Rivian News and Rumors

$7,500 Rivian EV Lease Credit Ends September 30 With No Guarantees After

09/09/2025 at 11:21am
Rivian
Jose Castillo

Time is running out to grab the $7,500 EV lease credit. On September 30, the program officially ends, and the only way to guarantee you qualify is to actually take delivery of your Rivian by that date. Now technically, there is a loophole. If you sign a binding contract and make your payment before September 30, you could still take delivery after the deadline and keep the credit. But here’s the catch, Rivian hasn’t announced that they’re offering this option. Until they…

Rivian Smart Charging Arrives with Next OTA Update

09/05/2025 at 3:07pm
Rivian, Software
21
Jose Castillo

Back in May, I shared that Rivian was preparing to roll out a new smart charging program with WeaveGrid. The goal was simple: make home charging cheaper and cleaner by automatically syncing your charging schedule with utility rates and grid demand. Early simulations suggested Rivian owners could save about 30% on home charging costs and cut emissions by 28%. Today, Wassym from Rivian confirmed that Smart Charging is officially here and rolling out with the next OTA update. He also…

The Hidden Dangers of Third-Party ADAS Tools on Rivian Vehicles

09/05/2025 at 11:49am
Autonomy, Rivian
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Jose Castillo

Kyle from Out of Spec just shared a video where his Gen 1 R1T kept throwing motor fault errors. After Rivian service dug in, they determined the most likely culprit was the Comma AI third-party tool he was using. Kyle honestly got lucky here, it turned out to be false errors. But other owners might not be so fortunate. If a tool like this causes real damage, Rivian has no obligation to cover the repairs under warranty. That could leave…

How to reset your Rivian R1T tonneau cover

Video – Resetting Your Powered Tonneau Cover

09/04/2025 at 3:13pm
Rivian, Rivian R1T, Video
1
Jose Castillo

If your R1T powered tonneau cover gets stuck or refuses to close all the way, don’t panic. I put together a quick video that walks you through the simple reset process so you can get it working smoothly again without a trip to the service center.

September 2025 Rivian Offers & Incentives

09/03/2025 at 10:45am
Rivian
Jose Castillo

Each month Rivian updates its current offers and incentives, which can include lease credits, special financing, referral perks, or limited-time savings on select models and options. These promotions are designed to make it easier for new buyers and current owners to get into a Rivian or upgrade their vehicle. Last Updated: 09/03/2025 Need help? If you need help placing an R1 order, reach out to me at [email protected] and I can connect you directly with a Rivian sales advisor. $7,500 EV Lease…