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My truck is one of the first 2000 Vehicles that Rivian ever made. And its held up surprisingly well. I have some issues with dirt collecting under the bed. (It gets caught between the tailgate and the bed itself, as the tailgate opens and closes.) But other than that it is a beast of a machine. And super fun to drive.
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[@intelliot]

Huge props to Rivian for allowing you to bring and record with a camera

[@tiobetio9501]

He was even helping them fix it lol

[@pvic6959]

i mean for them hes a HUGE brand ambassador. hes doing some heavy duty advertising for them. theyre not allowing him to, theyre hoping he does

[@Voyajer.]

Free advertising

[@northernprepper1264]

You do realize Rivian is on the brink of closing??!!

[@RayNLA]

@@northernprepper1264 Don’t worry too much! 😉

[@TechWithBrett]

"I was raised in a Rivian gear tunnel." 2042 Yearbook quote.

[@jaimeduncan6167]

🤣

[@Przybylski713]

Harry Potter of our times

[@Joe7892]

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[@Just_Rick_137]

"I was born in a Rivian gear tunnel"

[@TheDoctorsubie]

at least better than "being conceived in a Rivian gear tunnel" I suppose

[@ferryperry7840]

*_“ glass is glass and glass breaks ”_* will forever remain timelessly poetic

[@dennwilliams3342]

And other content creators love that quote ! They use that all the time

[@nourishcherish9593]

bot

[@ferryperry7840]

​​@@nourishcherish9593 _"I'm not bot…"_ *“I'm Hot!”*

[@nexusyang4832]

That should be on a t-shirt. :)

[@YzerWings]

Not the glass on the CyberTru….. wait

[@eximiamedia7897]

As an Rivian engineer, this review made me smile. Glad you have loved your truck so far, the best is yet to come.

[@Chocula003]

While I think the Rivian is a great achievement, I hope Rivian is able to reduce what is currently an unreasonable amount of disassembly required to perform minor repairs. Lack of reparability was a large factor in why I ended up cancelling my reservation for an R1T, and I recognize this not exclusive to Rivian.

[@brycer4957]

Amazing work, keep it up!

[@Aristo12]

Cool! Sorry to bother you with this question, but hopefully you can answer it: Most modern cars are 'connected' nowadays, not only EVs. Unfortunately, a lot of car manufacturers are (ab)using this ability to mine a lot of customer data and selling it to third parties (like advertisers and insurance companies). I really hope Rivian is not one of or will not become one of those manufacturers where their cars are basically smartphones on wheels when it comes to the privacy issues. These developments really hold me back in buying a modern car. What is Rivian's point of view regarding this?

[@isaacstevens1912]

@eximiamedia7897, could you please provide some insight into how much, if at all, the design team is working to make repairability easier than it currently is? I would love to buy an R3 someday but this level of teardown for basic repairs is a huge deterrent.

[@kartavayaranjankumar4509]

I mean that was his son seeing him grew so big made me emotional, time goes so fast from electric hummer when first his son came along. Time goes by so quick

[@Connor-s1k]

I can't believe how big he is, and talking so well 😮 my boy was born within days of him so I'm in no way jealous 😅

[@Chris-hw4mq]

@@Connor-s1k agent 47s son is probably genetically improved so dont he jealous

[@deadiemeyers1661]

Stay to the end. The last five seconds are classic Zach.

[@wildcaveman5310]

RIP drone

[@Y2Kvids]

Who's driving

[@awwwtomotive]

I'm about to close my browser when he said "I see you around", but I saw your comment I decide not to leave, and yes that's last seconds is Gold Moment...hahahaha

[@specodhec341]

I was actually so much expecting that it will happen, that I started laughing before it even crashed and absolutely lost it when it crashed eventually Classic Zach

[@facts_over_feelings]

When I haul mulch, sand, and/or dirt in my truck, I line the bed with a blue 10x12 tarp. It keeps the bed fairly clean and makes it easier to get all the cargo out. When it's almost empty, I can fold the tarp in on itself and drag the last of the cargo out.

[@JerryRigEverything]

I should do this

[@alxti]

@@JerryRigEverything I do it with the inside of my minivan too, saves me from hours of vacuuming

[@Nanan00]

@@JerryRigEverything Get reused billboard tarps, they are way stronger than the cheepy blue or grey tarps from HomeDepot.

[@tomcurran8470]

Bed liners rust the bed.

[@jamesphillips2285]

@@tomcurran8470 With a tarp you fold it and put it away when you are not using it.

[@philobrain]

honestly refreshing to hear you comment about the registration fees in such a level-headed way. Too often people see fees and they don't see how they are vital to our society working properly.

[@The8BitGuy]

I'm okay with paying my fair share. But here in Texas the fees they've hit us with are ridiculous. I have to pay an extra $200 a year above and beyond the regular registration. In order to have paid a similar amount of gas tax, I'd have to be driving a huge truck every day and putting tons of miles on it. My car sits in the garage on most days, and so it's really not a fair system.

[@rheso1]

​@@The8BitGuy Would be nice if they tax retroactively charged a prorated amount based on your mileage, but not sure it's worth the logistical hurdle of gathering mileage information from everyone. Maybe tax your insurance company since they gather that information anyways. Not sure how else it can be done.

[@WowCreativeUsername]

@@The8BitGuy Small government at work :)

[@TornadoesGaming234YTB]

Dam is already been 2 years since you own that truck time-flys goes fast

[@JerryRigEverything]

I agree!

[@avreve]

@@JerryRigEverythingcrazy how it seems u started ur bunker yesterday but its been over 7 months

[@carbeastsm]

@@avreveits been 7 months? 😮

[@avreve]

@@carbeastsm ikr

[@AMVH2012]

No judgement but speaking as someone who, as a child, had three truckers holding his head and keeping him from blinking while they brought him to the eye washing station in the shop. You should always wear eye protection under a vehicle, personal opinion goggles.

[@saidtawabsadat2562]

I remember the time when junior zack was born and now he is approaching his father and asking him question, It really made me emotional

[@SimoAtlas]

That kid's interaction is so good Kids are so smart and their questions are genuine curiosity ❤

[@mso82]

I'm considering getting rid of my Model Y Performance and replacing it with a 2023 Rivian R1T or R1S, so it's comforting to know that as someone who doesn't baby their cars or tech, you've had a good experience. Thanks for everything.

[@AxGarage]

As an auto technician, it's nice to see how these are put together, but I also feel for the guys having their work watched by the customer and showed to millions online 😂

[@P_RO_]

Those guys were real pros and it showed.

[@untubus]

@@P_RO_ The tyre fitter did * ahem, cough, cough * _weird_ stuff, as if he was either extremely distracted or didn't know much about tyre fitting at all 🙄

[@nickob]

That $1800 windshield is crazy.

[@ZachLDB]

Must be a German on the glass engineering team.

[@koalaunknown]

It’s the same for most modern cars. All the electronics and required calibrations greatly increase the time and labor required.

[@connorpoultney4400]

I’ve had to replace the windshield in my 2019 civic twice now and it’s been around $1700 each time so you’re paying out the ass from economy to luxury

[@ikocheratcr]

Just having rain sensor in windshield makes price go up like crazy. In this case it includes even more.

[@camtwan1]

My 1998 camry was quoted at over $1400 from toyota and safelite if I wanted OEM. Obviously, I got non OEM for ~350. From the dealer and OEM is always dumb expensive.

[@3DPrinterAcademy]

5000 miles into my quad R1S! Great vehicle. 100% recommend. Side note, so glad I got a 2024 quad R1S. It’s basically impossible to get a quad motor now and when the 2025 quad comes out it’s gonna be way more expensive.

[@dstressr110]

I'm at 32k and loving every mile. One windshield chip repair and a year later one crack and a windshield replacement. I didn't get to watch the windshield being replaced like you did so that was very interesting to me. Original tonneau but its still working (knock, knock). Thanks and keep the videos coming.

[@Rizzboi0001]

The father and son moment was awesome!!!

[@thomasryan9540]

Life long question about dirt. 😎😎

[@Icridium]

I’m certain D-Brand will come out with a Rivian Teardown skin and then CASETiFY will come out with the exact same one.

[@Chevifier]

That's sounds cool on paper but security wise, parts of it has to be obscured 😅

[@hastyscorpion]

@@Chevifierwhat do you mean “ security wise”

[@brandon_nope]

*dbrand

[@producerevan88]

I love how you blur your license plate, but have that massive billboard on the side of the truck for your dope wheelchairs..

[@sudonickx]

Crazy how many cables and electronic components are packed behind literally every panel. Modern vehicles blow my mind.

[@h0rn3t-X]

I don't think I've ever been that fascinated by tires being changed. Something rather satisfying about it.

[@heldert6231]

I really like your narrative and the positive views even when talking about the cons or mishaps with your truck! I'm glad that you have enjoyed it!😁

[@AxGarage]

Thanks for mentioning the additional registration fee for electric vehicles. I feel it cuts into the cost savings of owning an electric car, and it's not even one time, it's a constant yearly fee. I saw a lady at the DMV freaking out trying to register her EV not realizing the additional costs.

[@hadorstapa]

Shocked me to hear of it. In the UK e-vehicles have an exemption from our version of that. Here it's commonly called Road Tax, although that was replaced a few years ago with Vehicle Emissions Tax, and it's now just Vehicle Tax. Contrary to popular belief it doesn't actually go specifically to road maintenance, so not paying it doesn't mean you aren't contributing to road upkeep. Disabled drivers and vehicles used to transport disabled passengers are also exempt.

[@AxGarage]

@@hadorstapa sounds like the UK is doing it right.

[@yannicg]

@@AxGaragewell the additional weight of these vehicles degrades the roads much faster. I think it’s fair that they have to pay more taxes for that, and in European countries they are forcing a change in propulsion just like they did 20 years ago with Diesel which now is beeing prohibited everywhere even though just a few years ago it was the future, and a lot of tax money went towards financing all the bonuses just like now with EV’s. Imo taxes on cars should me made based on weight, more horsepower or worse emission rating is not damaging the road, which is what a tax on cars “should be for”, so the heavier the vehicle the higher the taxes would be very fair.

[@AxGarage]

@@yannicg I agree with you. The weight is what should be considered, and truthfully I'm not sure if they do base it off that, they might be already. A 9000lb Hummer EV should pay more in wheel tax than a ~4000lb Nissan leaf.

[@melissasmess2773]

Subaru Outback is $128 for two years in Oregon, EV is about $550! The state isn't leaving any money on the table for you after charging. Rapidly depreciating new EV, expensive repairs, expensive registration, just not worth it for someone like me who only drives 10,000 miles a year and has many good vehicles already.

[@ferryperry7840]

*_This Man is Not Aging or Maybe Just Aging Like Fine Wine Because He's Absolutely Majestic and Handsome_*

[@juegajuanluna]

Bluds glazing this mf

[@Sedonapass]

Seeing all these parts just for 1 replacement part shows rivan has a long way to go. Bigger companies when through this, its just part and puzzle of a vehicle manufacturer. They will definitely improve their design moving forward.

[@imanoldurango8213]

Yeah the amount of crap underneath everything was insane

[@nonnac111]

I just hit 30k Miles in 14 months! Truck is amazing and also no regrets. I use mine as a work truck and go to job sites 3 days a week. So glad to have someone with influence have the same experience to share.

[@flash521]

Thank for the review. Way more than we want to deal with in Baja, MX. Your review certainly convinced us it takes a special person to own a Rivian.

[@CED.Dweller]

Great way to have an iFixit-level breakdown of the truck without screwing the warranty!

[@quietcanvas4015]

I’ve had my R1T for 2 years and 27k miles, and I have also had an incredible experience, no major issues at all, and a ton of fun. My tires lasted a bit longer since they’re 21s, I got about 25k miles out of them before I had to replace them.

[@MarsPLAYStudio]

11:06 His wife coming back seeing Zack laying under his truck covered in dirt. Relatable with my dad. Every time when i come home he is either on the roof, in the garage fixing things or in the garden doing something.

[@PaulCHa]

That’s his son

[@MarsPLAYStudio]

@@PaulCHa i don’t think his son drives the Model X where he got out from

[@ConcreteLeveling1]

Love your video. Honestly some of your videos helped us keep our Rivian preorders. Now 2 years 27,000 miles for r1T and 1 year 13,000 miles on our R1s and we love them. I use mine as a work truck too. Hauling, towing, running power tools for my A1 Concrete Leveling franchise. It has been a great truck. Loved your video about the battery recycling plant too. Keep them coming. Great job.

[@krillen64]

This was a cool video and coo that Rivian let you film repairs you had done to yours. It was also neat to see part of your truck most people probably wouldn't get to see.

[@pavithiranyohananda1478]

AMAZING videos as usual

[@brandonlewis5444]

Makes sense now how my tailgate latches needed repairing after my PTC replacement. Thanks for the insight on that process.

[@brycestarkey4467]

This might be the most realistic and unbiased review of a electric vehicle I have seen. Good job JerryRig

[@user-wc4sc7xj7v]

Jerry junior asking the right questions 💯💯

[@hisxbr150]

Every aspect of this video makes me want a R1T that much more. All besides the windshield repair would be intriguing to see how much insurance would've charged had he made a claim. My f150 windshield was $200 to replace whike using my insurance to have it done & my rate did not change. Also love how realistic he is about the minimal if at all gas savings. As always appreciate the entertainment.

[@Tylermattrazzo]

That dirt collecting is now the new norm, time to add it to the every 5-10k miles task, if you want the best fuel efficiency, you gotta take the dirt collecting

[@woodrax]

Recently read that one of the reason Tires die on R1 Rivians is due to the Conserve mode lowering the vehicle so low that the camber of the tire is uneven, leading to the horrid wear on one side of the tire.

[@StacyODell]

I'm assuming you could take it anywhere for new tires and a rotation, but replacing the windshield was a bit of an eye opener. I've grown so used to a dude in a truck being able to come to the house or office and replace a windshield easily. The amount of disassembly required just to replace the glass is crazy.

[@imanoldurango8213]

The disassembly to change the bed was insane. I would never buy something with that many control modules and wires absolutely everywhere

[@Voyajer.]

When doing partial teardowns of of my vehicles I like to take the opportunity to clean whatever I expose, but that might just be a habit from when I lived in a much saltier region.

[@Derpy1969]

Thank you for a reasonable update, summary, and review.

[@esits]

"You and me both want to know the answer to that." 11:26. Classic stuff, Jerry. Love it!

[@soumyonath911]

11:20 last time I saw him in a video he was just born, now he can walk and talk??

[@darkedgex]

Time for a durability test? :D

[@charlesdamien5849]

Shout out to Jerry for posting channel level videos for subscribers

[@JerryRigEverything]

Let's gooooooo! Thank you for your support!

[@PsalmsGG]

Its funny zack did not read it as sarcasm

[@linusnanor1531]

Right? I was so surprised it has been 2 years already.

[@Hobbies4Hire]

Great job on the video Zack! Thanks for making it.

[@The8BitGuy]

Thanks for the review. I'm glad to see the truck is holding up well. They should only get better with future improvements.

[@MrMistizio]

hi @the8bitguy! you are great!

[@Sidharthdeleep]

that's some serious offroading you done with the truck, the electronics are smothered in mud

[@cheeriomartinez]

Hey I helped work on those service vans! I worked on the movable Jack mount arm in the back.

[@johnlucas6683]

I'm glad there is someone like you putting these truck to the test. Especially with the cost of repair! Wow. Hopefully it can get more affordable, more reliable, and stay/be(?) non-intrusive on personal privacy.

[@maximiliankylen]

Sure this is not a pickup, but my X5m50d has been a faithful companion for the past 3 years, best car ever...

[@RisingStarter]

Thanks!

[@JerryRigEverything]

Thank you!!

[@bgezal]

"I guess if we need three there's always the gear tunnel." Ah yes the gear tunnel fits so many kids.

[@darksu6947]

The children yearn for the mines

[@Nonakame]

Thank you for your insight on Rivian ownership. I do appreciate your acknowledgement of paying a fee to help keep up the roads!

[@justpaintitright6442]

Very cool they let you help in the shop...what an epic truck love love my work truck too

[@termainej]

Welp...that's all I needed to hear. No cyber truck for me boys. Used R1t I'm coming for ya

[@JerryRigEverything]

Good call

[@captain_coleton]

0:50 Those service van lights would make the Rivian look much better, instead of those Pez candy looking ones.

[@ruaptla4206]

Your videos are amazing and always very informative !

[@zekion.]

Incredibly informative vid. Was interesting to see how they put it all together.

[@AyStar]

Didn't relaize how much time had actually passed until I heard your son talk lol

[@_Anurag_Thakur_]

The new age electric trucks and cars are so hard to repair. I mean you have to open the whole truck apart to change simple parts. 😂

[@JustiferPlays]

So happy to see one of my favorite creators working with one of my favorite brands. I bought my first Anker product like 5 years ago, and when it needed replaced the first time (due to general wear/travel) it was super easy to contact them and receive a replacement fast! Reading this comment back to myself, it may sound like a bot or sponsored comment lol; I honestly just love their stuff!

[@swordedaffair]

I used to like Anker products... until one of their USB-C chargers failed and started putting out over 30VC, destroying my laptop.

[@eliparnes2391]

Video about the bed cover is perfect for what’s inside channel because I took apart the bed to replace the cover

[@NerdyPatriot]

So you trade oil changes for tire rotations. So in my town/state, EVs are really not worth it, ends up costing me more (.32 per kWh electricity at home). Never mind that EV's are way more expensive than normal ICE cars/trucks. I really appreciate these videos, helps me decided my next ride.

[@AlejandroEarthPerson]

I agree. Loved the video, but it shows me it is not for normal people with average budget if you are really thinking of save money and use the truck for work. There are really good proved cheaper options. I do like EVs, would love to have one someday, but currently it’s still a luxury. Spending that much time on the mechanic is a no no for me.

[@snazzy]

That Tintic tunnel is awesome. If you ever want a shockingly excellent meal, hit up Cast Iron Bistro in Eureka!

[@bluesky9093]

Great video, I think Rivian is nailing it and will only keep getting better.

[@macfanguy]

Thanks for the update!

[@kuriakos]

20 miles a gallon while hauling, towing, and driving off road seems really optimistic to me.

[@TacVong]

Thank you for the video and after 10k miles on my dual motor performance, I came to the same conclusion as you. I love my R1T!

[@DrEarbuds]

Rivian is an impressive company . I'm not a truck guy so I am waiting for the future Rivian's

[@CliffSturgeon]

Solid over-time review. Was thinking I'd have to keep in mind this is a "very early generation" R1T review with all of the early adopter problems and those issues and the evolution of design was addressed. Nice work.

[@alsewilson6581]

He has finally changed the note 10+😮

[@Optora.]

wow, the price of the new glass makes me happy to live in Germany. if the glass can be repaired it is free of charge. if it has to be exchanged I pay 75€ as a quote that's it No matter how expensive the replacement is. That is part of car insurance I would never drive a day with a broken window.

[@melissasmess2773]

EV sales in Germany are down 30% from last year, probably wouldn't own this either.

[@imanoldurango8213]

I have a 96 bmw and constantly get hit by rocks but I’ve never once had one even chip the glass

[@antnyneveruploads]

I’m gonna be pedantic That Guy and say at 6:50 that’s the >front< drive unit. Glad you’ve had a great experience with it! Cheers to the next 20k miles 🍻

[@JohnHagenis_awesome]

I saw that cave and immediately thought tintic. Love that area.

[@--Paws--]

11:00 You can plant a garden with that amount of dirt.

[@jforstmann]

I reserved an R2 for when it comes out and intend to get it - should I wait for that or get an R1S now?

[@JerryRigEverything]

The R2 will definitely be cheaper! But a used R1S isn't priced too bad either. (Compared to what else is out there) buying a new vehicle is usually a bad financial idea.... unless you make money with that vehicle.

[@zeroturn7091]

@@JerryRigEverythingI’d say that it’s all relative. Financing is certainly more palatable when it comes to new vehicles vs. interest rates on used ones.

[@greenmatrix30seven]

Id go w/ the r1s tbh.

[@HAZYWAY]

Love it,you knew buying it there would be teething problems of the first gen and you would be doing this someday.

[@BakerStudiosIndy]

I have to praise Rivian for their commitment to service, continuing improvement, customer service. and overall quality. I've driven Rivians, Teslas, Mach-Es, and even the Cybertruck. If i could afford a new vehicle, Rivian would be my first choice.

[@MarioStoilov93]

A cracked windshield is NOT a cosmetic defect. It is designed to protect you from collision with larger objects as well and that crack compromises this ability. In most European countries (I am actually trying to think where this is NOT the case) a cracked windshield fails your technical inspection, which is yearly.

[@MartinzW]

Fails to an extent, you get a mark depending on the level of crack. But you are right generally. US has generally looser car safety laws than a lot of EU countries.

[@JJFlores197]

@@MartinzW And in California, there are no vehicle safety inspections. Its quite ironic as California is the most over regulated and taxed state in the US, but CA govt. doesn't care about how safe your car is. Your car can be in unsafe condition to drive and no one cares, but god forbid it doesn't pass smog test (emissions testing).

[@tihim__]

it's a truck. damage should be acceptable.

[@YamiSpyro2011]

Cool that Rivian allowed you to film them fixing your truck, good to have transparency with all this, no secrets to hide

[@jckatz]

There are a lot of Rivans in my neighborhood but only one cybertruck and I never once think 💬 what a tool 💬 when I see a Rivans driver.

[@no.ca5270]

6:22 BUT WHAT DOES THE GLASS DO??? Whaat does it do Jerry!!!

[@PrecisionAcc]

his name is Zach

[@Dawntreader233]

Very impressive that they let you film everything.

[@arijunal]

I always like the video before I watch it because its always Top Quality content.

[@sheforeal1134]

Now, Zack, that appears to be a S24 ultra and not a flip or an apple device

[@charlesdamien5849]

Zachary it's late go to bed

[@JerryRigEverything]

I totally agree with you.

[@vadimm6432]

Pretty sure the heated area at the bottom of the windshield is do "defrost" the wipers, so that they dont freeze to the windshield during icy conditions, or to release them after an ice storm

[@trashcan2660]

Isnt anyone gonna talk about the best outro with crashing of drone 🤣🤣

[@jamskinner]

That truck is not designed to be repaired.

[@samhklm]

Electric vehicles are simple, but the design of the body is mindlessly complex. After seeing that you must disassemble the entire bed for a tonneau cover and the frunk for the wind shield give me chills about the expiry of the 8 year warranty. It is interesting to see how is is all assembled.

[@pedrosantos4368]

Really interesting! Thansk for sharing with us

[@ferryperry7840]

*Jerry is like everyone's **_dream big brother_** ❤️💯*

[@tims8603]

Looks like a nice truck that's poorly designed from a repair standpoint. The fact that the windshield cracked so easily and the amount of labor required to replace it is ridiculous. The dirt and other stuff collecting under the bed is bad too.

[@jdbrinton]

I've got one of the first Lightnings and don't regret it either.

[@danpearson9718]

I’ve had a Launch Edition R1S for one year and 25k miles, no issues, car is fantastic.

[@jp2624]

"with gas being as cheap as it is right now" - you lost me after that statement lol

[@solomongabert6776]

Utah has good prices.

[@usptact]

Nice review, Jerry! 👍🏻