Rivian Gets $1B Volkswagen Loan, No Payments Until 2028
Rivian closed its $1 billion loan from Volkswagen today at a 6.03% rate fixed for 10 years, with no payment due until October 2028. The loan is backed only by… · Company News
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Rivian Recalls 98,828 EVs Over Rearview Camera Bug, Fix Already Out
Rivian is recalling 98,828 R1T, R1S, and R2 vehicles over a software bug that could block the rearview camera image with a notification. The fix already went out over the air, which says a lot about how outdated the US recall process has become.
Honeywell Aerospace Sues Rivian and Lucid Over Patent Infringement
Honeywell Aerospace has sued Rivian over seven patents it says cover tech like sensor fusion, hazard detection, and autonomous navigation. Lucid got hit with its own lawsuit the same day, less than three months after Honeywell Aerospace became an independent company.
Rivian R2 Hits 2030 Carbon Goal Four Years Early
Rivian’s new R2 cuts its lifecycle carbon footprint in half compared to the R1S Launch Edition, hitting the company’s 2030 target four years ahead of schedule. The new impact report also covers recycled materials, smart charging, and Rivian’s growing factory footprint.
Rivian’s RJ Expects Chinese EVs in the U.S.
RJ Scaringe told The New York Times that Chinese automakers will likely be able to sell in the U.S. eventually, and that tariffs are what’s keeping things balanced until then. He also sees robotics as the other way American manufacturing closes the cost gap.
Rivian R3 and R4 Will Cost Less Than R2, RJ Scaringe Says
RJ Scaringe told The New York Times that R3 will land “materially lower” in price than R2, and that R4 will push prices down even further. There’s no pricing or timeline yet, but it’s the clearest look so far at where Rivian’s lineup is headed.
Rivian R2 Buyers Aren’t Waiting for Cheaper Trims, RJ Says
RJ Scaringe says more R2 reservation holders are buying the Launch Edition now instead of waiting for cheaper trims. It’s happening at a higher rate than Rivian expected.
Got a 3D Printer? The Rivian Community Has Some Great R2 Projects for You
The Rivian community has been busy designing 3D printable accessories for R2, from a NACS adapter holder to console organizers and a tow hook plate adapter. Here are a few worth printing, plus where to buy them if you don’t own a printer.
Rivian Waze Alerts: Useful, but Only During Navigation
Rivian’s 2026.31 update brought Google Maps and Waze police and speed camera reports into native navigation, but they only appear during active guidance. It’s a useful first step that raises a bigger question about how Rivian should roll out features like this.
Rivian R2 Height Adjustable Tailgate Coming in Next OTA
R2 is getting a height adjustable tailgate in its next OTA update, according to Rivian Chief Software Officer Wassym Bensaid. The feature will let owners set how high the power tailgate opens, which helps in garages with low ceilings.
Rivian R2 Borealis Orders Open as New Invite Wave Rolls Out
Borealis went live on R2 this morning, so every R2 Performance option is now available to order. A new wave of R2 invites is also rolling out today, so keep an eye on your inbox.