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In an exciting announcement during a Q&A session this morning, Rivian’s Chief Software Officer Wassym Bensaid confirmed that Google Casting will be introduced in the 2024.47 software update. This highly anticipated feature, initially revealed earlier this year, is a significant step in Rivian’s continued efforts to enhance in-vehicle technology. Google Casting allows seamless integration of Google’s ecosystem with Rivian’s vehicles, enabling features such as mirroring Android device content directly to the vehicle’s display. This functionality is expected to appeal to…

Rivian has shared the release notes for the upcoming 2024.43 software update with RivianTrackr. This update will be coming to both Generation 1 and Generation 2 vehicles within the next 2 weeks. Below you can see a quick synopsis of the updates and links to the full release notes. Generation 1 (2021-2024) See full release notes Generation 2 (2025) See full release notes

Google’s new generative AI updates for Google Maps and Earth are designed to provide more accurate, real-time data, with implications for EV makers like Rivian. With the “grounding” feature, AI can now deliver more relevant, up-to-date location insights to Rivian’s in-vehicle systems, enhancing drivers’ navigation with detailed summaries of nearby points of interest. Additionally, Google Earth’s expanded capabilities support city-level analysis, which could aid in the planning and development of EV infrastructure like charging networks. You can learn more by…

Big news for Team Owl fans! After an amazing discussion sparked by Reddit user u/ihavetime, the Rivian community has made its voice heard loud and clear—Rivian is saving the owl! While the next software update (2024.43) is already in testing and won’t include our favorite feathery friend, you can rest easy knowing that it is coming in a future release. This update will ensure the owl stays part of our beloved Rivian experience.

With many Rivian owners approaching the end of their Connect+ initial trial period, many have been asking if it’s worth the monthly $14.99 fee to keep it. Let’s take a look at what features Connect+ currently (as of the writing of this article) offers and what potential future offerings may be included with your Connect+ subscription. What’s Connect+ Connect+ is Rivian’s premium subscription service, enabling cellular connectivity on Rivian vehicles. With Connect+, you unlock the ability to use native media…