Adventure: Long Way Up Director David Alexanian Reflects on Going All-Electric | Rivian

Long Way Up Director David Alexanian talks with Rivian team members who helped build the first R1Ts and the charging network through South, Central, and North America: Brian Gase, Senior Director of Prototype and Special Projects; Bhushan Nagarajan, Senior Manager of Body Control Systems; and Pete Herath, Principal Vehicle Development Engineer.
This talk was recorded on December 8, 2023, at the reopening of the historic South Coast Theater in Laguna Beach - our first flagship Rivian Space. Located just 15 miles from Rivian’s headquarters in Orange County, Southern California, this unique retail location lets you experience our electric adventure vehicles in a creative hub devoted to adventure and community.​
See the South Coast Theater location and upcoming events at rivian.com/spaces/laguna​
Read more about the restoration of the historic South Coast Theater at stories.rivian.com/laguna-beach-south-coast-theater​
Watch Long Way Up on Apple TV+ ​
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Watch how Rivian fast-tracked two R1T test vehicles for Long Way Up at www.longwayup.com/rivian​
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Rivian is on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever. We believe there is a more responsible way to explore the world and are determined to make the transition to sustainable transportation an exciting one. We designed our emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles to challenge what’s possible. We hope they inspire you to do the same.

[@davidsalazar7601]

Long Way Up was very influential in my decision to leave my old life behind and move across the country to work at the Rivian Plant. Incredible company, incredible product.

[@Tallrs]

This movie was what sold me on the Rivian. To drive, not one but two, protypes from the tip of South America to LA and not have a major break down is astonishing. I watched several interviews with the riders and directors and not one time did they say the trucks were breaking down, falling apart, that the trucks wouldn't make it, during the trip. What a great truck!!! RIVIAN IS THE KING OF ELECTRIC TRUCKS💪💪💪💪

[@mikeg3795]

Same! Especially after watching the camera crew beat the crap out of them and seeing how Rivian supported them.

[@maxflight777]

Rivian was … *until* Making sci-fi a reality Cybertruck deliveries begin today! - More utility than a truck, faster than a sports car 11,000 lbs towing capacity, 2,500 lbs max payload. Est. 340 miles of range. (Dual Motor) 0-60 in 2.6 seconds. (Tri Motor) - Ultra-hard stainless steel exoskeleton & shatter-resistant Armor Glass Fewer dents, less damage & long-term corrosion. Easy & simple repairs. Armor Glass can resist the impact of a baseball at 70 mph or class IV hail & acoustic glass helps make the cabin insanely quiet. - Steer-by-wire & rear steering Gives you the handling of a sports car & a better turning radius than most sedans. Also, incredible stability & maneuverability for a full-size truck. - 4-corner adaptive air suspension Offers 12” of travel & 17” of clearance. - Plenty of storage 6’x4’ bed that doesn’t need a liner & is big enough for 4’x8’ construction materials. 67 cu ft of lockable storage (additional 54 cu ft available with rear seats folded up), with a Vault cover that’s strong enough to walk on. - Power everything Integrated outlets: 120v cabin power, 120v & 240v bed power. If the grid goes down, Cybertruck can provide up to 11.5 kW of power directly to your home. - Space & comfort like a living room 18.5” touchscreen in the front & 9.4” touchscreen in the back, both with all-new UI. 15 speakers with 2 dedicated subwoofers & distributed amplifiers create a studio quality sound stage-obviously goes to 11.

[@the.adonnan]

Ditto. After that doc I was sold. Picked up my R1S several months ago and am beating it up off road w/out any hiccups.

[@kenneysseeamerica5750]

Long way up was our first vision of what an electric truck could be. Today, I’m sitting outside next to my R1T and and Amazon Rivian van just delivered our packages. Wow.

[@adamd4137]

Watching this series inspired me to pre-order my R1T. Understanding the passion, drive, motivation and culture of Rivian and how that spirit shapes the vehicles is awesome. The decision to provide the first 2 pre-production vehicles was genius. My R1T has lived up to all expectations, and I still encourage people to watch the epic adventure several years later.

[@lpaster]

Long Way Up influenced me to order a R1S on November 2021, and I’m literally going to pick up my new SUV from the local service center TODAY! Can’t be more excited.

[@Rivian]

A full circle moment! We love to hear it. 🙌

[@MacsElite]

Very inspiring! You guys got it done, no matter what obstacles you encountered. Makes me want to buy a Rivian!

[@Rivian]

It's available on Apple TV+!

[@gardenrailroading]

Great dream! Loving our R1S! Thank you RJ and Crew!

[@zabrinaguru1700]

Awesome as always David. Congrats! Z. Coach

[@dennislyons3095]

The series was epic! Best travel series ever! Showed the cultures & spectacular countryside along the way. Fantastic adventure. How do I find it again?

[@stretchlimbs]

GREAT WORK RIVIAN! 💜

[@williamclark6466]

This is fantastic!

[@ferdiemazon3627]

I wonder, can they do a Rivian version of this series? Just the outtakes would be fine. I don't mind seeing Charlie and that other guy, but I'll never buy a motorcycle. All I want to see are the trials and tribulations of the truck.

[@justinmartino5545]

I want to do this drive w/ ECRC! 13k miles! #keeptheworldadventurousforever

[@dominicwilkerson]

Excuse me.. where can I get the 4 seconds to 80 mod?

[@maxflight777]

I think he was referring to the CT ? 😂

[@andrewchewter1646]

I think he meant 80km/h perhaps?

[@MICHAELSBLKYN]

Wow ✨👏🏿✨

[@mossasaga]

Team Rivian you must drop all this and go perform at Hollywood🎉😂

[@tylernrogers]

Go Pete!!!

[@haejomobile]

😊

[@Just-In-Credible]

Been buying shares since IPO, I'm NEVER selling a share!

[@helsonly722]

Dustin Poirier works at rivian??!!

[@maxflight777]

11:29 weird story David… If I don’t put my Tesla in Park, on a gradient, it just stops! (It applies the park brake automatically)

[@tyfly867]

This was a prototype. Today's R1T puts itself in park as well.

[@andrewchewter1646]

I own both a Tesla and a Rivian; I drive the Rivian daily and would buy another one in a heart beat. Not another Tesla though.

[@maxflight777]

We like David. We like Rivian ! … *But* I do think the Cybertruck is a big problem for Rivian. (Google the Rivian owner who drove a Cybertruck and he was utterly blown away.)

[@michaelmazani]

Cyber truck.

[@RichDunn]

I looked closely at a Cybertruck at the weekend, as I've had a Cyberbeast on order for four years now. It makes a visual statement, but its interior is no more exciting than a base Model 3. The Rivian interior is like a high-end AMG by comparison. I don't know if I'll go through with my CT purchase, but I can tell you this - after owning 40 vehicles, I will 'never' sell my R1T.

[@michaelmazani]

@@RichDunn Bad ass comment! I drive a diesel Volvo and I'm very happy! More success to you good sir and I hope some time too in my life, I can say I've owned as many vehicles as you have. Inspirational stuff!!! Have a great 2024

[@RichDunn]

@@michaelmazani Thank you, Michael. I owned a Volvo XC90 T6 Inscription, and some Audi turbo-diesels, which were nice. I come from a very poor background. Keep being as humble, polite, respectful, and appreciative, as your comments were, and karma will surely provide you with everything you need in your future. Best wishes for a great 2024.

[@NassimSYD]

YES