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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…
Rivian Invests $120M in Illinois Supplier Park to Boost R2 Production
Rivian is investing $120 million to build a new supplier park next to its Illinois factory as it prepares to launch its more affordable R2 SUV in 2026. The park will help cut shipping and logistics costs by letting suppliers build parts nearby, which Rivian workers will then organize and send through a tunnel to the main plant. It’s expected to create hundreds of jobs, including about 100 at Rivian. This move is part of Rivian’s plan to streamline production…
RJ Drops Another R2 Tease—And It’s Packed With Clues
Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe is back on social media teasing more behind-the-scenes details of what’s coming for the R2. In his latest post, he showed off the “Maximus” drive unit—a new motor setup that will be featured in the upcoming SUV when it launches in 2026. But the Maximus wasn’t the only interesting detail in the photo. Zoom in and you’ll spot something even more exciting: adaptive shocks. That means the R2 will likely offer a smoother, more controlled ride…
Is the Rivian R1S Wheelchair-Friendly? Zack and Cambry Put It to the Test
Our friend Zack Nelson (aka JerryRigEverything) and his wife Cambry recently tried out a Gen 2 Rivian R1S to see if it could replace her Tesla Model X. Cambry’s been a wheelchair user for about 20 years, so accessibility is a big deal — especially when it comes to transferring into the driver’s seat, storing her wheelchair, and hauling kids in the back. The R1S ticks a lot of boxes. It’s spacious, has a flat interior floor, and way more…
Inside Rivian’s Immersive New Brand Space in New York
Rivian has reimagined its East Coast retail space into something entirely new: the Rivian Concept Experience, now open in NYC’s Meatpacking District. Located beneath the High Line, this redesigned venue ditches the traditional showroom feel in favor of a warm, immersive space that tells stories of adventure, exploration, and the Rivian lifestyle. Instead of bright lights and sales desks, visitors will find big plants, cozy seating, custom-built displays, and a rotating theme—starting with “The Adventure Within Us.” There’s a coffee bar,…