Rivian News and Rumors

Rivian Brings Off-Road Experience to Downtown Austin for SXSW

03/06/2025
Jose Castillo

Rivian is turning heads at SXSW by bringing a big mound of dirt to Downtown Austin. At the Rivian Electric Roadhouse, visitors can experience the off-road capabilities of Rivian vehicles—right in the middle of the city. Locals on r/Austin have already noticed the setup, and while some might call it a gimmick, it’s a fitting reminder that Rivians are built for adventure. If you’re at SXSW, it’s worth checking out—when else will you see off-roading in downtown Austin?

Rivian’s “Go Chime” Feature Coming in 2025.06 Update, Gen 1 Support Confirmed for the Future

Rivian’s upcoming 2025.06 over-the-air update is bringing a small but useful new feature called Go Chime. If you’ve ever been at a stoplight, zoned out for a second (maybe on your phone), and didn’t realize the car in front of you had already moved, this feature has your back. When you’re stopped, Go Chime will give you an alert when the vehicle ahead starts driving away. When we first shared this feature, many owners were surprised (and a little frustrated) to see that…

VW ID.Every1 Concept with Rivian software

Rivian’s Software Will Power Volkswagen’s Affordable ID. EVERY1 EV

Volkswagen just unveiled a super-affordable electric car for the European market, the ID. EVERY1, and while the focus is on its budget-friendly price tag, there’s a major Rivian connection under the hood. According to TechCrunch, this little EV will be the first to roll out with Rivian’s software and vehicle architecture—marking a huge moment for the American EV maker’s expansion beyond its own trucks and SUVs. The ID. EVERY1 is expected to go into production in 2027 with a starting…

50k Miles with My Rivian R1T: The Ultimate Tesla Replacement

My Glacier White truck with Forest Edge interior and 20″ AT wheels, has given me quite the adventure. 100+ off-road trips, dozens of camping weekends, 50+ community club events with hundreds of owners, and more Costco runs than I can count. Leaving Tesla for greater adventures was a no brainer—long before Rivian gained full access to the Tesla Supercharger network. Now, with that added convenience alongside the slowly expanding Rivian Adventure Network and countless CCS-compatible stations, peace of mind is just another…

Rivian’s R2 Drive Unit Brings Major Efficiency Upgrades

Rivian’s R2 is shaping up to be a game-changer, and CEO RJ Scaringe just shared a key upgrade. The new Maximus drive unit uses continuous winding in the stator, cutting welds per stator assembly from 264 (on Enduro) to just 24. Fewer welds mean faster production, lower costs, and improved reliability—exactly what Rivian needs to make the R2 more affordable. With innovations like this, Rivian is clearly pushing to optimize efficiency while keeping performance high.