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Federal Agencies Support Industry Adoption of the NACS Standard

The Biden administration is on the verge of issuing new guidance for federally-funded EV chargers to adopt the North American Charging Standard (NACS), also known as J3400. This standard, based on Tesla’s proprietary charging plug, is set to become a pivotal element in simplifying and unifying EV charging infrastructure across the United States. Kristin White, Acting Federal Highway Administrator, announced at a recent Alliance for Automotive Innovation conference that SAE International has nearly finalized the J3400 standard as an open…

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VIDEO – What Rivian Got Right (and Wrong) with the Gen 2

After spending some time with my Rivian Gen 2, I wanted to share my honest thoughts in a video review. There’s a lot to love about this truck, but there are some areas that could use improvement. From the electronic door release to the redesigned front trunk, I break down the pros and cons based on my experience so far—no fluff, just the real deal. The video covers everything from build quality and sound system performance to the good and…

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Drive-In Theater Adventures in a Rivian R1T

Drive-in theaters might be a nostalgic pastime, but they’re still a great way to enjoy a movie night under the stars. With Wicked showing on the big screen, I decided to take my new Gen 2 Rivian R1T to a nearby drive-in for the full retro experience. But there was a small hiccup—my R1T’s FM radio had a noticeable delay, about five seconds behind the on-screen action. Why does this happen? The FM radio in Rivian vehicles uses advanced digital…

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Rivian Drops Front Passenger Under-Seat Cubby in Cost-Cutting Move

Rivian has quietly removed the under-seat storage cubby from the front passenger seat on vehicles built after mid-November. The change is part of the company’s ongoing efforts to cut costs and work toward turning a profit—something every automaker needs to figure out, especially in the competitive EV space. The good news? The driver-side under-seat cubby is still there, so you won’t lose all the hidden in-cabin storage. If you’re wondering if this is related to the recent move of the…

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Make a Difference This Holiday Season—And Win Rivian Prizes!

The Rivian Owners North America Facebook group is kicking off a donation contest to celebrate the Season of Giving. This is your chance to support a charity you care about and win some great Rivian gear. We’ve got over $2,000 worth of prizes from the Rivian Gear Shop, thanks to personal rewards being generously donated, and we’re ready to make this a holiday to remember. Here’s how it works: How to Participate Dates Entries Winners How to Enter Winners will…

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