Rivian News

U.S. Electric and Hybrid Vehicle Sales Hit Record in Q3 2024

Electric and hybrid vehicles continued their climb in popularity, making up 19.6% of new light-duty vehicle sales in the U.S. during Q3 2024, according to Wards Intelligence. This is up from 19.1% in the previous quarter, driven by record hybrid vehicle sales, which now account for 10.8% of the market. Key Highlights BEV Costs and Incentives The average price for a battery electric vehicle in Q3 was $56,351, about 16% higher than the industry average. Federal tax incentives remain a key factor, but strict requirements for U.S.-based…

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Rivian Ranks Low in Reliability—But Here’s Why Owners Don’t Mind

Rivian has wowed owners again this year, topping Consumer Reports’ satisfaction survey. But not everything is perfect. The brand ranked 22nd for reliability, which shows there are still some bumps in the road when it comes to owning an EV from a newer automaker. Why Reliability Is a Challenge Startups like Rivian face growing pains—it’s just part of the deal. Building first-gen vehicles with cutting-edge tech is no small feat, and occasional service delays or software quirks are common. It’s…

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Rivian Outshines Tesla, BMW, and Porsche in Consumer Reports’ Satisfaction Survey

For the second year in a row, Rivian has snagged the top spot in Consumer Reports’ owner satisfaction survey. This means Rivian owners are not only loving their trucks and SUVs but are also willing to buy them all over again. That’s some high praise, especially when you’re outshining brands like BMW, Tesla, Porsche, Lexus, and Genesis, which also landed in the Top 10. Why Rivian Owners Are So Happy Let’s break it down. Rivian scored 86% on the “would…

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Rivian Service Center Potentially Coming to Woodbridge Township, NJ

It looks like Rivian might be expanding its service footprint in New Jersey! New job listings for a potential Rivian service center in Woodbridge Township have appeared on the Rivian careers website. Positions such as Field Service Manager and Field Service Advisor are currently open, hinting at a new location in the works. For Rivian owners in the area, this would provide a much more convenient option for service compared to the current centers in Trenton, NJ, Blauvelt, NY, and…

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Rivian’s Seattle Pop-Up Reopens on December 7

Rivian is making its return to Seattle! After the previous pop-up store at University Village closed in September, a new temporary space is set to open in the same area—this time in the shopping center’s parking lot. The new pop-up will officially open its doors on December 7, giving Seattleites another chance to get up close and personal with Rivian’s all-electric lineup. Like the previous setup, this store is only temporary while plans for a permanent Seattle location are in…

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