Rivian News

The latest update to the Rivian mobile app, version 2.17, brings several noteworthy upgrades that enhance both usability and functionality for Rivian owners. Here’s a breakdown of what’s new: Rivian Assistant AI The app now includes Rivian Assistant, an AI-driven feature designed to help troubleshoot issues, answer your questions, and streamline service requests. This addition aims to make support more accessible and efficient for users on the go. Real-Time Live Location The Live Location feature gets a major upgrade, allowing…

Rivian’s holiday cheer is rolling in with the upcoming 2024.47 update, packed with festive features, useful upgrades, and a sprinkle of fun for your R1T or R1S. From jingle bell lock sounds to improved driver assistance and even Google Cast and YouTube, there’s something for everyone. While this update is currently in preview, it’s expected to roll out to all Rivian owners in the coming weeks—just in time for the holidays! Highlights for Rivian Gen 1 Highlights for Rivian Gen…

A recent WFTV9 story shared a wild tale about a Rivian R1S owner whose SUV suddenly stopped, started smoking, and left her locked inside. Thankfully, she was fine, but the whole ordeal made headlines. If this same thing had happened in a gas-powered car, would anyone have cared enough to write a story about it? Probably not—and that’s worth talking about. What Happened Jen Pereira had only been driving her Rivian R1S for a little over a month when things…

Rivian has increased the price of their Cargo Crossbars. The Silver variant now costs $700, up from $650, and the Dark variant has jumped to $800. These crossbars are designed to fit seamlessly with the R1T and R1S, perfect for carrying bikes, tents, and more. While Rivian hasn’t explained the price hike, it could be due to material or production costs.

Lightship just unveiled the AE.1 Cosmos Edition, and let’s just say it’s not your typical travel trailer. This is the world’s first Aero-Electric travel trailer, and it’s built to make waves in the RV world. Production kicks off in mid-2025, but the buzz starts now. Why It’s a Big Deal The AE.1 Cosmos Edition is all about combining sustainability and luxury. Towing an EV? No worries. Thanks to its slick aerodynamics and TrekDrive™ power system, you’ll barely lose any range.…