How towing impacts the range of the Rivian RT1
That said, in terms of energy consumption, the RT1 was far more efficient. During the same test, it traveled 42 miles using the equivalent of a gallon of gas. The Tundra traveled only 14.8 miles per gallon.
The cost to own an electric truck
Fuel efficiency impacts ownership costs for trucks far more than it does for regular cars, so some pickup drivers might be excited by the idea of switching off gasoline or diesel. But Rivian doesn’t actually make the transition very easy.
Insurance coverage for electric pickups
Car insurance is more expensive on average for pickup trucks than other types of vehicles already, and electric powertrains don’t make rates any better. EVs are still more expensive to insure than gas-powered cars because of the expense of replacing parts.