Rivian’s 2026.03 update officially introduces Autonomy+, marking the transition of advanced hands free driving features into a subscription service while keeping all core safety systems standard and free for owners.
Rivian’s 2026.03 software update is here and it’s a big one. In this video I break down the Dual-Motor updates, improvements to…
Rivian’s R2 introduces a simpler semi-active coil suspension system compared to the air suspension setup found in R1, focusing on comfort and control without adjustable ride height. Here’s a straightforward breakdown of what that means and why it matters for everyday drivers.
Doug DeMuro gave the Rivian R2 a strong 70 Doug Score and says its launch edition pricing is “quite compelling,” adding even more momentum ahead of Rivian’s full March 12 reveal.
Rivian has quietly removed the 2027 timeline from its European R2 website, replacing it with a simple sign up page and no official launch year. While nothing has been formally announced, the move follows Canada’s shift to a 2027 release and suggests Rivian is concentrating heavily on a US first rollout, leaving Europe’s R2 timing increasingly uncertain.
Rivian is developing a new Electric Delivery Van variant featuring a larger battery with roughly 30% more range and an all-wheel drive setup, expanding route flexibility, improving traction in tougher conditions, and strengthening the platform that already powers more than 30,000 vans across the U.S.
Rivian has updated its Canadian R2 timeline, shifting the launch from 2026 to 2027 and removing the previously listed $66,500 CAD starting price. The change comes as Rivian prepares to reveal full U.S. pricing, specs, and the configurator on March 12.
Rivian’s Q4 2025 shareholder letter makes one thing clear, R2 is the pivot point. With manufacturing validation builds complete and deliveries still targeted for Q2 2026, Rivian is preparing for its biggest launch yet. At the same time, autonomy hardware, in house silicon, and surging software revenue are starting to reshape the company’s financial story as it pushes toward scale.
A Gen 2 Rivian R1S Dual Standard owner equipped with the LFP battery and 20" AllsSeason wheels, rated at 258 miles EPA, shared real world winter data showing dramatically lower range. With efficiency of 1.35 mi/kWh and just 115 miles displayed at 85%, the numbers raise fresh questions about ongoing calibration and cold weather impact.
Rivian is dropping the ultrasonic parking sensors found on the R1 and moving the upcoming R2 to a vision first setup at launch. Those bumper sensors normally handle close range object detection during parking and low speed maneuvers, so this is a notable shift. Instead, R2 will rely more heavily on cameras and radar, with LiDAR expected to join the hardware stack later in 2026. Here’s what those sensors actually do, what changes with vision only, and how Rivian’s broader autonomy roadmap plays into this decision.
