Jose Castillo

Joined: 08/10/2022
Articles: 883
Comments: 174

With a deep knowledge of Rivian vehicles and the EV industry, Jose brings a unique perspective and expertise to RivianTrackr. From uncovering the latest updates to providing thoughtful analysis, Jose’s editorial leadership ensures our content remains engaging, accurate, and informative. When he’s not curating Rivian news or crafting insightful articles, Jose enjoys exploring the great outdoors—often inspired by the same adventurous spirit that defines Rivian.

Rivian Quad-Motor Launch Edition Delivers Extreme Power, Performance and Exclusive Features

07/08/2025
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Jose Castillo

Rivian’s new Quad-Motor Launch Edition is built for those who crave maximum power, range, and control. Featuring an all-new in-house drive system with true four-wheel torque vectoring, this Gen 2 setup delivers up to 374 miles of EPA-estimated range and unmatched performance both on and off the road. With exclusive features like RAD Tuner and Kick Turn coming in September, plus unique interior and exterior combos, the Launch Edition stands apart. Starting at $115,990 for the R1T and $121,990 for the R1S, this is Rivian’s most advanced and capable configuration yet, setting a new benchmark for 2026 electric adventure vehicles.

EV Incentives Are Disappearing This Fall Under New Law

07/03/2025
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Jose Castillo

On July 3, 2025, the U.S. House officially passed President Donald Trump’s signature legislation, known as the “Big Beautiful Bill.” Among its many sweeping changes is the rollback of federal tax credits for electric vehicles and clean energy technologies. The…

Rivian Gen 2 Quad Launch Confirmed for July 8, “Kick Turn” Feature Teased

07/02/2025
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Jose Castillo

Rivian has officially confirmed that the long-awaited Gen 2 R1 Quad Motor models will launch on July 8. The initial release will be offered as a Launch Edition, which typically includes exclusive features or early access configurations. Rivian hasn’t provided full…

Rivian Delivers 10,661 Vehicles in Q2 2025, Prepares for 2026 Model Launch

07/02/2025
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Jose Castillo

Rivian has announced its Q2 2025 production and delivery numbers, confirming it built 5,979 vehicles and delivered 10,661 between April and June. The lower production volume was expected, as Rivian intentionally slowed output to prepare for the upcoming 2026 model…

Video – Is the Rivian R1S Worth It? Our Real Thoughts

07/01/2025
Jose Castillo

Ashley and Jose sit down to talk about initial thoughts on our new 2025 Rivian R1S. Ashley shares why this is the best car she’s ever owned, and we also discuss pros and cons.