Picking a battery for your Rivian? It’s easy to think more range is always better, but that’s not always the case. The Standard pack uses LFP (lithium iron phosphate) batteries, which are tougher, last longer, and don’t degrade as quickly—especially if you fast charge a lot. Plus, it’s cheaper and easier to live with. Unless you’re constantly road-tripping to the…

When it comes to electric vehicles, one of the most crucial specifications for any buyer is the battery capacity. It determines not just how far the vehicle can travel on a single charge, but also how efficiently it can support other energy-consuming systems like heating and air conditioning. Recently, Rivian officially shared the usable capacity of their Gen 2 battery…

Rivian fans, there’s exciting news on the horizon! The new Gen 2 Large battery pack vehicles have landed in the R1 Shop. For those in the market for a new R1T or R1S, this is a great time to explore Rivian’s latest battery offerings. These new Gen 2 Large battery packs provide plenty of range and performance, catering to various…

In a recent confirmation on Reddit, Rivian’s Chief Software Officer, Wassym Bensaid, verified that the new Large+ battery is indeed a software-locked version of the Max pack. This development aligns with previous reports on RivianTrackr, which noted that the Large+ battery can safely be charged to 100%. Wassym also shared that the Large+ battery also features different charging and regen…