Rivian News
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The Dual-Motor AWD Rivian R1S and R1T get EPA range ratings greater than promised, though horsepower is less than promised.
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Rivian patents tailgate with gooseneck hingesThe unique hinges would allow Rivian tailgates to swing down 180 degrees.
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Rivian R2 debuts in 2024, aiming for $40,000
The Riivan R2 will enter production in 2026, but a debut is set for 2024 and the automaker's aiming for a $40,000 base price.
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Rivian moving to Tesla charge port, Hyundai and Stellantis might too
Rivian is following Ford and GM in adopting the Tesla NACS charge port instead of the CCS port.
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Rivian R2 teased, Tank Turn shelved
A teaser of an R2 under a sheet shows an SUV likely about the size of a Jeep grand Cherokee.
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Rivian patents Ram Box-like bed storage system
Rivian's patent application includes outside bed sides that fold down to reveal storage compartments.
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EV startup Rivian now offers three powertrains to choose from, ranging from 600 to 835 hp.
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Rivian adds 390-mile Max Pack battery to R1S SUV
Rivian's R1S three-row electric SUV can now be fitted with the company's 180-kwh Max Pack battery.
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Rivian R1T no longer available with Max battery plus Quad-Motor powertrain
Rivian has dropped the 180-kwh battery and Quad-Motor combo on its R1T but the option is expected to return at a later date.
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Rivian R1T and R1S gain Snow mode in latest software update
Rivian's R1T and R1S EVs now have 10 dedicated driving modes.
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Rivian's electric van deal with Mercedes on hold
Rivian has pulled out of a deal with Mercedes just three months after announcing it.
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Rivian R2 platform delayed until 2026
Rivian is working on smaller, more affordable EVs that will be sold globally.
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Rivian has issued a recall on the R1S SUV, R1T pickup truck, and EDV van built for Amazon.
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Rivian loses Georgia tax breaks for second plant
A court decision means Rivian has lost millions in potential property tax savings for its planned Georgia plant.
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Mercedes-Benz and Rivian to partner on European electric van factory
A joint venture between Mercedes-Benz and Rivian will give Rivian its first manufacturing site in Europe.
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Rivian CEO previews new Camp Mode designed to automatically level vehicle at campsite
Rivian has more goodies coming for the R1T and R1S in its next over-the-air update.
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Review: 2023 Rivian R1S electrifies the adventure SUV
The 2023 R1S impresses as an electric combination of a Jeep Grand Cherokee and a Land Rover Range Rover. It’s priced accordingly, too.
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Rivian CEO apologizes, walks back R1T and R1S price increase for reservation holders
Rivian's price increases stay in effect moving forward, but the company will honor original pricing for anyone who preordered as of March 1.
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The new Rivian R1S and R1T dual-motor, smaller battery pack base models now cost about as much as the quad-motor models with a larger battery pack.
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Deep dive: Rivian R1T drive modes explained
The Rivian R1T is Motor Authority's Best Car To Buy 2022, and its multiple drive modes is one of the big reasons why.
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Rivian patents telescoping and folding tailgates, designs tailgate step
The electric automaker filed three patents for tailgate designs to keep up with innovative tailgates from traditional automakers.
Stephen Edelstein -
Let’s make the Rivian R1T better
The Rivian R1T would benefit from an 800-volt electrical architecture, smartphone compatibility, and physical buttons, but it’s still great without them.
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Rivian R1T: Motor Authority Best Car To Buy 2022
The Rivian R1T becomes the first electric vehicle to win Motor Authority’s Best Car To Buy award.
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Rivian picks Georgia for second vehicle plant
Rivian will build a plant near Atlanta, Georgia, with an annual capacity of 400,000 vehicles.
Viknesh Vijayenthiran
