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Team Pushes Rivian R1T to Break Cannonball Run Record

12/30/2025

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The team attempted to break the Cannonball Run record with a modified 2022 Rivian R1T, using 310 kWh for a 620-mile theoretical range.
The truck's bed is filled with extra battery modules, which limits its pickup utility.
Led by Ryan, the team faced challenges on the first attempt, then added a Mega Pack of crash-tested Rivian batteries to reach 510 miles at 68 mph.

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Story summary

The team attempted to break the Cannonball Run record with a modified 2022 Rivian R1T, using 310 kWh for a 620-mile theoretical range.
The truck's bed is filled with extra battery modules, which limits its pickup utility.
Led by Ryan, the team faced challenges on the first attempt, then added a Mega Pack of crash-tested Rivian batteries to reach 510 miles at 68 mph.