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Tesla’s potential legal vulnerability arises from Rivian’s patent on range extender technology. However, given Tesla’s extensive patent portfolio and the possibility of counter-suing on existing patents, Kamisa predicts that Rivian's legal actions might be more costly than beneficial for Rivian.
In terms of performance metrics, the quad-motor Rivian, despite having an extra motor, lags behind the three-motor Cybertruck, which boasts superior ground clearance and overall efficiency, giving Tesla an edge in the electric truck segment.