rivian for replacements. The Camp Speaker is deemed identical to the Gen 1 version, offering no discernible difference. Charging concluded at 84% with 50 kW, considered normal for higher states of charge. The reviewer concludes that the Gen 2 charging performance in warmer weather was not as optimal as expected, particularly between 30-60% state of charge, and suggests improvements are needed compared to the Gen 1.