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Rivian’s New R1S Large+ Variant is a Max Pack in Disguise
As reported on X earlier today, Rivian is now selling Generation 2 Rivian R1S Large variant vehicles on the R1 Shop but with one caveat… it’s a Max pack that is software locked. Rivian has introduced a new battery variant called “Large+” although you won’t see that label anywhere on…
Javier Varela from Volvo Cars Joins Rivian as COO
Javier Varela has joined the Rivian family as their new Chief Operations Officer after spending the last 7+ years at Volvo. Javier brings 34 years of experience from his time at Volvo, Stellantis, and Toyota. Javier will be central to the company’s growth and profitability, and will also oversee operations…
Highlights from RJ’s Interview with MotorTrend’s “The InEVitable”
In a recent interview on “The InEVitable” by MotorTrend, RJ Scaringe, the founder and CEO of Rivian, delves into the company’s future, reflecting on Rivian’s journey, upcoming vehicles, and evolving technology. The Inevitable Shift to Electric Vehicles Scaringe begins by expressing his belief in the inevitable shift towards EVs as…
Key Changes to Rivian’s Preorder Price Vouchers
Rivian recently updated its policy regarding preorder price vouchers, clarifying that the Tri-Motor configurations of the R1T and R1S are now excluded from preorder pricing benefits. This means that customers who preordered these Tri-Motor models will not be eligible to use the preorder price voucher or the preorder leasing promotion,…
Rethinking Highway Safety Standards for Electric Vehicles
Recent crash tests conducted by the University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s Midwest Roadside Safety Facility have raised concerns about the ability of U.S. highway infrastructure to safely accommodate the increasing number of electric vehicles (EVs). These tests, using heavier EVs such as the Rivian R1T, highlighted potential shortcomings in current guardrail and…