The Rivian R1T can now run a solar tonneau cover called Solis from Worksport. It generates up to 250 W and charges an external battery in four hours. Here is the USD-to-PLN price estimate and a head-to-head with Rivian's own cover.
New release! The Rivian R1T can now double as a mobile solar power plant. It is not cheap, but the topic deserves a closer look.
Do you own a Rivian R1T and dream of energy independence? Worksport from New York has just released Solis, a truck-bed cover with built-in solar panels. It generates up to 250 watts of power and charges an external battery in four hours. Think of it as a sun-powered charger mounted on the bed – and yes, it really works. It costs just 1,999 USD, and paying 2,500 USD gets you the full setup. Note, though, that the price does not feel quite as shocking until you convert it to Polish złoty.
There is no official Polish price – Worksport only sells overseas.
But if the average USD/PLN rate is 4.5, then 1,999 USD equals roughly 9,000 PLN. The 949 USD add-on equals roughly 4,270 PLN. That puts the solar cover plus battery at around 13,300 PLN – and that is before taxes and VAT. Anyone expecting an "affordable" price… well, at least there is plenty to complain about.
The table above compares two models: Solis and Rivian's own tonneau cover. Solis offers a better price and power output, making it an attractive choice for people looking for off-grid solutions.
Rivian offers its own cover – for a full 3,300 USD with installation included. Unfortunately, earlier versions were as loud as a jet taking off, and compatibility depends on the wiring harness in your VIN. And Solis? It swaps motors for solar panels and adds an extra battery.
In theory: shiny panels, four hours of charging and off you go. In practice, it actually works – 250 W, a four-hour charge, and the truck just sits in the parking lot and powers itself. So if you like camping off the grid without mains power, Solis will come in handy.
The Rivian R1T with Solis is like a Tesla with a diesel engine – absurd, but it works. You take an electric pickup, mount a solar roof on it, and suddenly you are energy independent like Robinson Crusoe on a kiteboard. Is it sensible? Absolutely not. Does it work? On paper – and if you happen to have 13,000 PLN to spend – yes. Nobody in Poland has priced this officially yet. Our 13,300 PLN estimate is only the start of the bill. Rivian may offer something quieter, but without the sun. Solis delivers sun and power, at the price of a small used car.
Q: Is Solis available in Poland?
A: At present, Solis is not available in Poland. Worksport only sells it in the USA, and no official price in PLN has been set.
Q: How long does it take to charge the battery with Solis?
A: Solis charges in four hours, generating up to 250 watts of power, which is enough to run tools.
Q: What is the price of the Rivian R1T in Poland?
A: The Rivian R1T is not officially available in Poland yet, but its US price starts at around 73,000 USD, which converts to roughly 328,500 PLN.
| Model | Price (USD) | Power (W) | Charge time (h) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Solis | 1999 | 250 | 4 |
| Rivian Tonneau Cover | 3300 |
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