Rivian R1T

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Thinking About Rivian’s Darkout Package? Here’s Why You Should Add It at Checkout

12/17/2024
Accessories, Rivian, Rivian R1S, Rivian R1T
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Jose Castillo

Ryan from The Kilowatts recently reached out to Rivian to see how much it would cost to add the Darkout Package to his Gen 2 R1Safter delivery. For reference, the Darkout Package, which includes Gunmetal skid plates and Black badging, is a $750 option when selected at the time of purchase. Retrofitting it later, however, isn’t so budget-friendly. Rivian’s quote revealed a total cost of $2,381, broken down into parts pricing and labor. Cost Breakdown Labor Costs Rivian estimates 2.8 hours of labor at a rate of $560, bringing the total to $2,381. Why…

Adding the EV Sportline RMaxx Running Boards to My Gen 2 R1T

I recently installed the EV Sportline RMaxx Running Boards on my 2025 Rivian R1T Gen 2 and wanted to share my experience. These running boards are a solid upgrade—they look great, make getting in and out easier, and don’t mess with the truck’s ground clearance. If you’re curious about the installation process or wondering if these are worth it, check out my video below where I go over everything, step by step: Why I Went with the RMaxx Running Boards If you’re thinking…

Drive-In Theater Adventures in a Rivian R1T

Drive-in theaters might be a nostalgic pastime, but they’re still a great way to enjoy a movie night under the stars. With Wicked showing on the big screen, I decided to take my new Gen 2 Rivian R1T to a nearby drive-in for the full retro experience. But there was a small hiccup—my R1T’s FM radio had a noticeable delay, about five seconds behind the on-screen action. Why does this happen? The FM radio in Rivian vehicles uses advanced digital…

Rivian Drops Front Passenger Under-Seat Cubby in Cost-Cutting Move

Rivian has quietly removed the under-seat storage cubby from the front passenger seat on vehicles built after mid-November. The change is part of the company’s ongoing efforts to cut costs and work toward turning a profit—something every automaker needs to figure out, especially in the competitive EV space. The good news? The driver-side under-seat cubby is still there, so you won’t lose all the hidden in-cabin storage. If you’re wondering if this is related to the recent move of the…

VIDEO – New Rivian R1T Tri-Motor Pickup at the Orlando Service Center

Join me as I head to the Rivian Orlando Service Center to pick up my new Gen 2 Rivian R1T Tri-Motor and trade in my old Gen 1 Quad R1T. I’ll take you through the full excitement, hype, and process of trading in, setting up, and everything in between when it comes to getting a new Rivian. Huge shoutout to Tom who came out to support me and help me record content 🙂