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How Rivian Uses AWS to Speed Up Autonomous Driving Development

Rivian has always been focused on improving the driving experience for its customers. One big part of that effort is constantly updating its vehicle software. The latest Gen 2 models are packed with high-tech hardware, including powerful cameras, radar, and machine learning systems. But to make its autonomy features even better, Rivian needs to process an enormous amount of data collected from its test fleet every day. These test vehicles gather terabytes of data from cameras, sensors, and GPS. That…

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Rivian Officially Opens Commercial Van Sales to Fleets of All Sizes

Rivian has officially opened orders for its Commercial Van to fleets of all sizes, confirming what we reported last week. Businesses can now order the Delivery 500 or 700. Riviain has also confirmed there is no minimum required so you can order as little as 1 Commercial Van or 1,000 Commercial Vans. Until recently, these vans were exclusive to Amazon, but with that deal now over, Rivian can begin offering them to other companies. The Commercial Van is built with…

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Rivian Space at the Aventura Mall in Miami, FL

Inside Florida’s First Rivian Space at Aventura Mall

Rivian just opened its first Rivian Space in Florida, and I had to check it out. The new spot at Aventura Mall gives people a chance to see the R1T and R1S up close, ask questions, and get a feel for what Rivian is all about. It’s not a dealership—there’s no pressure to buy—just a place to explore the vehicles and learn more about the brand. Aventura Mall is a perfect location for this. It’s one of the busiest malls in Florida, so tons of people…

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Taxes and Fees on the R1 Shop

Rivian Adds Tax and Fee Transparency to R1 Shop

Rivian just made it a lot easier to see the full cost of buying a vehicle from the R1 Shop. Now, when you’re browsing available R1T and R1S configurations, you’ll get a clearer breakdown of taxes and fees included in the purchase price. This update includes a breakdown of: Beyond just knowing what’s included, Rivian now also updates the monthly payment estimate to reflect these additional costs. That means no more guessing how much taxes and fees will actually impact your financing terms—you’ll see a…

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Trump Administration Halts New EV Charging Funds

President Trump’s Department of Transportation just put a hold on new EV charging projects funded by the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) program. In a letter to states, the Federal Highway Administration announced it’s suspending approval of state plans, meaning no new funds can be committed until further notice. NEVI, created under the 2022 Infrastructure Law, set aside $5 billion to expand the charging network. The Biden administration had already approved funding through 2025, but Trump’s team is now reviewing…

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