We test drove the Amazon Rivian electric van

Share on email 10,000Having driven many a U-Haul through NYC to move apartments, and once, a big RV 900 miles from Tennessee to Staten Island — I'm not unaccustomed to operating large vehicles on a variety of roads.Despite being 5'2, I was able to climb in and out of the 700 cubic feet version of the Rivian truck comfortably thanks to built-in steps and plenty of handlebars. The vehicles could be a valuable draw amid tight competition for gig and delivery workers.

After all, everything else being equal — pay, type of job, overall industry culture — a driver's work environment is their vehicle. And comfort and safety matter, asI half-jokingly suggested to Amazon that nap pods or a hammock be installed in the cargo area where some shelves can be folded against the wall of the truck. I've also asked if bathrooms could be designed into the vehicles in the future or if they've considered it already. Stay tuned for answers.

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