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Why Rivian Lease Deals Aren’t as Cheap as GM or Ford

If you’ve compared lease offers lately, you might’ve noticed something: Rivian’s deals often aren’t as compelling as what you’ll find from brands like GM or Ford. Despite recent price cuts and promotions, Rivian lease payments still trend higher. So what’s going on? It starts with the price tag. Rivian’s R1T and R1S both start around $70–90K, which is well above the MSRP of many electric vehicles from Ford (like the Lightning or Mach-E) or GM (like the Blazer EV or…

Still Can’t Lease a Rivian in Your State? Here’s Why

Rivian currently offers leasing in 43 states and Washington D.C., but there are still a few noticeable gaps. If you’re in one of the states listed below, you might be wondering why leasing still isn’t available, and whether that might change. As of June 2025, leasing is not yet available in: The main holdup is state-level finance licensing. Leasing isn’t just about delivering a vehicle; it’s a financial agreement, and Rivian Financial Services (powered by Chase) must be licensed in each state. That…

Free Rivian Camp Speaker or Crossbars With Test Drive and Purchase This Week

Rivian just sweetened the deal for anyone considering an R1T or R1S this month. If you book and complete a demo drive between June 18 and 25 at a participating Rivian space or Service Center, and place your order the same day, Rivian will throw in a free Camp Speaker or a set of Cargo Crossbars with your purchase. This offer stacks on top of Rivian’s June lease incentives, which already include up to $10,500 off select R1 configurations and low APR financing. You’ll need…

Senate Republicans Target $7,500 EV Lease Credit, Rivian R1 Buyers Could Lose Key Incentive

A new Senate GOP tax plan could abruptly end the $7,500 federal credit that many Rivian R1T and R1S buyers access through leasing. The bill would eliminate the lease credit for foreign-built EVs immediately and phase it out for North American-built models, like Rivian’s, within 180 days of becoming law. Rivian customers haven’t qualified for the credit on purchases due to battery sourcing rules, so leasing has been the only way to unlock the incentive. Without it, buyers would face…

Rivian’s Summer Adventure Drive Kicks Off Nationwide with Up to $10,500 in Lease Offers

Rivian is hitting the road for summer with a nationwide demo drive series happening June 18–25, inviting prospective buyers to get behind the wheel of an R1T or R1S at local service centers across the country. One of the stops? Orlando, where the Rivian team will be hosting test drives, showcasing on-site vehicles, and walking visitors through current purchase and lease incentives. These Summer Adventure Drive events are designed for anyone curious about what Rivian’s all-electric lineup is capable of. Whether you’re considering a switch from gas…