RJ Scaringe gave us a behind-the-scenes look at the R2 on social media, showing the battery, propulsion system, and chassis coming together in the marriage fixture at Rivian’s pilot line. This is the stage right before the body is added, and the packaging on the R2 looks incredibly clean and well thought out, which RJ called out as one of his favorite parts of the design.
Rivian is bringing native NACS charging to its Rivian Adventure Network, starting with a few key Outpost locations and expanding across the network through 2025. Joshua Tree was the first to get the upgrade, with four CCS cabinets swapped to NACS last week. The Hamptons Outpost is next, and Yosemite is set to be converted later this summer. These will be the first Rivian-operated fast-charging sites to fully support NACS vehicles, marking a big step as Rivian and much of…
Rivian is about to make Hamptons road trips a lot easier for EV owners. Starting August 7, their newest Charging Outpost opens in Southampton, New York, giving drivers a convenient place to charge up before heading out to Montauk or visiting local spots like the Parrish Art Museum. The Outpost fits right in with the Hamptons vibe, set in a classic cedar shingle building on Montauk Highway with a laid-back, coastal feel. It has six fast chargers, including a trailer-friendly…
Rivian has opened the configurator for the new R1 Quad, now available outside of the Launch Edition. Just a couple of weeks after the Gen 2 Quad Launch Edition debuted, buyers can now spec out the non Launch Edition R1 Quad, which starts at $115,990 for the R1T and $121,990 for the R1S. The Launch Edition still stands apart with some exclusive perks, including lifetime Rivian Autonomy Platform+ and Connect+ subscriptions, along with two specific builds: Launch Green with a…
Rivian’s flashy new Kick Turn feature, the off-road party trick that lets an R1T or R1S pivot nearly in place, is making waves on the 2026 Gen 2 Quad models. But if you’re a Gen 1 Quad owner, don’t expect to see it coming to your truck or SUV through an update. Rivian has confirmed that Kick Turn will stay exclusive to the Gen 2 platform, and it all comes down to hardware and durability, not just software. The original…
