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2022 Rivian R1T First Drive

Rivian is coming out with the first to market EV pickup truck. How does it drive compared to its internal combustion rivals?

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The two trucks we have here are the #1 and #2 in the electric truck segment: a Rivian R1T and a Hummer EV Pickup. Both are highly anticipated and exceptionally innovative. Our MotorTrend editors, Miguel Cortina and Christian Seabaugh compare the trucks from their power to their interior design and even touch on the Hummer’s crab walk feature. But in the end, there can only be one winner.

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Rivian R1T vs GMC Hummer EV Pickup: Comparison Test

This is the 2022 Rivian R1T, the first modern electric pickup to hit the market. It’s also our 2022 MotorTrend Truck of the Year — a first for an EV.

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2022 Rivian R1T Video Review: MotorTrend Buyer's Guide

Through our exhausting testing and judged against our meticulous criteria, we’ve chosen the Rivian R1T as our Truck of the Year. Hear from the MotorTrend team as they describe how Rivian impressed the judges and beat the competition on their first outing on the field.

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2022 MotorTrend Truck of the Year: Rivian R1T

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2026 Lexus RZ First Drive: RZ Goes F Sport

After a modified version of our regular SUV of the Year testing, one truck stood on top: The new Land Rover Defender. The brand's redesigned 4X4 icon impressed us with class-leading off-road performance as well as a serene ride once we were back on the freeway. Miguel Cortina explains how it clinched the calipers.

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2021 MotorTrend SUV of the Year: Land Rover Defender

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The 845-hp Cybertruck Beast faces off against Rivian's 850-hp R1T Tri Max in the only bragging-rights battle that matters. Which three-motor electric truck can outmuscle the other? You've gotta see this.

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Tug of War! Tesla Cybertruck Beast vs. Rivian R1T Tri Max!

If you're in the market for an EV truck, the F150 Lightning makes perfect sense. But then again, for just $20,000 more you could go BIG... with the Hummer EV. Which one is the better buy? Jonny Lieberman finds out!

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2022 GMC Hummer EV vs. 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning Comparison Test

The Jeep Wrangler is over 70-years-old. But the Toyota 4Runner is over 40. Which tried and true yet new off-roader makes the most sense in today’s world? Watch and find out!

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2025 Toyota 4Runner TRD Off-Road vs. 2025 Jeep Wrangler 4xe Willys ‘41: Old School Meets New Old School