Software

Stay current on all Rivian software updates, features, and improvements. From over-the-air updates and UI changes to new app integrations and vehicle functions, this category covers everything happening on the digital side of Rivian ownership.

Upcoming Hotfix for Gen 1 Dual Standard and Standard+ Regenerative Braking Problem

Multiple Rivian owners have reached out to RivianTrackr noticing that they no longer have the High regenerative braking option in their vehicles. Owners noticed this after the latest software update 2024.19.04 was released and could only see Standard and the new Low regenerative braking option. This is in comparison to Quad owners who have Low, Standard, and High. The Rivian team has confirmed to RivianTrackr an issue impacting only the Gen 1 Dual Standard and Standard+ models, where the regenerative…

Rivian Releases Software Update 2024.19.04 To General Public

It has felt like an eternity since we got our last Rivian software update but Rivian has gifted us a new software update with plenty of new features. 2024.19.04 brings new suspension software for better ride comfort, refreshed visual interface, live camera blind spots, HVAC improvements, and much more. Check out the official release notes right here and scroll down a bit more to see my video review. Note: Rivian does software updates in batches so you will not get…

Wassym Bensaid AMA on Reddit Complete List of Answers!

Wassym Bensaid, Chief Software Officer at Rivian, took to r/Rivian on Reddit for an “Ask Me Anything” with the community to answer questions about Gen 1, Gen 2, software, and much more. I monitored the AMA live and compiled notes (in no specific order) of what Wassym shared. Some of these details have been already known while some are brand new. You can find the whole conservation over on the r/Rivian subreddit!

Rivian Chief Software Officer Wassym Bensaid To Host Rivian AMA (Ask Me Anything)

Hey everyone! I’m super excited to share an incredible opportunity coming up later this week. On Thursday, June 13th, from 5-7 pm PST, the Rivian Subreddit will be hosting a Q&A session with Wassym Bensaid, Rivian’s Chief Software Officer. This is your chance to get an inside look at the future of Rivian’s technology and innovations directly from the expert himself! What to Expect Wassym will be discussing a variety of topics, including: How to Participate From now until 5…

Wassym Answers Gen 1 Software Questions

Wassym Bensaid, the Chief Software Officer at Rivian, has been a rockstar answering questions from owners. Here’s a few he recently answered on the Rivian Subreddit: Launch Mode Still unknown if Gen 1 will get “Launch Mode” but it’s being considered. Unlocking the Vehicle Unlocking the vehicle with your iPhone (via Apple Wallet) or Apple Watch will be exclusive to Gen 2 because it requires special hardware. Ambient Lighting Ambient lighting is confirmed for Gen 1 but it won’t feature…