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Rivian Won’t Raise R2’s $45,000 Starting Price Despite New Tariffs
Rivian’s CEO RJ Scaringe confirmed to investors that the upcoming R2 crossover will keep its $45,000 starting price, despite new 25% tariffs on imported vehicles and parts, as reported by Inside EVs. Scaringe emphasized that Rivian has no plans to raise prices, even as tariffs impact other automakers. The tariffs, introduced under the Trump administration, have forced Rivian to lower its 2025 delivery goal from 46,000-51,000 vehicles to 40,000-46,000. Scaringe acknowledged that Rivian is not immune to rising costs, but the…
Rivian Hits Gross Profit Again, Eyes R2 and Autonomy in 2025
Rivian just released its Q1 2025 shareholder letter, giving us a clearer picture of where the company stands heading into the rest of the year. While deliveries were down, there’s a lot to like—especially on the profitability front, progress on the upcoming R2, and some major financial backing now locked in. The company will share more details during its investor earnings call today at 2PM PT (5PM ET). Here’s a breakdown of the most important takeaways. Rivian Just Hit Gross Profit…
Rivian Care Launches Pilot Program in Texas
Rivian is quietly rolling out a new protection plan pilot for owners in Texas, and it’s called Rivian Care. It’s a pair of optional products meant to extend peace of mind beyond the standard factory warranty—and it’s all powered by Assurant, a well-known name in vehicle protection services. There are two separate plans under Rivian Care, and you can pick one or both depending on what you want covered. The first is a Vehicle Service Contract, which kicks in after your standard…
Video – Rivian Update 2025.14 Review
In this video, I break down everything coming in Rivian’s 2025.14 software update. From the new Spotify DJ feature to long-awaited driver assistance improvements for Gen 1 vehicles, this update focuses on polish and quality-of-life upgrades. I’ll walk through what’s new, what’s fixed, and which features are Gen 1 vs Gen 2. Read full release notes
NACS, Gen 2 Quad, and More – What’s Coming to the 2026 Rivian R1T and R1S
We’re getting closer to the 2026 Rivian R1T and R1S, and while it won’t be a full redesign, there are some meaningful updates on the way. Some are confirmed, some are likely, and some things definitely aren’t happening. What’s coming The biggest change is NACS—Rivian is switching over to the Tesla-style charging port starting in 2026. That means easier access to Superchargers without an adapter. The new Gen 2 Quad-Motor setup is also confirmed and already detailed. Now we’re just…