Rivian News and Rumors

Rivian Expands Online Pre-Owned Vehicle Sales to Florida

10/31/2024 at 1:14pm
Jose Castillo

Rivian is broadening its reach in the pre-owned EV market, adding Florida to its online sales footprint. This addition follows a phased rollout that has already seen pre-owned vehicles available to customers in Colorado, Arizona, California, and Illinois. Florida joins these states as the latest to offer Rivian’s convenient, quality-assured, pre-owned buying experience, reflecting the brand’s commitment to expanding access to sustainable mobility options across the U.S. Through Rivian’s online pre-owned platform, buyers can browse a range of used R1T…

How Rivian’s Software Architecture Will Power VW’s New Scout EV Lineup

Volkswagen’s new EV brand, Scout Motors, confirmed it will use the software and zonal architecture developed through the Rivian and VW Group joint venture for its first vehicles, set for production in 2027. This joint tech platform, initially intended to power most VW vehicles, will also be integral to Scout’s models, marking a big milestone in the $5 billion Rivian-VW partnership expected to be finalized by year’s end. At TechCrunch Disrupt 2024, Rivian’s Chief Software Officer, Wassym Bensaid, shared that…

Rivian’s Path to Better Quality Control

10/30/2024 at 2:21pm
Jose Castillo

In electric vehicles, the road from concept to showroom is anything but smooth. Rivian, one of the most anticipated new EV manufacturers, has faced scrutiny that only comes with high expectations. As customers express excitement and pride over owning one of Rivian’s groundbreaking R1T trucks or R1S SUVs, there has also been a wave of feedback and criticism over the initial quality control issues in these early models. What many forget, however, is that even Tesla – the world’s most…

Join the Eudēmonia Summit and Rivian in Driving a Greener Future

10/29/2024 at 4:19pm
Jose Castillo

The Eudēmonia Summit is thrilled to announce an exciting partnership with Rivian. As part of the Summit this weekend, from November 1–3 in West Palm Beach, Rivian will provide eco-friendly rides for attendees, showcasing how their electric vehicles are powering change for a more sustainable future. If you’re attending, get ready to experience sustainable innovation firsthand with Rivian’s state-of-the-art electric fleet. This week marks one of the last opportunities to grab a spot at the Summit, where you’ll have the…

Rivian Tip: Create an Apple Shortcut to Unlock from Lock Screen!

10/29/2024 at 2:04pm
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Jose Castillo

Did you know you can unlock your Rivian right from your iPhone’s lock screen? In this video, I’ll show you how to create an Apple Shortcut that lets you unlock your Rivian from the lock screen, even if you have Auto Unlock turned off. This quick tip will make it easier to access your vehicle at home without unlocking your phone or adjusting your Auto Unlock settings fully. Check it out to streamline your Rivian experience!