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Kammok Crosswing Awning for Rivian R1

Rivian Launching Kammok Crosswing Awning for R1T and R1S

Rivian is adding a new adventure accessory to the Gear Shop—the Kammok Crosswing Awning. Announced in February’s Let’s Go Owners Newsletter, this 7-foot pullout awning is designed for quick and easy shade. It deploys in seconds and extends from 3 to 6.5 feet, making it a convenient option for both R1T and R1S owners. Rivian teamed up with Kammok to create an exclusive design, though details on what sets it apart haven’t been shared yet. Pricing is also still unknown, but the…

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Rivian Mobile App

MotorTrend Names Rivian App Best Tech of 2025

MotorTrend has awarded the Rivian mobile app its inaugural Best Tech Award for Automaker App, recognizing its unmatched functionality, ease of use, and continuous innovation. While most automaker apps feel like afterthoughts, Rivian’s app is built with attention to detail, making it a powerful tool that enhances the ownership experience. One standout feature is widget integration, allowing users to check battery status, lock or unlock doors, and control climate settings—all from the lock screen, without even opening the app. Once inside, users…

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Rivian R1S Running comma 3X

Rivian Owners Can Now Use Comma.ai, But at Their Own Risk

Comma.ai just made things a lot more interesting for Rivian owners by adding support for the R1T and R1S with their open-source driver assistance system, openpilot. If you’re the type who likes pushing your truck’s tech to the next level, this might be right up your alley. For those who don’t know, Comma.ai makes a device called the comma 3X, which adds some serious smarts to your car’s driver assistance features. We’re talking lane centering, adaptive cruise control, and a smoother, more capable highway…

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Rivian Venice Hub

Rivian Trade-In Policy Forces Full Equity Toward New Lease

If you’re thinking about leasing a Rivian and trading in your current vehicle, there’s something you need to be aware of—especially if you have positive equity in your trade. I ran into this issue myself when I leased my Gen 2 Rivian, and I’ve had multiple people reach out about the same problem. First, let’s talk about what’s happening. Rivian has been offering competitive trade-in values, particularly for other EVs, as part of its All-Electric Upgrade Offer, which can knock…

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Rivian Stock Drops After Wall Street Downgrades

We don’t usually cover stock news, but this one felt worth talking about. Rivian’s stock took a hit Monday after back-to-back downgrades from Wall Street, with analysts pointing to growing risks that are starting to outweigh the upside. BofA Securities dropped its rating from Hold to Sell, slashing its price target from $13 to $10, while Cantor Fitzgerald also cut its rating from Buy to Hold last Friday. So what’s the problem? Demand. Rivian expects to deliver between 46,000 and…

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