Rivian Software

Rivian is finally bringing hands-free highway driving to its R1 lineup. During the Q4 2024 Shareholder Webinar, CEO RJ Scaringe confirmed that Rivian’s long-awaited hands-free advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) will roll out in the coming weeks for Gen 2 R1 vehicles. Rivian’s current Rivian Autonomy Platform has offered driver assistance features for some time, but it hasn’t included a true hands-free experience—until now. This new system will allow R1T and R1S drivers to take their hands off the wheel on mapped…

Rivian has always been focused on improving the driving experience for its customers. One big part of that effort is constantly updating its vehicle software. The latest Gen 2 models are packed with high-tech hardware, including powerful cameras, radar, and machine learning systems. But to make its autonomy features even better, Rivian needs to process an enormous amount of data collected from its test fleet every day. These test vehicles gather terabytes of data from cameras, sensors, and GPS. That…

Rivian’s upcoming 2025.06 software update is bringing a long-requested feature to R1T and R1S owners: software-based Wheel Swap. Currently, if you want to change your wheels or tires to a different size, you have to make a service appointment so Rivian can update the vehicle’s software accordingly. But starting with this OTA update, owners will be able to swap wheels and adjust the settings themselves right from the vehicle’s software. This is a huge convenience boost. Whether you’re switching to all-terrain tires for an…

Rivian might be best known for its rugged electric trucks and SUVs, but these days, it’s their tech that’s stealing the spotlight. It turns out that Rivian’s software and electrical architecture are so good that other automakers are lining up to get a piece of it. Why Are Automakers So Interested? Here’s the deal: Rivian’s setup is sleek, simple, and way ahead of the game. Unlike the old-school systems that rely on tons of electronic control units (ECUs) and a…

After a few weeks of wondering when the latest update would hit, Rivian has started rolling out 2024.51 to Rivian owners. I had the chance to check it out and see what’s new plus all the improvements brought in this latest update!