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Rivian 2025.22 Update May Be Causing HVAC Cooling Delays

It feels like something changed with Rivian’s HVAC behavior since 2025.22 rolled out. Living in Florida, where humidity is always brutal, I’m used to cranking the system to “Lo” and full blast when I first get in my R1S or R1T. Normally, the air gets icy fast, making the cabin bearable within a minute or two. Lately, though, the system seems to just push outside-temperature air, almost like it’s just a fan running, before finally kicking in the compressor and…

July 2025 Rivian Offers & Incentives (UPDATED)

Rivian just launched its July offers, and there are some solid ways to save if you’re looking to lease or buy an R1T or R1S. Here’s a quick and easy rundown. These offers run through the end of July. We’ll update this post if Rivian adds anything new. Last Updated: 07/17/2025 $6,500 Lease Bonus Lease a new 2025 R1T or R1S with the Tri-Motor setup, including California Dune if available, and Rivian will cover $6,500 of the cost. This stacks…

Rivian Sweepstakes Offers Chance to Attend The Quail at Monterey Car Week

Rivian is giving you and a guest the chance to score tickets to one of the most exclusive events at Monterey Car Week. The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering, takes place Friday, August 15, and two lucky winners will get to spend the day surrounded by legendary vehicles on the lush fairways of The Quail Lodge. Winners will also get to see Rivian’s one-of-a-kind 2026 R1S Quad Pebble Beach up close, a special edition that’s headed to auction with no reserve.…

Rivian Gear Shop Gets Major Upgrade but Free Shipping Policy Changes

Rivian has rolled out a refreshed version of its Gear Shop, now running on Shopify, and it’s a big step up for anyone hunting for Rivian gear or accessories. The updated store, now live at gearshop.rivian.com, comes with a cleaner, more user-friendly layout that makes browsing way easier. Categories are now organized in a way that actually makes sense, so whether you’re after adventure gear, apparel, or vehicle accessories, you can find what you need without digging around. One of the…

Rivian R2 Assembly Preview as RJ Scaringe Shares Pilot Line Update

RJ Scaringe gave us a behind-the-scenes look at the R2 on social media, showing the battery, propulsion system, and chassis coming together in the marriage fixture at Rivian’s pilot line. This is the stage right before the body is added, and the packaging on the R2 looks incredibly clean and well thought out, which RJ called out as one of his favorite parts of the design.