Rivian News

Could LiDAR Be Coming to the Rivian R2?

05/27/2025 at 1:21pm
Rivian, Rivian R2
Jose Castillo

As Rivian continues preparing the R2 for its 2026 debut, eagle-eyed fans have spotted something intriguing in photos shared by CEO RJ Scaringe, a small, subtle cutout above the windshield, dead center. While this might not mean much at first glance, it closely resembles the placement of roof-mounted LiDAR units found on other vehicles like the new Volvo EX90. And naturally, it’s sparked speculation: could the R2 be Rivian’s first production vehicle to include LiDAR? Rivian hasn’t officially confirmed or…

Rivian Confirms PIN to Drive and Digital Key Support

05/27/2025 at 11:23am
Rivian, Software
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Jose Castillo

Rivian is set to enhance vehicle security and convenience by introducing two significant features: multi-factor driving authentication, commonly known as “PIN to Drive,” and support for CCC Digital Keys. These updates were recently confirmed by Rivian’s Chief Software Officer, Wassym Bensaid, in a post on X. The “PIN to Drive” feature will require drivers to input a personal identification number before operating the vehicle. This added layer of security aims to deter unauthorized use, even if someone gains access to…

Rivian Targets 70% Mobile Service by End of Year

05/23/2025 at 5:52pm
Rivian, Service
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Jose Castillo

Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe just shared an encouraging update on Instagram about the company’s expanding service network. After facing early challenges meeting demand in certain areas, Rivian is quickly scaling up to improve support for its growing customer base. The company now operates 77 physical Service Centers across the country and plans to boost that number to 100 by the end of the year. But the biggest push is coming from Rivian’s mobile service. With 550 Mobile Service Vehicles already…

Rivian Adds $2,000 Memorial Day Discount with New Summer Offer

05/23/2025 at 2:05pm
Rivian, Rivian R1S, Rivian R1T
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Jose Castillo

Rivian is celebrating Memorial Day 2025 with a new limited-time promotion: the Start Summer Right Offer, providing a $2,000 discount on select R1T and R1S electric vehicles. This offer is valid for orders placed by May 31, 2025, with delivery required by June 30, 2025. Notably, vehicles equipped with the standard battery pack are excluded from this promotion. This new incentive can be combined with Rivian’s existing Nothing but Adventure lease offer, which includes a $6,500 contribution toward the lease of a 2025…

$3/kWh to Charge at Universal Epic Universe Theme Park?

05/23/2025 at 11:04am
EV Charging
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Jose Castillo

It’s not often that two of my worlds, electric vehicles and theme parks, collide, but here in Orlando, they just did in a big way. Universal recently opened its brand-new Epic Universe park, and with it came a shiny new parking lot outfitted with something that caught my eye: 40 Level 2 EV chargers, all tucked under sleek solar panel canopies. It’s a dream setup on paper, solar-powered EV charging while you explore a theme park? Count me in. Naturally,…