Rivian just rolled out Multi-Factor Drive, a new security feature that requires you to approve driving from your phone before the vehicle can start. It’s a big step for security, but it might not be ideal in every situation. In this video, I walk through how it works, share some pros and cons, and explain why losing your phone on…
Rivian’s latest software update, version 2025.18, is now rolling out—and thanks to a behind-the-scenes look from Kyle at Out of Spec, we’re finally seeing some real progress in fast charging times, especially for Gen 2 R1 vehicles. Let’s break down the key improvements across battery packs: Max Pack (Gen 1 & Gen 2) Large Pack (Gen 2 only) Standard Pack (Gen…
In this video, I break down everything coming in Rivian’s 2025.18 update. We’ll walk through the new Energy App 2.0, test its real-time driving insights, check out the updated driver display visuals, and go over how Multi-factor Drive works. Read full release notes: ⚡ Subscribe to RivianTrackr for the latest Rivian news, reviews, and updates! ⚡
The 2025.18 update is now rolling out internally to Rivian employees. Based on past rollouts, we can expect to see it reach customer vehicles within the next two weeks—and it’s a solid one. Multi-factor Drive is finally here. This adds an extra layer of security by requiring app-based authentication before you can drive. It works with your phone or smartwatch…
At Tech Brew’s Power Shift event in NYC, Rivian’s Chief Software Officer Wassym Bensaid shared two big updates that aim to make EV ownership even smoother for Rivian drivers: deeper integration with the IONNA charging network and the launch of a smart home charging program later this summer. Let’s start with IONNA. While it was initially reported that Rivian would…
