Rivian has partnered with Grey's Anatomy to create a custom electric ambulance for the long-running medical drama series. The unique vehicle, dubbed the "vanbulance," is a modified version of Rivian's Commercial Van, designed to serve two purposes: to provide a safe and emission-free environment on set while also incorporating a green storyline.
The custom ambulance features rear double doors instead of a roll-up one, allowing for easier access and more flexibility during filming. Its walls and roof panels are removable, enabling cameras to reach the required angles for interior shots. Additional modifications include custom lighting, an exterior wrap reading "Seattle Emergency Response Services," and a side entry to the cargo area.
Rivian worked closely with the Huntington Beach Fire Department and the Los Angeles Fire Department to inform the interior layout of the ambulance, ensuring that it met the specific needs of first responders. The company emphasizes that the elimination of engine noise brought a welcome quiet while cameras were rolling, creating an ideal environment for capturing high-quality footage.
The electric ambulance made its debut in the November 13 episode of Grey's Anatomy and was featured more prominently in a recent episode. Rivian chose this week to highlight their partnership with the show, demonstrating the growing trend of Hollywood productions embracing environmentally friendly technologies.
The custom ambulance features rear double doors instead of a roll-up one, allowing for easier access and more flexibility during filming. Its walls and roof panels are removable, enabling cameras to reach the required angles for interior shots. Additional modifications include custom lighting, an exterior wrap reading "Seattle Emergency Response Services," and a side entry to the cargo area.
Rivian worked closely with the Huntington Beach Fire Department and the Los Angeles Fire Department to inform the interior layout of the ambulance, ensuring that it met the specific needs of first responders. The company emphasizes that the elimination of engine noise brought a welcome quiet while cameras were rolling, creating an ideal environment for capturing high-quality footage.
The electric ambulance made its debut in the November 13 episode of Grey's Anatomy and was featured more prominently in a recent episode. Rivian chose this week to highlight their partnership with the show, demonstrating the growing trend of Hollywood productions embracing environmentally friendly technologies.
! It's awesome to see a major TV production like this investing in sustainable tech - it sets a great example for the film industry as a whole. I mean, can you imagine how cool it must be to work on a show that not only makes great drama but also promotes green living? 
And who knows, maybe this custom van will inspire more productions to make the switch to electric vehicles! 
. An ambulance that doubles as an eco-friendly set prop? It sounds like a marketing gimmick to me 
. I mean, what's next? Electric wheelchairs for hospital scenes? 
Let's be real, the greenwashing is on point here 
. But hey, if it gets people excited about electric vehicles, then I'm all for it 
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I mean, back in my day, we didn't even have fancy ambulances, let alone ones with electric motors! Remember those old-school ambulances from Grey's Anatomy's early seasons? They were so outdated. Anyway, I'm glad to see Rivian and the show getting on board with eco-friendliness, it's about time, right? 
And can you imagine how cool it must be for the actors to film in an ambulance that's basically a silent machine? No more pesky engine noise to deal with! It's just wild thinking about how far tech has come.
. Plus, having a side entry and removable panels is just so cool (pun intended) 
. It's awesome to see Hollywood productions starting to get on board with green technologies, and I'm all about supporting that 
. Can't wait to see more innovative eco-friendly sets in the future 
, just saw that the Amazon River has been contaminated by oil spills again 
, it's like they can't even protect their own waterways... and now I'm supposed to be all happy about an electric ambulance in a TV show? 