Should you charge your Rivian every night?
Generally, you shouldn’t charge your EV to 100% battery every single night because charging cycles can degrade your battery. Most EVs on the market have a range of a few hundred miles on a single full charge. Unless you are driving long distances every day, that charge should last you a few days. As EVs get older, the batteries progressively degrade. It is expected that at around 75% of the battery’s original capacity, it has reached the end of its life in an EV. In reality what this means is that if the car was sold with 400 km driving range, at the end of its useful life it could be down to around 300 km.Yes, when EV batteries reach the end of their working life, they will be recycled. In the US, when the typical 8- to 10-year battery warranty has expired, most EV providers can reuse the batteries for a second or third time.Electric car batteries typically last 10–20 years, depending on climate, driving habits, and charging practices. Most automakers guarantee at least 70% capacity for 8–10 years or 100,000 miles under warranty (opens in a new tab) . California extends that warranty to 10 years or 150,000 miles.
Is Rivian or tesla better?
Both of these large electric SUVs have impressive performance, but the Rivian R1S is a more complete luxury package and a more complete SUV when it comes to interior comfort, off-roading capability, and three-row roominess. The Model X handles better and charges quicker, however. The Rivian R1S is Best for Affluent Families Rear climate control is easy to control from the central screen, and the ride and entry height made getting kids in and out of their car seats a breeze. While driving, it was smooth, but the price makes it a very niche family hauler.Family SUV goes 0-60 faster than a Ferrari 😎 850HP tri-motor launch control in the Rivian R1S = absolute violence. But drive it like a normal human and it’s the most civilized luxury SUV you’ve ever experienced.