Rivian News

Rivian has updated its key fob for 2025 and newer Gen 2 vehicles, making it tougher and more user-friendly. The new design includes a secure click-to-unlock carabiner clip, perfect for attaching to your gear without worry. High-contrast icons and a raised lock button make it easier to use in the dark, and NFC functionality ensures you can unlock your vehicle even if the fob’s battery is dead. Remember, this fob only works with Gen 2 vehicles and isn’t interchangeable with Gen…

Great news for Gen 2 Rivian owners: your free trial of Autonomy Platform+ just got extended! Rivian announced in their December Let’s Go newsletter that the trial will now run until early 2025. That means more time to play around with features like Lane Change on Command and to check out the upcoming Enhanced Highway Assist, which is set to drop soon. They’re also working on expanded map coverage to make those long drives and weekend road trips even easier. If you’ve been enjoying these tools (or…

Quick heads up for Rivian owners: the referral program is changing a bit starting January 1, 2025. Right now, you get 750 points when someone uses your referral code and takes delivery of an R1 Shop vehicle. But in the new year, that drops to 500 points. Each point is still worth $1, and you can use them in the Gear Shop or towards your next R1. So it’s still a solid deal—just not quite as sweet as before. If…

Rivian and the United Auto Workers (UAW) have reached an agreement that could make it easier for workers at the company’s Illinois factory to unionize—once Rivian turns a profit. Under this deal, Rivian will take a neutral stance toward organizing efforts, but the neutrality only kicks in after the automaker meets certain financial milestones, which haven’t been disclosed. For Rivian, profitability has been elusive as it battles supply chain issues and a cooling EV market. While CFO Claire McDonough recently…

Ionna has officially opened its first-ever EV charging Rechargery here in Apex, North Carolina! This new location is designed to offer a seamless charging experience for EV owners, with state-of-the-art chargers and a clean, welcoming space. I visited the Rechargery on opening day to check it out and captured a video walkthrough to give you a closer look. Whether you’re local or just passing through, this spot is worth checking out for your next charge.