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Rivian’s Exclusive Referral Retreat Is Headed to Joshua Tree
After months of speculation, Rivian has revealed the location for its top referrer retreat, and it’s hard to imagine a better backdrop than Joshua Tree, California. This invite-only adventure weekend is reserved for the first 100 Rivian owners who hit 25 or more qualifying referrals by June 14, 2025. While Rivian had previously confirmed that a special retreat was coming, the where and when had been kept under wraps until now. We still don’t have an exact date, but we know it’s happening later this…
Review: Are the Nokian Outpost nAT Tires Worth It for Rivian Owners?
If you’ve followed me or RivianTrackr for a while, you probably know I’m a big fan of the Nokian Outpost nAT. I ran the 275/65R20 LT version on my old Gen 1 R1T and loved them. But now, Nokian finally offers a version for Rivian’s 22” Range wheels, and yes, I immediately swapped out the stock Pirelli Scorpion Zero All Season Elects for a fresh set of 275/50R22 HL Outposts. Disclosure: Nokian Tyres provided these tires to me at no cost…
RJ Scaringe Shows Off R2’s “Starfish” Suspension Design
Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe has once again dropped a juicy detail about the upcoming R2, this time focusing on the rear suspension setup. In a new post on X, RJ shared images and explained that the R2 will use a multi-link rear suspension featuring five stamped steel links and an isolated rear subframe, which is a design aimed at delivering both premium ride quality and sharp handling, while keeping costs in check. He also highlighted Rivian’s new “starfish” forged aluminum rear knuckle, which integrates…
Could LiDAR Be Coming to the Rivian R2?
As Rivian continues preparing the R2 for its 2026 debut, eagle-eyed fans have spotted something intriguing in photos shared by CEO RJ Scaringe, a small, subtle cutout above the windshield, dead center. While this might not mean much at first glance, it closely resembles the placement of roof-mounted LiDAR units found on other vehicles like the new Volvo EX90. And naturally, it’s sparked speculation: could the R2 be Rivian’s first production vehicle to include LiDAR? Rivian hasn’t officially confirmed or…
Rivian Confirms PIN to Drive and Digital Key Support
Rivian is set to enhance vehicle security and convenience by introducing two significant features: multi-factor driving authentication, commonly known as “PIN to Drive,” and support for CCC Digital Keys. These updates were recently confirmed by Rivian’s Chief Software Officer, Wassym Bensaid, in a post on X. The “PIN to Drive” feature will require drivers to input a personal identification number before operating the vehicle. This added layer of security aims to deter unauthorized use, even if someone gains access to…