Rivian R1S

Stay up to date on the Rivian R1S, the all-electric SUV built for adventure. From new features and software updates to real-world performance and industry news, this category covers everything R1S. Check back for the latest on Rivian’s flagship SUV.

Rivian’s New April Lease Offer Gives You $10,500 to Trade In Any Vehicle

Rivian just rolled out a new leasing incentive for April, and it’s a solid follow-up to last month’s wildly popular All-Electric Upgrade Offer. This time around, it’s called the Electric Refresh Offer, and it’s aimed at getting even more people behind the wheel of an R1T or R1S — with a little extra cash in your pocket if you’ve got a vehicle to trade in. Here’s how it works: If you lease a new R1T or R1S and trade in any…

Rivian Expands Pre-Owned Vehicle Sales to Idaho and Missouri

Rivian just expanded its online pre-owned vehicle shop to include Idaho and Missouri, giving more customers a chance to snag a used R1T or R1S directly from the company. These two new additions join a growing list of states where Rivian sells certified pre-owned vehicles: Utah, Virginia, Oregon, Florida, Colorado, Arizona, California, Illinois, and Nevada. Every pre-owned Rivian goes through a thorough 132-point inspection before hitting the site, ensuring it meets the brand’s standards. These vehicles have been previously owned,…

How Rivian’s Adaptive Headlights Improve Night Driving

03/30/2025
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Jose Castillo

When Rivian launched the second-generation R1T and R1S in mid-2024, one of the most under-the-radar upgrades was sitting right up front: a brand-new matrix LED headlight system. It didn’t get a flashy name or much fanfare at first—but in August 2024, a software update quietly flipped the switch and activated one of the most advanced lighting systems you can get in any U.S. vehicle. Matrix headlights (also called adaptive driving beams or ADBs) are made up of tiny LED segments…

Rivian Autonomy Platform+ Won’t Be Free Much Longer

03/28/2025
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Jose Castillo

We’re nearing the end of “early 2025,” which means the days of getting Rivian Autonomy Platform+ for free may be numbered. Rivian has stated on both their website and official channels that Platform+ will remain complimentary for Gen 2 vehicles through early 2025. But with April right around the corner, the free ride could be coming to a close very soon. As of now, Rivian Autonomy Platform+ includes: Also on the roadmap is Driving Comfort Assist, which promises to adjust your…

Permanent AWD Option Coming Soon for Rivian Dual Motor Owners

03/21/2025
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Jose Castillo

Rivian’s Dual Motor R1 uses a rear motor clutch system that disconnects the rear motor during cruising to improve efficiency—defaulting to FWD at medium to high speeds unless extra traction or power is needed. Until now, drivers haven’t had manual control over this behavior in All-Purpose mode, which can lead to a slight power delay and noticeable NVH (a clunk, especially on Gen 1 units) when the rear motor re-engages under sudden throttle. Wassym Bensaid, Rivian’s Chief Software Officer, confirmed on social media that manual clutch control is coming,…