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IONNA Genuine Charging Dispenser

IONNA Is Setting the New Standard for EV Charging in America

If you’ve ever wrestled with a clunky charging app, wondered if a charger will be working when you get there, or pulled into a dimly lit lot in the middle of nowhere at 2AM—IONNA gets it. And they’re out to fix it. After the successful opening of their very first Rechargery in Apex, North Carolina late last year, IONNA has been on a tear. They’re expanding fast, and more importantly, they’re doing it right. Since Apex, they’ve opened new sites in…

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Rivian Autonomy Platform+

Rivian Autonomy Platform+ Won’t Be Free Much Longer

We’re nearing the end of “early 2025,” which means the days of getting Rivian Autonomy Platform+ for free may be numbered. Rivian has stated on both their website and official channels that Platform+ will remain complimentary for Gen 2 vehicles through early 2025. But with April right around the corner, the free ride could be coming to a close very soon. As of now, Rivian Autonomy Platform+ includes: Also on the roadmap is Driving Comfort Assist, which promises to adjust your…

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Rivian R2 Accessories

Rivian Quietly Scrubs R2 Accessory Port from Site

One of the coolest surprises during the R2 unveiling was the rear Accessory Port — that slick, bumper-mounted interface designed to power and mount things like bike racks, camp kitchens, or other modular gear. But now, in a strange twist, Rivian appears to have quietly removed all mention of it from the official R2 webpage. First spotted by Chris Hilbert on social media, this change has sparked some head-scratching in the Rivian community. Early press materials and photos clearly showed the…

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Rivian IPO New York City

How New Auto Tariffs Could Impact Rivian

Starting April 2nd, the U.S. is slapping a 25% tariff on imported cars and light trucks. That’s bad news for foreign automakers—but Rivian? Not so much. Since Rivian builds its EVs in Illinois, the tariffs won’t hit them directly. In fact, they might benefit. Imported EVs just got pricier, which could make the R1T and R1S look like a better deal to buyers weighing their options. But there’s a catch. Rivian still depends on parts from overseas. If those components…

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RivianTrackr Hangouts - Episode 1 - Zack Nelson

RivianTrackr Hangouts Debut: JerryRigEverything Talks Rivian Ownership, Tesla Breakups, and EV Future

In the very first episode of RivianTrackr Hangouts, I sit down with Zack Nelson (aka JerryRigEverything) to talk all things EV—from life with his Rivian to his thoughts on Scout, Telo, Tesla, and that now-infamous Cybertruck video. We dig into what it’s actually like owning a Rivian,, how the community reacts to honesty, and where he thinks the industry is headed plus why he’s getting rid of his Tesla vehicles in 2025. Zack doesn’t hold back—and that’s exactly why we…

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