[Vman455]

Originally Posted by redpoint5

My money is still on Tesla. Rivian is probably building off existing frames and not approaching the design problem as a blank slate.

Rivian developed their own platform, which they had on display at the NY Auto Show last fall. It's a skateboard design with the motors between the wheels, similar to Tesla:



They've made clever use of space. There's a huge front trunk, and a pass-through between the bed and cab that can hold skis, snowboards, golf clubs, etc. (and the door doubles as a seat).