# Rivian on The No Agenda Show Rivian comes up in 5 chapters across 5 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from November 2022 to November 2025. - **Chapters:** 5 - **Episodes:** 5 - **Discussed:** November 2022 – November 2025 - **Related topics:** [Amazon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amazon.md), [Electric Vehicles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/electric-vehicles.md), [Byd](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/byd.md), [Car Insurance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/car-insurance.md), [Charging Stations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/charging-stations.md), [Esg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/esg.md), [Ev Charging](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ev-charging.md), [Mercedes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mercedes.md), [Tax Credits](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tax-credits.md), [Tesla](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tesla.md) ## Chapters 1–5 of 5 ### Plummeting Used EV Prices and Battery Concerns - **Episode:** [1821: Genesis](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1821-genesis.md) - **Published:** 2025-11-30 - **Time:** 2:30:59–2:34:08 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1821-genesis/chapter/plummeting-used-ev-prices-and-battery-concerns.md The used electric vehicle (EV) market is seeing a significant price drop, with some models like the Rivian truck and Tesla Model Y losing nearly 50% of their value in a year. The expiration of federal tax credits and a surge in expiring leases are contributing to the price decline. While some analysts see this as a "bargain" opportunity, others remain concerned about battery longevity and charging infrastructure. Keywords: [electric vehicles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/electric-vehicles.md), [rivian](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rivian.md), [tesla](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tesla.md), [tax credits](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tax-credits.md), [byd](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/byd.md) ### Electric Vehicle Safety and Insurance Concerns - **Episode:** [1621: Haley's Comment](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1621-haley-s-comment.md) - **Published:** 2023-12-31 - **Time:** 1:06:46–1:08:43 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1621-haley-s-comment/chapter/electric-vehicle-safety-and-insurance-concerns.md Concerns over electric vehicle safety have increased following reports of a Mercedes loaner EV exploding in a residential garage. Additionally, Amazon has reportedly begun shifting some of its delivery fleet back to diesel vehicles due to the impracticality of electric trucks for certain routes. Keywords: [mercedes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mercedes.md), ev fire, [rivian](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rivian.md), [amazon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amazon.md), [car insurance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/car-insurance.md) ### Amazon Rivian Vans Powered by Diesel Generators - **Episode:** [1612: Global Donut](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1612-global-donut.md) - **Published:** 2023-12-06 - **Time:** 1:40:56–1:41:42 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1612-global-donut/chapter/amazon-rivian-vans-powered-by-diesel-generators.md A "Boots on the Ground" report from an Amazon engineer claims that due to power grid limitations, Amazon is using diesel-powered generators to charge its fleet of Rivian electric delivery vans. The hosts highlight the irony of using fossil fuels to power "green" transportation. Keywords: [amazon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amazon.md), [rivian](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rivian.md), [electric vehicles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/electric-vehicles.md), diesel generators, [charging stations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/charging-stations.md) ### EV Market Decline, Amazon Rivian Issues - **Episode:** [1603: Rolling Start](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1603-rolling-start.md) - **Published:** 2023-10-29 - **Time:** 1:17:51–1:21:34 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1603-rolling-start/chapter/ev-market-decline-amazon-rivian-issues.md Toyota Chairman Akio Toyoda suggested consumers are "waking up" to the drawbacks of electric vehicles as global demand softens. Internal reports from Amazon's safety division reveal significant issues with Rivian electric delivery vans, including six vehicle fires caused by thermal runaway. These technical failures and high insurance costs are leading major corporations to reconsider their aggressive carbon-reduction goals. Keywords: [toyota](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/toyota.md), [rivian](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rivian.md), [amazon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amazon.md), [electric vehicles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/electric-vehicles.md), [esg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/esg.md) ### Electric Vehicle Charging Failures, Electrify America, and Amazon Rivian Vans - **Episode:** [1506: Dr. Whoopi](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1506-dr-whoopi.md) - **Published:** 2022-11-26 - **Time:** 37:28–39:25 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1506-dr-whoopi/chapter/electric-vehicle-charging-failures-electrify-america-and-amazon-rivian-vans.md An anonymous electrical engineer reported widespread reliability issues with public EV charging stations, specifically those operated by Electrify America. The report noted that while chargers are marketed at 350 kilowatts, most vehicles only pull 50 to 65 kilowatts, leading to longer charge times than consumers expect. Additionally, Amazon's Rivian delivery vans at Boston sites are reportedly limited by a 140-mile range and slow overnight charging. Keywords: electrify america, [volkswagen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/volkswagen.md), [rivian](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rivian.md), [amazon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amazon.md), [ev charging](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ev-charging.md) --- This is the markdown version of a page on The No Agenda Show for AI agents. 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