EV TOWING RACE ACROSS THE ROCKIES! F-150 LIGHTNING VS RIVIAN R1T WITH IDENTICAL TRAILERS

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This video pits the Ford F-150 Lightning Platinum against the Rivian R1T Launch Edition in a towing race across the Rocky Mountains, each hauling a 5,000lb trailer. The primary challenge encountered by both vehicles was the unreliable and insufficient charging infrastructure, particularly along I-70. While the F-150 Lightning demonstrated superior efficiency and thermal management when towing and charging, the Rivian R1T offered a more engaging towing experience and better overall road trip comfort, according to the reviewer. Despite the Lightning's efficiency advantage, the race ultimately became a battle against charging station availability and speed, with both trucks facing significant delays and issues. The conclusion suggests that while both trucks can tow, the current charging network is a major bottleneck for long-distance EV travel, especially with trailers, making the overall experience less seamless than desired.