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All the latest news, updates, and insights on Rivian in one place. From vehicle announcements and software updates to company moves and industry trends, this is where you’ll find everything happening in the world of Rivian. Stay plugged in to what’s next for the brand.

Rivian Teams Up with WeaveGrid to Bring Smarter, Cheaper Charging to Your Driveway

Rivian just announced a new partnership with WeaveGrid that could make home charging smarter, cheaper, and better for the planet. Starting later this year, Rivian drivers will be able to opt into utility-managed charging programs through WeaveGrid, earning financial incentives just for charging at the right times. The idea is simple: most EV charging, over 80% of it, happens at home. But energy prices (and grid stress) vary throughout the day. WeaveGrid works directly with utilities to shift EV charging…

Rivian Mentioned at WWDC as Apple Expands CarKey Support

Apple is still in the middle of WWDC 2025, but one early mention raised eyebrows for Rivian owners. Apple CarKey is expanding to more vehicles, including Rivian. That sounds great on the surface, and for many of us in the Rivian community, it was pretty exciting to see the brand specifically listed out during the keynote. Rivian originally promised Apple CarKey support for Gen 2 R1T and R1S models when they launched back in June 2024. The idea was simple:…

Marques Brownlee Briefly Leaks New 2026 R1T Quad Before Pulling It Down

Earlier today, Marques Brownlee (aka MKBHD) gave us an early look at the upcoming 2026 Rivian R1T Quad Motor Gen 2, before quickly pulling the post. The short video clip, which was shared on his social platforms and then deleted not long after, revealed several key design updates coming with the refreshed Quad. In the video, Marques showcased the new NACS charging port that Rivian is adding to all 2026 model year vehicles. He also revealed an exclusive new 22”…

Rivian’s Pushing California Dune R1S Deals Hard

Rivian is going all-in to move California Dune R1S inventory, and the lease deals right now are honestly some of the best I’ve seen. If you’ve been on the fence, this might be the time to jump. Here are the offers you can currently stack up: Order here with my referral code! Once you order, email me and I’ll help you make sure all the incentives get applied.

Rivian’s New Security Feature Could Leave You Stranded

Video – Why Rivian’s New Security Feature Might Catch You Off Guard

Rivian just rolled out Multi-Factor Drive, a new security feature that requires you to approve driving from your phone before the vehicle can start. It’s a big step for security, but it might not be ideal in every situation. In this video, I walk through how it works, share some pros and cons, and explain why losing your phone on a trail could become a real problem. Let me know what you think, smart upgrade or unnecessary hassle?