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If we tried to maintain the exact same battery tech for the next 50yrs, this guy might be right. However, battery tech is advancing quickly, improving novel methodologies for mineral extraction, increasing density and range. Is it perfect today? Not by a long shot but it's getting better. I'm...

I got mine about 6 mos ago and love it. I live in TX so range is a concern. Thankfully, with 300 miles, I haven't found a limitation yet. For reference, with my'97 Tacoma I get 16mpg which gives me ~250 miles of range. I carry an extra jerry can to get an extra 75-80 miles so an EV that costs...

Thanks for that insight. You are correct that it's difficult to disassemble the packs. Along with logistics and grading, it's one of the largest cost drivers. Fortunately new technologies are in the works that will help improve this (LFP, solid-state, etc.) and improved methodologies for...

That's a fair opinion to have if you've only seen them parked. When they are not in Off Road mode, putting the vehicle in park lowers it to less than 8" from the ground (sport mode height). However, when you go offroading, the suspension raises to give you 15" of clearance with a flat, armored...

I blocked my calendar to ensure I make the next one.

Funny considering that Rivian's come with larger stock tires than jeeps and have better clearance

Won't be able to make this one. I'll be camping at Hidden Falls but will try to catch the next one.

Curious, what's fairy tale about it. I work in this field and see it every day. Companies like Spiers New Technologies recycle used EV batteries into second life applications. If there's something I am missing I'd be interested in learning.

Having a 1st Gen Tacoma and also a Rivian, I have a few thoughts on how they compare for overlanding. First with regard to range, my Rivian actually has more off road range. I have been getting about 220-240 miles per charge from the Rivian whereas I get about 200 miles in the Toyota. The Toyota...

Thanks for the heads up. Hope to catch you on another trip. What truck did you order?

I'm definitely interested in doing the NM BDR but leading a Big Bend trip the same month and not sure I can get away with both. I may have to wait until the fall.

Hey @Rav4_Overland that was actually the 3rd, this past weekend. I didn't realize you were interested in joining, apologies. TBH, it was like camping in a parking lot but the company was good. I'm going camping with the fam in Bastrop this weekend but down to go any weekend you want.

Yep, that was him. Sound good.

That's funny. My buddy @Raptorlander was there the same time. You should join us.

You'll have to come along to see :wink:

Hey @Davcrobi, yes, May 25-28. If you click on the Rally Point it should have the details and allow you to RSVP. Let me know if you have any questions.

This will be our 3rd Annual Big Bend trip. I have 40 acres on the Terlingua Ranch that serves as a great base camp for the Big Bend area. We're 30 miles from the National Park( 39 to Panther Junction) . 40 Miles to Study Butte-Terlingua, 100 Miles to BBRSP. There are no facilities so you need...

It was great meeting you all today and looking forward to future trips. Thanks @Rav4_Overland for setting this up. Great little spot for connecting with those from the surrounding areas. @Potlickinpirate I'll message you about Goliad.

That's wild. I can't imagine an RV park without 220V. I thought most RVs and travel trailers needed 30 or 50A connections.

That sucks. Having crossed West TX and New Mexico on my way to Colorado, I know the anxiety of not having access to 220. On my route I planned a backup charger for every stop and then had a backup to my backup just in case. I actually had to use this in Lubbock because the one fast charger they...