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Rivian is making a significant play for advanced autonomous driving with its new Autonomy+ system, aiming to offer true point-to-point navigation for owners across the U.S. and Canada. This sophisticated Level 3 system, demonstrated in a Rivian R1S, represents a bold step towards fully self-driving vehicles, including future robotaxi services and widespread consumer adoption.
Rivian is significantly upgrading its R1S SUV and R1T pickup with a new software update, delivering a host of new features and improvements to existing vehicles. This over-the-air update brings capabilities previously seen in newer models to the entire R1 fleet, making older trucks and SUVs feel fresh off the line.
Rivian is implementing a significant over-the-air software update across its entire passenger EV lineup, including the original R1 models. This extensive upgrade introduces new infotainment capabilities, including Waze-like crowd-sourced speed trap and hazard reporting, alongside improved navigation and media playback options.
Rivian is issuing a new recall for over 30,000 R1T and R1S electric vehicles, expanding on a previous safety campaign related to faulty turn signal indicators. The issue, which can prevent the signals from flashing correctly, impacts both the company's electric pickup and SUV models.
Rivian has introduced significant updates to its 2027 R1S SUV and R1T pickup, including a newly designed tri-motor variant and an improved battery pack that extends range. Alongside these technical enhancements, the EV maker has streamlined its trim level offerings, aiming for a more straightforward purchasing experience for customers.
Rivian is introducing significant updates for its R1T pickup and R1S SUV for the 2027 model year, aiming to streamline trim levels and enhance interior offerings. Among the key improvements, the R1S will gain a highly anticipated captain's chair configuration, alongside new color options and adjusted pricing for both flagship models.
Rivian is finally addressing a long-standing customer request by introducing second-row captain's chairs for its R1S electric SUV. This move responds to owner feedback seeking greater comfort and easier access to the third row, particularly for families with young children.
Rivian has introduced significant updates for its 2027 R1S SUV and R1T pickup, including the highly anticipated second-row captain's chairs for the R1S. These changes accompany a streamlined trim structure, new standard wheels, and fresh paint options across the lineup. However, these enhancements come with increased starting prices for both electric truck models.
Rivian is enhancing its R1S electric SUV for 2027, introducing a simplified trim structure that makes customization more straightforward for buyers. This refresh also brings a highly anticipated interior feature, addressing frequent requests from current owners and enthusiasts. Despite these changes, Rivian maintains the R1S's starting price, aiming to offer better value and a more refined ownership experience.
Rivian is introducing a highly anticipated new feature to its 2027 R1S electric SUV: optional captain's chairs for the second row. This upgrade, a top request from customers, aims to enhance comfort and accessibility while pricing for the updated models remains consistent with the current lineup.
Rivian is rolling out significant upgrades for its 2027 R1S SUV and R1T pickup, focusing on improved comfort, capability, and a simplified purchasing experience. The refresh includes new luxury options like captain's chairs, more robust off-road tire choices, and a streamlined trim structure designed to cater to a wider range of buyers.
Rivian is implementing rigorous quality control for its R1S SUV by employing a unique paint testing process. This involves partially painting vehicles to meticulously evaluate paint adhesion, finish, and durability under various conditions. The thorough approach underscores Rivian's commitment to delivering premium build quality.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued a recall for certain Rivian R1T pickup trucks and R1S SUVs. The recall addresses a software issue within the air bag system that could prevent proper deployment in a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Rivian will provide an over-the-air (OTA) software update to resolve this problem.
Rivian announced a significant increase to its annual production guidance after exceeding delivery estimates for the second quarter. The EV manufacturer delivered 12,640 vehicles, outperforming analyst expectations and demonstrating healthy demand for its R1T and R1S models.
Rivian has ceased offering the 'Standard' battery pack configuration for its R1T pickup and R1S SUV models, effectively increasing the base price by $7,000. New buyers will now find the 'Large' battery pack as the entry-level option, pushing the starting cost for both vehicles to $81,795.
Rivian has eliminated its most affordable R1T pickup and R1S SUV configurations, effectively increasing the starting price for both models. This move removes the Dual-Motor Standard Pack versions and makes the Large Pack the new entry-level option, benefiting from a significant range boost.
Rivian has officially discontinued the most affordable configurations of its R1T pickup and R1S SUV, removing the 'Standard' battery pack option from its online configurator. This move streamlines production as the company prepares to introduce its smaller, more budget-friendly R2 platform models.
