Rivian Automotive Inc. is once again grappling with supply chain disruptions, leading the electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer to significantly lower its 2024 production forecast. On Friday, the company announced a sharp cut in its production targets, dropping them by as much as 18% to a range of 47,000 to 49,000 vehicles. The root of the issue lies in a miscommunication earlier this year between Rivian and one of its key suppliers, Essex Furukawa, based in Atlanta. Essex Furukawa is Rivian’s…

As climate change intensifies, extreme weather events like hurricanes are becoming more frequent. For electric vehicle owners, especially those with a Rivian, preparation is key—not only for safety but also for maximizing the unique benefits of your electric truck during and after a storm. Whether you own a Rivian R1T or R1S, here’s how to prepare for hurricane season while making the most of your EV’s capabilities. Charge Up Ahead of Time One of the first things any electric vehicle…

Rivian has announced a new customer satisfaction campaign for certain 2022-2024 R1T and R1S models. This campaign focuses on a potential issue with the interior audio amplifier. Some of these vehicles may have been built with the wrong audio amplifier. In certain cases, a firmware update could cause the audio system to stop working. To resolve this, Rivian is proactively offering to replace the amplifier in affected vehicles. This move is part of the company’s ongoing commitment to ensuring high-quality…

Exciting news for Rivian fans! Rivian has officially confirmed that they are preparing to launch the true Large battery pack for Gen 2 vehicles. This comes after months of speculation surrounding the so-called “Large+” battery, which was essentially a software-locked Max battery pack. As of today, RivianTrackr has confirmed that all vehicles featuring the Large+ battery pack have been removed from the R1 Shop. This move is paving the way for the release of the authentic Large battery pack, expected…

Just a few days ago Rivian announced a Loyalty Offer for Gen 1 owners to upgrade to Gen 2 by offering an additional $3,500 off the cost of any Gen 2 vehicle (excludes Dual Standard) in the R1 Shop. Today, Rivian has announced they have updated and removed some stipulations around the program including the need to trade in your Gen 1 vehicle. Beginning today, if you are a current Gen 1 owner, you will get an additional $3,500 off…