11 Rivian R2 Accessories You Can Buy Now From EV Sportline
EV Sportline's R2 catalog now runs eleven products deep, from flow forged wheels and a 1.6-inch bolt-on lift to precut PPF, DIY tint, and a CarPlay screen that leaves no…
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Rivian RAD Is the Performance Brand Legacy Automakers Should Be Watching
Every serious automaker eventually does this. BMW has M. Mercedes has AMG. Ford has Raptor. Rivian now has RAD, and unlike those legacy programs, the first thing it delivered wasn’t a special edition truck. It was a software update that gave Quad-Motor owners race-proven tuning tools, straight from Pikes Peak to their driveway.
Rivian’s R2 Production Target Would Make It One of the Fastest EV Launches Ever
Rivian is targeting 20,000 to 25,000 R2 deliveries in the first six months of production, which would make it one of the fastest EV launches in U.S. history. Only the Tesla Model Y got there quicker.
Rivian Updates March 12 Messaging to Tease “Full R2 Lineup” Reveal at SXSW
Rivian updated its homepage and R2 website with a countdown to March 12, but the more interesting detail is a quiet shift in language. The company is now inviting people to “meet the full lineup” and that wording suggests there’s more coming than just the Launch Edition Dual-Motor AWD we’ve been talking about.
The Gas SUVs Rivian R2 Is Coming For in 2026
At $45,000 and up, the Rivian R2 is walking into the most competitive segment in the American market and asking gas buyers to switch. The competition is deep. The RAV4 is the best-selling SUV in America. The CR-V Hybrid is the best driver in the class. The Bronco Sport Badlands brings real trail hardware for less money. But none of them make 656 hp, none do 0-60 in 3.6 seconds, and none offer 300+ miles of range with zero gas costs. Here’s how every major ICE competitor stacks up against R2 and where Rivian’s pitch actually lands.
Everything Rivian Is Doing at SXSW 2026
Rivian is back as the headline sponsor of SXSW 2026, and this year it’s all about R2. From off-road passenger rides to panels with RJ Scaringe and Kara Swisher, here’s everything happening at the Electric Roadhouse in Austin from March 13 through 18.
Rivian’s R2 Will Be Among the First Vehicles to Launch With Next-Gen eSIM Technology
Rivian’s R2 will be one of the first vehicles in the world to launch with GSMA SGP.32-enabled eSIM technology, partnering with Giesecke+Devrient and AT&T to build a 5G connectivity platform designed to scale globally without hardware changes.
Everything Changes on March 12 for Rivian and the R2
March 12 isn’t just a product reveal. It’s the single most important day in Rivian’s history since the R1T rolled off the line in Normal, Illinois. We already know the broad strokes, but the real questions, like what the Launch Edition will actually cost and how Rivian structures the configurator and options, are still unanswered. Here’s what’s really at stake and why this moment is bigger than just a price drop.
Rivian Officially Launches Adventure Department (RAD) and Showcases Quad R1S at FAT Ice Race
Rivian has officially launched the Rivian Adventure Department, or RAD, its extreme testing and performance engineering team that feeds real world data directly into production vehicles. RAD Tuner, which debuted in December 2025 with update 2025.46 for Gen 2 Quad owners, is one of the clearest examples of that philosophy in action, and now the team is making its public debut at the 2026 FAT Ice Race in Big Sky, Montana with the new Quad R1S.
Rivian Partners With Mark Rober and CrunchLabs to Explain EV Technology
Rivian has partnered with Mark Rober and CrunchLabs to create fun, educational content that breaks down EV technology, safety, and engineering, starting with a live SXSW session and expanding into videos and events throughout the year.
Rivian Partners With ALLDATA to Expand Repair Access Nationwide
Rivian has partnered with ALLDATA to bring official OEM repair and diagnostic information to independent repair shops nationwide, expanding service access and helping reduce repair delays for owners.