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Rivian 21" Aero

Bridgestone and Hankook Expand Tire Options for Rivian 21 Inch Aero Wheels

If you own a Rivian R1T or R1S with the 21” Aero wheels, you know how limited the replacement tire market has been. For a while, there were really only two choices: the factory-equipped Pirelli Scorpion Verde All Season Elect, or the Michelin LTX M Many owners leaned toward the Michelin, not just because it runs about $100 cheaper per tire, but also because it offers a more aggressive look and slightly deeper tread. That’s finally starting to change. Two…

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Rivian R1T Toy Car

New Rivian merch includes scale R1T model, fleece jacket, flannel, and tonneau cover

Rivian just dropped some new gear in the official Gear Shop, from collectibles to apparel and even an updated truck accessory. The standout is the 1:20 scale Rivian R1T die-cast model ($75), complete with opening doors, frunk, gear tunnel, and detailed interior. It comes in Forest Green or Glacier White. On the apparel side, there are new Crew Socks ($15, organic cotton in Black or Grey), a Full-Zip Fleece Jacket ($90, recycled fleece in Black), and a Flannel Shirt ($90, organic cotton in Night Blue). For R1T owners,…

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Also.

Leaked Images Reveal Rivian Also E-Bike Ahead of Official Launch

Rivian’s micromobility spinoff, Also, is just weeks away from officially unveiling its first product, but thanks to Electrek, we may already have a good idea of what’s coming. In a behind-the-scenes marketing video, Also accidentally revealed several frames of the new e-bike before censoring kicked in, giving us a clearer look at the design. The leaked images show a silver e-bike with roughly 20-inch wheels, front and rear suspension, and a unique frame design that blends the look of a…

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Rivian Georgia Factory Concept Art

Rivian Breaks Ground on Georgia Plant Creating 7,500 Jobs and Building R2 and R3

Rivian just took a big step forward in Georgia. On September 16, the company held a groundbreaking ceremony at its new manufacturing site outside Social Circle. Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe, Governor Brian Kemp, First Lady Marty Kemp, Speaker of the House Jon Burns, and plenty of local leaders were there to help mark the occasion. This is a huge deal for both Rivian and the state. The plant is expected to bring 7,500 permanent jobs by 2030 along with 2,000…

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Rivian Commercial Van 500 Auction

Rivian Commercial Delivery Van Hits Bring a Trailer Auction

A rare chance to snag a Rivian Commercial Delivery Van popped up on Bring a Trailer, where bidding has already reached $33,500 at the time of writing. Rivian normally only sells these vans directly to fleet owners through its website, so this might be one of the only ways for an individual buyer to get their hands on one. The listing is for the Delivery 500, which is the smaller of Rivian’s two commercial van offerings. It comes with 161…

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