Is The 2027 R2 Going To Make Or Break Rivian? | Ep. 342

Go to https://www.autotempest.com/ for everything you need when searching for a new vehicle!( https://www.alltfl.com/ ) Check out our new spot to find ALL our content, from news to videos and our podcasts!In this episode of TFL Car Chat, Roman and Tommy unpack a massive week of first drives and new garage additions, starting with a deep dive into the highly anticipated 2027 Rivian R2. Roman traveled to Park City, Utah, to get a first look at the brand’s all-new, smaller electric SUV. The R2 aims to take on the popular Tesla Model Y with a much more affordable starting price around $45,000. Roman chats with the chief engineer about the vehicle's cool features, including a giant glass roof, clever clickable steering wheel controls, a roll-down rear window just like a Toyota 4Runner, and an awesome custom "Treehouse" rooftop tent. While the R2 delivers a remarkably smooth ride and plenty of backseat space, the hosts wonder if looking so much like its bigger, more expensive sibling will help it stand out or make it blend into the crowd.The conversation quickly takes a hilarious turn into a classic father-son debate: do all electric cars ultimately feel the exact same to drive? Tommy argues that weight, steering, and suspension make EV's unique, while Roman doubles down on the idea that without the sound and shifting of a gas engine, they all just feel like heavy, fast-accelerating appliances. Moving away from electric power, the guys celebrate a brand-new addition to the TFL fleet: a beautiful, bright red 1977 Fiat 124 Spider classic convertible. They debate the merits of buying a flawless, shiny weekend cruiser versus keeping their rugged, beat-up green project Fiat, setting up a high-stakes road trip to see if their new Italian classic can survive the grueling climb over Colorado's highest mountain passes. Finally, Roman wraps up the show with his thoughts on tracking through the red rocks of Sedona, Arizona, in a luxurious GMC Sierra off-road truck.( http://www.patreon.com/tflcar ) Visit our Patreon page to support the TFL team!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy