Rivian R1T vs Ford Lightning: Which Electric Truck Wins
The Rivian is the enthusiast choice. The Lightning is the working choice. Neither one is perfect, and the gap between them is bigger than the specs suggest.
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The Rivian is the enthusiast choice. The Lightning is the working choice. Neither one is perfect, and the gap between them is bigger than the specs suggest.
Every EV truck maker claims 10,000+ lb tow ratings. But range collapses, charging becomes a math problem, and the reality gap is bigger than anyone wants to admit.