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Why NACS Isn’t a Reason to Hold Off on a Rivian
Let’s talk about Rivian and NACS! Rivian announced that starting in 2025, they’ll be adding NACS charge ports to the R1T and R1S, along with a CCS adapter for existing chargers. Naturally, there’s been some buzz about whether people should wait for a “native NACS” Rivian vehicle instead of dealing with an adapter. Here’s the thing: CCS adapters aren’t going anywhere anytime soon. Even as the U.S. shifts toward the J3400 (NACS) standard, you’ll likely still need a CCS adapter…

RJ Scaringe Talks Rivian, AI, and Flying Cars with Jacklyn Dallas
Tech YouTuber Jacklyn Dallas recently sat down with Rivian’s CEO, RJ Scaringe, for a fascinating chat that covered way more than just electric vehicles. In the interview, RJ dives into what inspired him to launch Rivian and even shares his thoughts on the AI revolution and flying cars. If you enjoyed this chat, go give Jacklyn a sub on YouTube for all the hard work she puts in!

A Photo Tour of Rivian’s Stunning New Space in Dallas
Rivian’s newest Space in Texas officially opened on Friday, January 24th, and thanks to our friend Aldo Zampatti, we’ve got an inside look! Aldo swung by the new Dallas Space today, snapped some awesome photos, and shared them with us. Naturally, we had to take a closer look. The new Space looks incredible. It’s got that sleek, modern vibe Rivian’s known for, with plenty of room to check out the vehicles up close. From the displays to the design, everything…

Rivian CEO: Trump’s EV Cuts Won’t Derail the Electric Revolution
Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe isn’t sweating President Trump’s plan to cut EV incentives. Speaking at Rivian’s new San Francisco store, Scaringe shrugged off the impact of losing the $7,500 tax credit from the Inflation Reduction Act. “I don’t think removing a $7,500 credit is going to change the end state,” he said. “The end state’s still clear. It’s still going to be electric.” Sure, the subsidies were nice, but Rivian never counted on them. Scaringe said the company’s focus has…

Why Every Automaker Wants a Piece of Rivian’s Secret Sauce
Rivian might be best known for its rugged electric trucks and SUVs, but these days, it’s their tech that’s stealing the spotlight. It turns out that Rivian’s software and electrical architecture are so good that other automakers are lining up to get a piece of it. Why Are Automakers So Interested? Here’s the deal: Rivian’s setup is sleek, simple, and way ahead of the game. Unlike the old-school systems that rely on tons of electronic control units (ECUs) and a…