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Simplified Autonomy Data Updates in Rivian 2024.27
In Rivian software update 2024.27, Rivian introduced a new way for Generation 2 owners to download new autonomy and mapping data without requiring the vehicle to get a full new software update. Reddit user u/boilerball01 shared a first look at this in action on his Gen 2 Rivian. Titled “Rivian Autonomy Platform data”, you can find this new section added to the existing Settings > Updates screen where you normally install new software updates. To automatically receive updates, connect your…
Rivian VP of Manufacturing Tim Fallon Leaves; Joins Stellantis
Rivian Vice President of Manufacturing, Tim Fallon, is leaving Rivian after 2 years at the company. Fallon had been instrumental in ramping operations at the Normal, IL factory. Fallon will be joining Stellantis as the head of Manufacturing in North America. Carlo Materazzo who is the Vice President of Supply Chain and Logistics, will be stepping up in the interim to lead manufacturing while Rivian searches for someone new to take on the role. Materazzo has a long history in…
Gen 2 R1T with “Large+” Battery Packs Have Arrived; 11,000lb Towing Confirmed
Owners who have been waiting for Gen 2 R1T with Large batteries will be thrilled to know that we are starting to see these vehicles hit the R1 Shop. There are an extremely limited number of these vehicles currently on the R1 Shop and as a reminder, these are not real Large battery packs but software-locked Max packs. As a friendly reminder, because these are software-locked Max packs internally labeled as Large+, you can safely charge your vehicle to 100%…
How to Seamlessly Automate iPhone Hotspot Connections with Your Rivian
Update 05/20/2025: This trick does not allow you to use Google Cast or YouTube because these require Connect+. Rivian recently introduced its new subscription service called Connect+ which allows your Rivian to stay connected and use native media apps. While every Rivian owner gets a free 60-day trial of Connect+, many may opt out to pay for the service which will cost $14.99 per month. As an alternative, Rivian enabled Wi-Fi tethering in the latest software update 2024.27. What this…
Rivian Rolls Out Adaptive High Beams for Gen 2 Owners
Gen 2 Rivian owners are in for a treat with the latest software update 2024.27, which introduces High Beams Assist with a new Adaptive option. This feature automatically activates high beams in low-light conditions when the vehicle doesn’t detect street lights or other illumination from the road. Additionally, the Adaptive option partially dims the high beams when the front camera detects oncoming traffic. X user Chris Glazebrook shared an early look at this new lighting feature in video clips from…