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Rivian has laid off approximately 140 salaried employees, roughly 1% of its workforce, as part of a broader effort to streamline operations in preparation for the launch of the R2 in 2026, according to a report from TechCrunch. The cuts primarily affected Rivian’s manufacturing team and have been quietly rolling out since Wednesday. Multiple former employees, speaking anonymously, said they were told their roles were being eliminated to address “process inefficiencies.” Rivian confirmed the layoffs in a statement, calling it a…

Rivian’s updated referral program quietly launched today, and for a lot of owners, it might seem like business as usual. But for those of us who’ve spent years sharing our experience, helping others make the leap, and sending dozens, sometimes hundreds, of people into Rivians, this new structure feels like a punch to the gut. Here’s how the new setup works: Now let’s be clear: this change will only affect a small group of owners. The vast majority will never…

Rivian just dropped Chapter 2 of its Real Rivian Adventures campaign, highlighting an R1T owner who saved the day—and the ice cream. Sean and his son Cooper were at the beach when they spotted an ice cream truck stuck in soft sand. With 11,000 lbs of towing capacity, front tow hooks and Soft Sand Mode, the R1T had no problem pulling it out. It’s a fun reminder that Rivians aren’t just for camping—they’re ready for whatever summer throws at you. Got your…