Re:Rivian R1T is the first EV to win the longest off-road co...
by seanmcdirmid on Sunday October 22, 2023 @10:40PM
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I've heard that EV trucks are mostly unibodies given the structure they need to protect and support the battery underneath. But I think the F-150 lightning is simple body on frame (as you said, although I think you are confused that this doesn't exist yet?), and the new Silverado EV will be neither unibody nor body on frame, whatever that means.
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Re:Rivian R1T is the first EV to win the longest off-road co...
by bluGill on Monday October 23, 2023 @10:59AM
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Unibody and body on frame have different pros and cons. Most people buying a truck want a unibody. The F150 lightening is only available in the crew cab version - you can get cars with as much cargo space. If you are actually hauling heavy things, or towing a trailer then a frame is strong and better able to handle that. However if you are only hauling people with some light luggage then a unibody is plenty strong and betters resists twisting forces making for a nicer ride.