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Joshua Tree Confirmed as First Rivian Adventure Network Site to Support All EVs
It’s official: Rivian has confirmed that the Joshua Tree Adventure Network site will be the first in its growing network to allow charging for all EVs, not just Rivians. This announcement makes the new site, which opened today, a significant milestone in Rivian’s journey to expand access and support the broader EV community. A Big Step for Rivian’s Adventure Network From the start, the Joshua Tree site stood out. It’s the largest Rivian Adventure Network location, with 12 chargers featuring…
Apple Card Now Gives You 3% Daily Cash at ChargePoint
Great news for EV drivers with an Apple Card! You can now earn 3% Daily Cash when you use Apple Pay at ChargePoint charging stations or when buying home chargers from ChargePoint.com. Here’s the deal: The cashback goes straight to your Apple Cash balance, so you can use it right away. It’s a super simple way to save while keeping your EV charged, whether you’re out and about or upgrading your home setup. Bonus Tip: If you have the Costco…
Federal Agencies Support Industry Adoption of the NACS Standard
The Biden administration is on the verge of issuing new guidance for federally-funded EV chargers to adopt the North American Charging Standard (NACS), also known as J3400. This standard, based on Tesla’s proprietary charging plug, is set to become a pivotal element in simplifying and unifying EV charging infrastructure across the United States. Kristin White, Acting Federal Highway Administrator, announced at a recent Alliance for Automotive Innovation conference that SAE International has nearly finalized the J3400 standard as an open…
VIDEO – What Rivian Got Right (and Wrong) with the Gen 2
After spending some time with my Rivian Gen 2, I wanted to share my honest thoughts in a video review. There’s a lot to love about this truck, but there are some areas that could use improvement. From the electronic door release to the redesigned front trunk, I break down the pros and cons based on my experience so far—no fluff, just the real deal. The video covers everything from build quality and sound system performance to the good and…
Drive-In Theater Adventures in a Rivian R1T
Drive-in theaters might be a nostalgic pastime, but they’re still a great way to enjoy a movie night under the stars. With Wicked showing on the big screen, I decided to take my new Gen 2 Rivian R1T to a nearby drive-in for the full retro experience. But there was a small hiccup—my R1T’s FM radio had a noticeable delay, about five seconds behind the on-screen action. Why does this happen? The FM radio in Rivian vehicles uses advanced digital…