Rivian News and Rumors

Rivian Preferred Vehicle Protection vs Vehicle Service Contract Full Breakdown

07/10/2025 at 4:48pm
Rivian, Service
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Jose Castillo

Rivian is rolling out two new vehicle protection offerings through its Rivian Care program, both administered by Assurant: Preferred Vehicle Protection (PVP) and the Vehicle Service Contract (VSC). While they sound similar, they cover very different needs. Here’s a breakdown of what each one offers and how they compare. Currently, these Rivian Care products are only available to customers in Texas, with plans to expand to more states later this year. tl;dr Preferred Vehicle Protection (PVP) focuses on cosmetic and everyday hazard damage like curb…

Expect Rivian Deals Soon as 2026 Models Launch and Credit Ends

07/10/2025 at 10:34am
Rivian
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Jose Castillo

Rivian just rolled out its 2026 model year R1T and R1S, and with it comes a small bump in pricing across the board. We’re talking a few hundred bucks more for most trims, plus an increased destination fee now set at $1,895. At the same time, the federal EV lease and purchase credit of up to $7,500 is officially ending on September 30, 2025. That combo of higher prices and disappearing incentives sets the stage for something interesting. If we…

Rivian Gen 2 Quad Motor Offers Better Cooling and Efficiency

07/09/2025 at 5:56pm
Rivian, Rivian R1S, Rivian R1T
Jose Castillo

On paper, both the Gen 1 and newly released Gen 2 Rivian R1T and R1S offer quad-motor configurations, four motors, one per wheel, with torque vectoring and serious off-road capability. But with the Gen 2 Quad officially launching yesterday, it’s clear the motor technology isn’t just updated, it’s been completely re-engineered from the ground up. Rivian went from using externally sourced Bosch motors in Gen 1 to fully in-house designed Ascent motors in Gen 2 Quad. That change has a…

Review – Mars Adventure Gear R1T Bed Rack

07/09/2025 at 12:58pm
Accessories, Rivian, Video
Jose Castillo

I recently installed the Mars Adventure Gear Expedition Bed Rack on my R1T and wanted to share a quick walkthrough now that it’s on the truck. This rack is designed specifically for Rivian, and the fit and finish are on point. It gives the R1T a clean, functional look with built-in MOLLE panels, adjustable crossbars, and easy access to the tonneau and gear tunnel. Check it out here: Mars Expedition Bed Rack for Rivian R1T (affiliate link) If you’re considering a…

Rivian No Longer Includes Portable Charger With 2026 R1T and R1S

07/08/2025 at 4:53pm
Accessories, Rivian, Rivian R1S, Rivian R1T
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Jose Castillo

If you’re planning to order a 2026 Rivian R1T or R1S, here’s something to keep in mind: Rivian is no longer including the Portable Charger with new vehicles. Previously, every Rivian came with a Portable Charger that let you charge at home using either a standard 120V outlet or a 240V NEMA 14-50 outlet. For 2026, that charger is now a separate $400 accessory, regardless of whether you choose the NACS or J1772 variant. This change applies across the lineup,…