I Drive The Rivian R2 For The First Time! They Pretty Much Nailed It

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I drive the new Rivian R2 for the first time at Rivian’s second‑drive event in Park City, Utah – on road, highway, and proper off‑road trails – and I came away impressed!

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00:00:00 – Highlights
00:01:01 – Thank You Sponsors
00:01:17 – Hello & Welcome
00:02:24 – Overview & Driving Focus
00:07:11 – Interior & Drive Modes
00:08:23 – Powertrain Explained
00:14:55 – Setup & First Drive
00:27:03 – Regen & One‑Pedal Driving
00:32:30 – Motor Connect Tests
00:38:07 – Highway Driving & Assist
00:49:48 – Braking & Handling
01:02:50 – Off‑Road Prep & Trail Driving
01:10:26 – Hill Climb Test
01:24:00 – Preconditioning & Sound System
01:25:58 – Charging Test
01:31:09 – Power Electronics
01:33:21 – R2 Configuration Options
01:35:07 – Misc. Accessories
01:37:38 – Light Color Interior, Tent, & Base Trim
01:40:43 – Battery Pack, Motors, & Sensors
01:47:31 – Buy Now or Wait for LiDAR?
01:49:02 – Other Thoughts & Cooling Test
01:55:54 – My Wrap-Up