[MacMerritt]

I didnt like the Cybertruck when it was announced. The tech specs looked great but that Stainless steel 1980s Sci-fi angles and design looked horrible to me.

The Rivian on the other hand looks nice, a kind of weird blend of futuristic and retro which I kind of like. The high price point and the low production numbers were the red flag for me. I do look forward to Rivian in the future as I think they have a bright future.

 

[MacMerritt]

I wonder if we'll ever see a Rivian/Ford collaboration on an EV since Ford is an investor. I heard there were plans with Lincoln but they got scrapped.

Possibly. I personally think Ford is investing more into the EV movement over other Legacy automakers. For GM/Cadillac and Dodge/Chrysler EVs will be more niche. I can see Ford offering up an EV Taurus, Flex or Edge, and expanding the F series.
For me Rivian, Lordstown, Lucid, and Tesla are the anti establishment movement that is great to force the fossils into either evolution or extinction. These new start ups and Tesla have the freedom to innovate and experiment since they are not beholden to the investors and board members of the Big 3 or even the Legacy foreign firms like Toyota or Honda.

 

[MacMerritt]

My Lighting will be assembled next month but I also have R1T and Cybertruck reservations. My plan is to take delivery of the Lightning and sell it once my Dual Motor Cybertruck is getting close to production. The amazing Supercharging network, dent and rustproof SS exterior, minimalist interior and service network has me hooked.

Love all of that on the Cybertruck except the exterior. I hate the angular childlike design.