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Electric Roadhouse in Austin, TX

Rivian Transforms Austin Space into “Electric Roadhouse” for SXSW 2025

If you stopped by the Rivian Space in Austin this week, you might have been met with a locked door and a sign explaining why—Rivian is in the middle of transforming the space into the Electric Roadhouse for SXSW, which kicks off on Friday, March 7th. Reddit user u/GurCurrent8732 was one of the first to spot the closure, confirming that Rivian’s Austin location is getting a full makeover for the festival. This all ties into Rivian’s two-year exclusive sponsorship with SXSW, which…

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What Are Rivian’s Standard+ and Large+ Batteries and How to Check Yours

If you’ve been confused about Rivian’s Standard+ and Large+ battery options, you’re not alone. These battery trims were quietly offered for a short period, and Rivian never specifically called them out in the R1 Shop. Instead, buyers had to rely on range estimates and specs to figure out what they were actually getting. Here’s the deal—both Standard+ and Large+ are just software-locked versions of larger battery packs. The Standard+ is actually a Large pack with some capacity locked away, while…

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Ben & Jerry's Rivian Commercial Van

Ben & Jerry’s Unveils Electric Ice Cream Trucks with Rivian

Ben & Jerry’s is rolling out two brand-new electric “scoop trucks” built on Rivian’s Commercial Van platform, bringing ice cream to fans with a cleaner, quieter, and more sustainable twist. The first truck is making its debut at SXSW this week in Austin, Texas, giving attendees a first taste of the future of mobile ice cream delivery. This partnership is a perfect blend of two brands that care about sustainability—Ben & Jerry’s has long been outspoken about environmental responsibility, and…

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