Rivian R2 Removes Backrest Seat Ventilation on Newer VINs [U]
Rivian R2s with VINs around 10,000 and higher are shipping with front seat ventilation in the bottom cushion only, with the backrest fan removed. An R2 technician confirmed the change… · Rivian R2
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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.
Rivian Partners With EnergyHub to Expand Smart EV Charging Programs
Rivian is partnering with EnergyHub to expand access to utility managed charging programs across North America, allowing owners to save on charging costs while helping stabilize the electric grid through smarter, automated charging.
Rivian Expands Service Network With 150+ Locations Planned
Rivian says its service experience is evolving to be faster, more proactive, and increasingly mobile, with 50+ new Service Centers planned, a major expansion of Mobile Service, and AI powered diagnostics designed to reduce wait times and keep owners out of the service bay altogether.
RivianTrackr Tire Guide Update Adds Reviews, AI Search and New Compare Tools
The RivianTrackr Tire Guide just received its biggest update yet, introducing user reviews, AI powered tire recommendations, improved mobile usability, new comparison tools, and over 190 Rivian compatible tires with R2 readiness built in.
Support Solar and Win a 2025 Rivian R1T or R1S
The Illinois Solar Education Association is raffling off a 2025 Rivian R1T or R1S to fund solar and energy storage education, with only 2,500 tickets available.
Rivian Autonomy+ Officially Launches With 2026.03 Update
Rivian’s 2026.03 update officially introduces Autonomy+, marking the transition of advanced hands free driving features into a subscription service while keeping all core safety systems standard and free for owners.
Rivian 2026.03 Hands-On Review, Dual Motor Apple Watch and Winter Improvements
Rivian’s 2026.03 software update is here and it’s a big one. In this video I break down the Dual-Motor updates, improvements to…
How Rivian R2 Suspension Differs From R1
Rivian’s R2 introduces a simpler semi-active coil suspension system compared to the air suspension setup found in R1, focusing on comfort and control without adjustable ride height. Here’s a straightforward breakdown of what that means and why it matters for everyday drivers.