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Rivian Hires Former Tesla Exec as Chief Accounting Officer

Rivian just added some serious financial expertise to its team. Sreela Venkataratnam is stepping in as Chief Accounting Officer on March 10, bringing over 25 years of experience, including a decade at Tesla, where she was VP of Finance and Business Operations. She’ll be leading Rivian’s financial reporting, tax, compliance, and more—critical areas as the company scales up. “I’m honored to join Rivian at such a pivotal moment,” Venkataratnam said, excited to help push the company forward. With her track…

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Rivian App Update 2.20.0 Adds New Controls and Performance Upgrade

Rivian’s latest app update (2.20.0) brings some handy new features—but you’ll need vehicle software 2025.06 to use most of them. Now, you can open the charge port with a tap, track a loved one’s trip destination and ETA, and manage your tires in the app, including tracking mileage and setting rotation reminders. Charge limit presets also make a return. For Dual-Motor owners, Rivian is offering a new Performance Upgrade as an in-app purchase, unlocking more power, faster acceleration, and three adventure-ready drive…

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Rivian’s First Oregon Space Opens March 14th in Tigard

Tigard, Oregon is getting its very own Rivian Space, and thanks to our friend LivingInKaos, we’ve got an early look at the new spot before it officially opens. This will be the first Rivian Space in Oregon, sitting alongside the existing service center in Portland. The new Space is located at Bridgeport Village and is set to officially open on March 14th. Like other Rivian Spaces, this one is designed to be more than just a showroom—it’s a place for…

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Rivian Updates Lease Terms to Include Modification Fees

Rivian has made a change to its end-of-lease terms, and it’s something owners should be aware of if they’ve modified their vehicles. If you return a leased Rivian with aftermarket parts or any equipment that differs from the original configuration, you could face additional charges. If you’re leasing a Rivian and considering modifications, it’s worth keeping this policy in mind. Swapping parts back to stock before returning your vehicle might save you from unexpected costs.

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Kammok x Rivian Crosswing Awning

RivianTrackr March 2025 Giveaway

Update: Congratulations to Tim (@omg_tesla) for being the winner of our March giveaway. You can check out his photos by clicking here. If you love taking your Rivian on adventures, now’s your chance to show it off and win a Kammok Crosswing Awning(valued at $1,300)! Whether you’ve tackled rugged trails, camped under the stars, or just captured an incredible scenic moment, we want to see it. How to Enter That’s it! Share your best shot, and you’ll be entered to win.…

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