FYI: Rivian’s Innovative Travel Kitchen: Bringing Culinary Comforts to Outdoor Adventures
A few years back, Rivian grabbed the attention of outdoor enthusiasts with their revolutionary modular kitchen designed for the R1T electric pickup’s gear tunnel. Although this original concept never reached consumers, the California-based automaker didn’t abandon the idea. Enter Rivian’s latest innovation: a new travel kitchen ready to elevate your camping experience.
Purpose-Built Camping Accessories
Rivian’s reputation for crafting adventure-ready vehicles is well-deserved. Their focus on enhancing the camping experience with purpose-built accessories is evident in their latest creation, a travel kitchen tailored for adventurous souls.
First Public Appearance
This cutting-edge camping accessory was unveiled at a recent meet-and-greet event hosted by Rivian in Pasadena, where the updated R1S and the upcoming R2 models were showcased. Thanks to Brian Tong’s YouTube channel, we can dive into the details of this remarkable new product.
Features and Pricing
The Rivian travel kitchen, priced at $1,400, comes equipped with:
- A two-burner induction cooktop for efficient cooking.
- A small handle for towels and utensils, keeping your essentials organized.
- A convenient drawer housing a chopping board and cutlery for meal prep.
- Dimmable LED lights to illuminate your cooking area.
- A foldable design that fits into a tailor-made bag for easy storage.
In Brian Tong’s video, the cooktop is connected to an R1S power outlet and secured to the tailgate, leveraging the existing hooks. However, the seamless integration of the travel kitchen with the R1T’s tailgate remains to be seen.
Future Integration with Rivian Models
Official photos revealed earlier this year suggest that the travel kitchen will be compatible with the forthcoming R2 and R3 models. These images depicted the kitchen mounted on a special storage box featuring latch points for secure installation. The box, complete with a water tank, cooler, and ample storage for cooking essentials, might be included in the $1,400 package, though specific details are yet to be confirmed.
Conclusion
Rivian’s new travel kitchen exemplifies the company’s dedication to enhancing outdoor adventures. This innovative, portable kitchen is set to become a must-have for camping aficionados who value both functionality and convenience. Stay tuned for more information when the product becomes available in Rivian’s online store.
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William Kouch, Editor of EV news for automotive.fyi
