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What’s Coming In Rivian Software 2025.38
Rivian is testing its next big software release, version 2025.38, which will roll out to R1T and R1S owners (Gen 1 and Gen 2) in the coming weeks. This one brings several long-awaited features focused on comfort, convenience, and smarter charging. The highlight of 2025.38 is Plug & Charge support for both Electrify America and IONNA stations. Once it’s live, you’ll be able to just plug in and start charging automatically, no need to launch an app or swipe a card. The in-vehicle navigation will…
Rivian to Showcase AI-Driven Driving Tech at December Autonomy Day
Back in September, Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe joined Goldman Sachs analyst Mark Delaney at the Communacopia + Technology Conference to talk about what’s next for the company, everything from the upcoming R2 platform to the Volkswagen joint venture. But the part that really stood out was autonomy. RJ revealed that Rivian is aiming to roll out “situational” Level 3 autonomy in 2026, beginning with limited use cases like traffic jams. From there, the plan is to scale quickly. He said…
RV Tech Eyes Major Palo Alto Expansion as Hiring Ramps Up
According to the San Francisco Business Times, the two automakers’ tech-focused company, RV Tech, is hunting for a new headquarters in Palo Alto. They’re looking for around 75,000 square feet to handle the rapid growth that’s coming. A spokesperson for RV Tech said the move is all about getting closer to Silicon Valley’s deep talent pool. The new HQ will focus on building the software and electrical systems that will power both Rivian and Volkswagen vehicles, helping make EVs cheaper to…
Rivian Delays Kick Turn and RAD Tuner Features Until End of Year
Rivian’s Kick Turn and RAD Tuner features are still missing in action. When the 2026 R1T and R1S launched back in June, Rivian showed off two exciting new capabilities: Kick Turn, which lets the truck pivot almost in place on loose surfaces, and RAD Tuner, a built-in real-time tuning system for suspension and drive dynamics. Both were promised to arrive as free OTA software updates in September. Now it’s mid-October and neither has landed. Rivian confirmed to RivianTrackr that both…
The Emergency Stuff No One Talks About But Every Rivian Owner Should Know
Let’s be honest, this isn’t something any of us want to think about. Emergencies aren’t fun to talk about, but they’re incredibly important to understand, especially with EVs. Whether it’s a crash, a dead 12-volt battery, or a loss of power after an accident, knowing what to do could make all the difference. That’s why I wanted to highlight something Rivian does that doesn’t get nearly enough attention: they publish detailed Emergency Response Guides (ERGs) for first responders and include real-world emergency steps right in the…