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Rivian Confirms Paid Battery Unlocks Are Coming Later This Year
Rivian is finally letting owners unlock more range—if they’re willing to pay for it. Wassym Bensaid, Rivian’s SVP of Software, confirmed today that Large+ battery packs (which are really just software-locked Max packs) will get a paid upgrade option later this year. This likely means Standard+ owners (who actually have a locked Large pack) will get the same opportunity. Tesla’s done this before, and now Rivian is jumping in. The good news? More range without swapping hardware. The bad news?…
Video – Swapping to KO3s on My Rivian – Worth It or Regrets?
I swapped out my efficient Pirelli road tires for BFGoodrich KO3s on my Rivian’s 22” Range wheels. Why? I wanted better off-road capability and a more rugged look—but I knew there’d be some trade-offs. In my video below, I break down: So, was it the right call? Watch and find out! Let me know what you think—would you swap to KO3s? ⚡ Subscribe to RivianTrackr for the latest Rivian news, reviews, and updates! ⚡
Rivian’s 2025.06 Update Will Let R1 Owners Unlock Dual-Motor Performance Upgrade
Rivian is rolling out a big update for R1 Dual-Motor owners in the 2025.06 OTA. You’ll soon be able to upgrade to Dual-Motor Performance directly from your center screen. No service center visit required, just an over-the-air software unlock. This upgrade boosts 0-60 mph to 3.4 seconds. Horsepower jumps to 665 hp, and torque increases to 829 lb-ft. It also adds three new drive modes. Rally Mode improves handling on loose surfaces. Sport Mode sharpens performance for street driving. Soft Sand Mode enhances traction in deep sand.…
Rivian Releases Storage Drawer for R1 Vehicles
Update: Rivian has reached out to confirm that the drawer IS NOT compatible with Gen 1 vehicles. No reason was given as to why not. Rivian just quietly dropped a new accessory in the Gear Shop—the Storage Drawer. This little add-on replaces the Camp Speaker that normally sits below the center console, turning that space into a small but useful storage compartment. The Storage Drawer is compatible with Gen 2 R1 vehicles only. It’s another reminder that Rivian is making…
Rivian Now Selling 22” Range Wheel and Tire Set for $4,035
Rivian just dropped a new wheel option in the Gear Shop—the 22” Range Wheel and Tire Set—and if you’re all about maximizing efficiency, this might be worth a look. For $4,035, you get a set of custom Pirelli Road tires designed for ultra-low rolling resistance, plus clip-in aero coversto cut down on drag. The result? Rivian says you’ll see around a 5% boost in range, making these their most efficient wheels yet. They work with both Gen 1 and Gen 2 vehicles, and installation at a Rivian Service Center…