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Rivian Paint Quality Has Substantially Improved But There Is More Refinement Needed!

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Coleton takes a look at a Forest Green Rivian R1S that's VIN 14,000 to see how Rivian paint quality is progressing and some issues like paint nibs, texturing, and consistency across metallic and plastic peices. Rivian has made huge strides and their attention to feedback is phenomenal. Where can they improve? Watch to find out. For more information on having your car detailed check out www.cleardetailing.com or email me at coleton@outofspecstudios.com Find all of our Amazon must-haves here: https://www.amazon.com/shop/outofspecreviews #rivian #r1s #buildquality #carpaintpolish 0:00 Intro 3:23 This Vehicle 6:34 Paint Nibs and Texture Assessment 12:56 Color Consistency 17:48 Sanding Around Badge 18:36 Piano Black Areas 21:47 Overall Texture Impressions 22:55 Paint Meter Explanation 25:57 Paint Meter Readings 28:11 Surprise Sanding Mark 29:19 Back to Paint Readings 31:44 Overall Impressions and Concerns

About Rivian

Rivian Automotive, Inc., is an American electric vehicle manufacturer and automotive technology company founded in 2009. It produces an electric sport utility vehicle (SUV), a pickup truck on a "skateboard" platform that can support future vehicles or be adopted by other companies, and an electric delivery van, the Rivian EDV. It started deliveries of its R1T pickup truck in late 2021. The company planned to build an exclusive charging network in the United States and Canada by the end of 2023. ...



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