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Rivian just opened its first Rivian Space in Florida, and I had to check it out. The new spot at Aventura Mall gives people a chance to see the R1T and R1S up close, ask questions, and get a feel for what Rivian is all about. It’s not a dealership—there’s no pressure to buy—just a place to explore the vehicles and learn more about the brand. Aventura Mall is a perfect location for this. It’s one of the busiest malls in Florida, so tons of people…

Rivian just made it a lot easier to see the full cost of buying a vehicle from the R1 Shop. Now, when you’re browsing available R1T and R1S configurations, you’ll get a clearer breakdown of taxes and fees included in the purchase price. This update includes a breakdown of: Beyond just knowing what’s included, Rivian now also updates the monthly payment estimate to reflect these additional costs. That means no more guessing how much taxes and fees will actually impact your financing terms—you’ll see a…

President Trump’s Department of Transportation just put a hold on new EV charging projects funded by the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) program. In a letter to states, the Federal Highway Administration announced it’s suspending approval of state plans, meaning no new funds can be committed until further notice. NEVI, created under the 2022 Infrastructure Law, set aside $5 billion to expand the charging network. The Biden administration had already approved funding through 2025, but Trump’s team is now reviewing…

Rivian just made it a little easier to snag a pre-owned R1 in Tennessee. They’ve officially opened up their Pre-Owned R1 Shop in the state, meaning you can now buy a used Rivian that’s been inspected and approved by the company itself—no sketchy third-party dealers, no guessing what you’re getting. Tennessee joins a growing list of states where Rivian sells pre-owned vehicles, including Utah, Virginia, Oregon, Florida, Colorado, Arizona, California, Illinois, and Nevada. It’s cool to see Rivian expanding this because, let’s be…

South Carolina lawmakers are considering a bill allowing electric vehicle companies to sell directly to consumers. Scout Motors, a Volkswagen subsidiary, is building a $2 billion EV factory in the state. Despite receiving a $1.3 billion incentive package, current laws prevent the company from selling its vehicles directly to South Carolinians. Even the 4,000 workers expected at the plant would have to travel to another state to buy the cars they help build. South Carolina has required all new car…