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Rivian Adds Dual-Motor Large Pack R1T EVs To Inventory

Rivian Adds Dual-Motor Large Pack R1T EVs To Inventory

The 410-mile Max Pack variant isn’t in the online shop yet.

By Iulian Dnistran 21 September 2023

US: Rivian EV Registrations Appear Stronger Than Some Other Startups

US: Rivian EV Registrations Appear Stronger Than Some Other Startups

Lucid and VinFast numbers remain relatively low, while Fisker is just starting its EV sales adventure.

By Mark Kane 15 September 2023

Rivian Improves R1T, R1S Ride Comfort Through OTA Software Update

Rivian Improves R1T, R1S Ride Comfort Through OTA Software Update

Software version 2023.34.0 also adds a new option for setting the driving speed while using adaptive cruise control.

By Iulian Dnistran 15 September 2023

Redesigned Rivian R1T Powered Tonneau Cover To Debut In Gear Shop In 2024

Redesigned Rivian R1T Powered Tonneau Cover To Debut In Gear Shop In 2024

Customers will also be able to buy the manual tonneau cover as an accessory later this year.

By Iulian Dnistran 07 September 2023

Range / Efficiency

Rivian R1T Dual-Motor Max Pack Gets 410 Miles Of EPA Range

Rivian R1T Dual-Motor Max Pack Gets 410 Miles Of EPA Range

Even with 20-inch all-terrain wheels, it will go over 350 miles.

By Mark Kane 30 August 2023

Rivian To Discontinue Compass Yellow Paint For R1T And R1S

Rivian To Discontinue Compass Yellow Paint For R1T And R1S

The 20-inch all-terrain Bright wheels will also disappear from Rivian’s options list.

By Iulian Dnistran 28 August 2023

Rivian R1T And R1S Now Compatible With EVgo's Autocharge+ Feature

Rivian R1T And R1S Now Compatible With EVgo's Autocharge+ Feature

Autocharge+ allows drivers to initiate a charging session by simply plugging in their vehicle to an EVgo fast charger.

By Dan Mihalascu 16 August 2023

Range / Efficiency

Rivian R1T Dual-Motor Large Pack Gets Over 350 Miles Of EPA Range

Rivian R1T Dual-Motor Large Pack Gets Over 350 Miles Of EPA Range

The efficiency is noticeably better than in the case of the Quad-Motor version.

By Mark Kane 15 August 2023

Rivian R1T Spotted With Test Plates Near Hyundai’s Korean R&D Center

Rivian R1T Spotted With Test Plates Near Hyundai’s Korean R&D Center

Is Hyundai benchmarking the American EV pickup for its own upcoming truck?

By Iulian Dnistran 14 August 2023

Rivian Will Not Join Tesla And Lucid In Cutting Prices To Spur Sales

Rivian Will Not Join Tesla And Lucid In Cutting Prices To Spur Sales

CEO RJ Scaringe said Rivian sees continued strong demand for its R1T and R1S.

By Dan Mihalascu 09 August 2023

Repair / Maintenance

Rivian Limits Warranty For Dual Motor R1T And R1S Vehicles

Rivian Limits Warranty For Dual Motor R1T And R1S Vehicles

Rivian reduces its 5-year basic warranty to 4-years when opting for the lower-priced Dual Motor R1T and R1S.

By Andrew Lambrecht 30 July 2023

Rivian Showcases Performance Dual-Motor R1T In Giggle-Filled Customer Video

Rivian Showcases Performance Dual-Motor R1T In Giggle-Filled Customer Video

The Performance variant of Rivian’s Enduro dual-motor setup makes up to 665 horsepower.

By Iulian Dnistran 17 July 2023

Races and Chases

See Rivian R1T Take On Ford Explorer ST In All-American Drag Race

See Rivian R1T Take On Ford Explorer ST In All-American Drag Race

One is an all-electric adventure pickup while the other is a sporty gas-powered SUV.

By Iulian Dnistran 11 July 2023

Rivian Tripled EV Production And Deliveries In Q2 2023

Rivian Tripled EV Production And Deliveries In Q2 2023

It was the best quarter in the company's history.

By Mark Kane 03 July 2023

Ownership Experience

YouTuber Reveals 3 Things He Hates About His Rivian R1T After 1 Year

YouTuber Reveals 3 Things He Hates About His Rivian R1T After 1 Year

JerryRigEverything drove the truck for over 10,000 miles and discovered some issues that could cause headaches further down the road.

By Iulian Dnistran 26 June 2023

Rivian Has Started Shipping The Manual Tonneau Cover For The R1T

Rivian Has Started Shipping The Manual Tonneau Cover For The R1T

The redesigned motorized version is also in the works and scheduled for delivery this summer.

By Iulian Dnistran 20 June 2023

Rivian To Implement Tesla Charging Port On R1S And R1T

Rivian To Implement Tesla Charging Port On R1S And R1T

The deal will give Rivian owners access to Tesla’s 12,000+ Superchargers from 2024.

By Iulian Dnistran 20 June 2023

Fast Lane To Rivian Ownership: Drive Home R1T On Same Day At This Event

Fast Lane To Rivian Ownership: Drive Home R1T On Same Day At This Event

Customers who visit the brand’s Normal, Illinois plant next weekend might be able to buy the R1T at the ‘one-day sales event.’

By Suvrat Kothari 12 June 2023

Rivian R1T Bursts Into Flames At Electrify America Station

Rivian R1T Bursts Into Flames At Electrify America Station

Rivian said in a statement that it doesn't believe the vehicle's high voltage battery was involved in the fire.

By Dan Mihalascu 06 June 2023

Rivian R1T Tie Rod Breaks In Moab, Sketchy Trail Fix Keeps It Moving

Rivian R1T Tie Rod Breaks In Moab, Sketchy Trail Fix Keeps It Moving

Reversing through Hell’s Gate snapped a tie rod, but a welder and some spare rebar came to the rescue.

By Iulian Dnistran 05 June 2023

Range / Efficiency

Unlocking Rivian R1T’s Maximum Range: Owner Shares Insights

Unlocking Rivian R1T’s Maximum Range: Owner Shares Insights

If you frequently wander off the beaten path in your Rivian R1T, these tips might help you cover the extra mile

By Suvrat Kothari 31 May 2023

Ownership Experience

Rich Rebuilds Gets $37,000 Repair Bill For Seemingly Minor Rivian R1T Damage

Rich Rebuilds Gets $37,000 Repair Bill For Seemingly Minor Rivian R1T Damage

The YouTuber known for bringing dead Teslas back to life got a nasty surprise from the body shop.

By Iulian Dnistran 30 May 2023

Rivian CEO Says Tank Turn Mode Not Coming To R1T And R1S After All

Rivian CEO Says Tank Turn Mode Not Coming To R1T And R1S After All

RJ Scaringe said Tank Turn goes against the company's messaging to respect the environment while off-roading.

By Dan Mihalascu 29 May 2023

Manufacturing / Production

First Dual-Motor Rivian R1T Rolls Off The Assembly Line

First Dual-Motor Rivian R1T Rolls Off The Assembly Line

Deliveries of dual-motor Rivian R1S and R1T vehicles will begin in June.

By Dan Mihalascu 26 May 2023

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