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A Simple Rivian Lease Calculator That Actually Explains the Numbers

Travis Ketchum put together a really slick lease calculator that takes a lot of the mystery out of leasing a Rivian. Instead of just staring at a monthly payment and guessing if it’s good or bad, this tool lets you actually see what’s going on behind the scenes. The calculator walks you through the basics like model, MSRP, lease term,…

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MotorTrend Names Rivian App Best Automaker App Again in 2026 Best Tech Awards

MotorTrend just named the Rivian mobile app the Best Automaker App in its 2026 Best Tech Awards, and yes, this is the second year in a row. They did not stop there either, calling it the best overall automotive tech of the year. According to MotorTrend, the app stands out for its clean design, lightning fast performance, and features that feel…

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Rivian Secures Sourcewell Contract Opening Public and Government Fleet Sales

Rivian just scored an important win in the public and government fleet space. According to Steve Moretti from the Fleet and Enterprise Sales team, Rivian has been awarded a multi-year contract with Sourcewell. Sourcewell supports more than 50,000 government, education, and non-profit entities by offering pre-negotiated procurement contracts. With this agreement, eligible organizations can now more easily purchase Rivian vehicles without going through…

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Why Rivian Building Its Own Autonomy Stack Was the Right Move

Rivian made a big decision when it chose to build its own autonomy stack instead of buying something off the shelf from NVIDIA. On the surface, buying a proven platform like NVIDIA DRIVE or even Tesla Full Self-Driving might have looked faster or safer. Long term though, Rivian’s choice to own the full autonomy stack looks like exactly the right move.…

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Universal Hands-Free Is Smarter Than Ever, but the Guardrails Are Still On

Universal Hands-Free is Rivian’s most advanced hands free driving system yet, and in this video, Mike (aka u/mpshizzle on Reddit) takes a close look at how it actually behaves in the real world. Instead of rehashing release notes, the focus is on what the system does when it encounters imperfect roads, odd situations, and edge cases. After extended testing, one…

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