With snow already hitting many parts of the country, some car buyers may be thinking about buying a vehicle that is good for driving in snow. Pickup trucks are often the vehicle of choice for excursions into the fluffy white stuff. And the best truck to drive in the snow is an EV: the all-electric Rivian R1T.
The all-electric Rivian R1T is the best truck for driving in the snow
As we detailed in a previous article, the all-electric Rivian R1T has advantages over gas-powered off-road pickup trucks. Many of these same off-road attributes apply to efficient and safe driving in the snow.
For one thing, the Rivian R1T EV truck comes equipped with a four-motor all-wheel drive system. The specs for the four motor system are astounding. It offers 835 horsepower and 908 lb-ft of torque, with a 0-60 mph time of 3.0 seconds. The impressive output of the quad motor system allows the R1T to power through heavy snow.
However, the departure of the four-motor system only tells part of the story. With an electric motor for each wheel, power is channeled to a specific wheel as needed for maximum traction. Also, the torque delivery for the EV truck is instantaneous. This is especially important when driving on snow, as the instantaneous delivery of torque prevents wheel spin.
Adjustable Air Suspension on Rivian R1T EV
Along with its quad-motor four-wheel-drive system, the adjustable air suspension helps make the Rivian R1T the best truck for driving in snowy conditions. This adjustable air suspension allows you to raise and lower the height of the electric truck.
To drive in deep snow, you can raise the Rivian R1T at a ground clearance of 14.9 inches. While other trucks can have a hard time getting through deep snow, the high ground clearance gives the R1T a huge advantage in the winter.
By contrast, the truck EV can be lowered to 7.9 inches. For some truck drivers, snow is not considered an inconvenience. It is an attraction, especially for skiers and snowboarders. Snow enthusiasts can benefit from the ability to lower the R1T’s ground clearance to 7.9 inches as it makes it easier to load their gear. Plus, the R1T has a unique gear tunnel that runs the width of the truck. The gear tunnel is excellent for storing long items, such as skis.
Other features that help the R1T electric truck to drive in snowy conditions
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In addition, the Rivian R1T electric truck has a wading depth of more than one meter. While wading depth generally refers to driving through water, it is also pertinent to driving in snow. With increased fording depth, the R1T is less likely to be damaged when driving in deep, wet snow compared to other trucks.
In addition, the EV truck has many selectable driving modes for various conditions. This includes All Purpose, Sport, Conservation, Off Road Car, Off Road Rock Crawl, Off Road Drift, Off Road Rally, and Tow Mode. In addition, the R1T also offers traction-enhancing off-road tires, as well as a wide range of cargo and adventure gear accessories.
If you want a truck that’s good for snowy conditions, then look no further than the all-electric Rivian R1T. With its quad motor four-wheel drive system, adjustable air suspension and other features, the R1T EV is the ultimate truck for driving in the snow.