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California’s Governor Makes a Statement with His New Rivian R1S

I’m sure this won’t be a controversial post at all (he said sarcastically). Governor Gavin Newsom has a new ride—a sleek black Rivian R1S. But the choice is raising eyebrows, and not just because of the vehicle itself. For years, Tesla has been the default symbol of California’s push for electric vehicles. But Governor Newsom’s switch to Rivian feels like a very intentional move. Ethan Elkind, director of the UC Berkeley Center for Law, Energy, and the Environment, didn’t mince…

California Dune Edition Rivian R1T and R1S Now Available on R1 Shop

Rivian’s California Dune R1T and R1S are now available on the R1 Shop. These used to be custom order only, but now you can grab one with just a 1-2 week lead time. The California Dune Edition is loaded with everything you’d want for adventure. It comes with a Tri-Motor setup, Max battery, 20” Dune wheels (either color-matched or satin), Sandstone + Dark Ash Wood interior, and the Sound + Vision package. You also get Premium Audio, a Dynamic Glass…

Screenshot from Rivian.com in 2019 showing Level 3 autonomy promises

Tesla Cybertruck and Rivian Show Why Promised Features Can Disappoint

PSA – If you’re buying a new vehicle, don’t ever buy it for what it might be able to do tomorrow. Buy it for what it can do today. That’s a lesson Tesla Cybertruck owners are learning the hard way, as Tesla just canceled the extended range battery option that was supposed to be available this year. Many early Cybertruck buyers were expecting longer road trips with the extended range pack, but now they’re left with a vehicle that simply won’t have…

Rivian Won’t Raise R2’s $45,000 Starting Price Despite New Tariffs

Rivian’s CEO RJ Scaringe confirmed to investors that the upcoming R2 crossover will keep its $45,000 starting price, despite new 25% tariffs on imported vehicles and parts, as reported by Inside EVs. Scaringe emphasized that Rivian has no plans to raise prices, even as tariffs impact other automakers. The tariffs, introduced under the Trump administration, have forced Rivian to lower its 2025 delivery goal from 46,000-51,000 vehicles to 40,000-46,000. Scaringe acknowledged that Rivian is not immune to rising costs, but the…

Rivian Hits Gross Profit Again, Eyes R2 and Autonomy in 2025

05/06/2025
Rivian, Rivian R1S, Rivian R1T, Rivian R2
Jose Castillo

Rivian just released its Q1 2025 shareholder letter, giving us a clearer picture of where the company stands heading into the rest of the year. While deliveries were down, there’s a lot to like—especially on the profitability front, progress on the upcoming R2, and some major financial backing now locked in. The company will share more details during its investor earnings call today at 2PM PT (5PM ET). Here’s a breakdown of the most important takeaways. Rivian Just Hit Gross Profit…