California Dune Edition Rivian R1T and R1S Now Available on R1 Shop

California Dune Edition Rivian R1

Rivian’s California Dune R1T and R1S are now available on the R1 Shop. These used to be custom order only, but now you can grab one with just a 1-2 week lead time. The California Dune Edition is loaded with everything you’d want for adventure. It comes with a Tri-Motor setup, Max battery, 20” Dune wheels (either color-matched or satin),…

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Rivian Hits Gross Profit Again, Eyes R2 and Autonomy in 2025

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Rivian just released its Q1 2025 shareholder letter, giving us a clearer picture of where the company stands heading into the rest of the year. While deliveries were down, there’s a lot to like—especially on the profitability front, progress on the upcoming R2, and some major financial backing now locked in. The company will share more details during its investor…

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NACS, Gen 2 Quad, and More – What’s Coming to the 2026 Rivian R1T and R1S

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We’re getting closer to the 2026 Rivian R1T and R1S, and while it won’t be a full redesign, there are some meaningful updates on the way. Some are confirmed, some are likely, and some things definitely aren’t happening. What’s coming The biggest change is NACS—Rivian is switching over to the Tesla-style charging port starting in 2026. That means easier access…

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Rivian Preps for Tariffs by Stockpiling Batteries and Shifting Supply to U.S.

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Rivian isn’t sitting around waiting to see what happens with Trump’s proposed tariffs—they’re already prepping. While other automakers are pulling back forecasts, Rivian quietly started stockpiling EV batteries last year, locking in supplies before costs potentially spike. According to Bloomberg, Rivian paid upfront to secure lithium-iron phosphate cells from China’s Gotion for its commercial vans. Gotion even built a separate…

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