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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.

Volkswagen Looks to Strengthen Partnership with Rivian

Volkswagen and Rivian are taking their collaboration to the next level. In an interview with Spiegel magazine, VW CEO Oliver Blume revealed that the two companies are exploring ways to strengthen their partnership. This could include sharing components and combining purchasing efforts to cut costs. “The Volkswagen Group offers great opportunities for a small brand like Rivian,” Blume said. The market reacted positively to the news, with Rivian’s stock climbing over 3% in premarket trading. This move builds on the joint venture…

What’s Coming In Rivian Update 2024.51

Get ready for smarter features and improved performance! The upcoming 2024.51 update promises enhanced driver assistance, better cold-weather charging, smarter turn signals for Gen 2, and even more stability for infotainment. Rivian is constantly fine-tuning for an even better driving experience—stay tuned! See full release notes

Rivian Outsells Ford in Electric Van Sales in 2024

Rivian had a big win in 2024, selling more electric delivery vans in the U.S. than Ford. According to data from Kelley Blue Book, Rivian sold 13,560 vans, which was a 68% increase compared to 2023. Meanwhile, Ford sold 12,610 E-Transit vans in 2024—a solid jump from 7,672 sold in 2023 but not enough to beat Rivian. Why Rivian’s Van Sales are Taking Off Rivian’s vans are doing well thanks to its big deal with Amazon, which uses them for its delivery fleet. These vans have become…

Breaking: Rivian R1S Flaunts a New Purple Look!

Rivian fans with sharp eyes have spotted a stunning purple R1S Quad Motor Gen 2 cruising around California! This could be one of the new colors Rivian plans to introduce this year. Notably, it’s sporting new 22” Sport wheels with a bronze shimmer—a sleek new design—and a Gear Guard badge featuring a purple-vested “Gear Guard” that perfectly complements the new hue. With Rivian’s recent updates, we’re expecting an official announcement soon, likely unveiling this color alongside others and news about native NACS support. We’ll share more as it drops—stay tuned!…

Rivian Makes Charging Free at Southern California Stations to Help Evacuees

With wildfires spreading across Southern California, Rivian is stepping up to help. They’ve made several Rivian Adventure Network (RAN) charging stations free to use, giving evacuees and travelers one less thing to stress about as they get out of harm’s way. Here’s a list of the locations where charging is free for now: Why This Is a Big Deal When you’re evacuating, especially in an EV, finding a reliable charging spot can be tough. Rivian’s move makes things a little easier,…