Rivian News and Rumors

Rivian Transforms Austin Space into “Electric Roadhouse” for SXSW 2025

03/05/2025 at 12:00pm
EV Events, Rivian
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Jose Castillo

If you stopped by the Rivian Space in Austin this week, you might have been met with a locked door and a sign explaining why—Rivian is in the middle of transforming the space into the Electric Roadhouse for SXSW, which kicks off on Friday, March 7th. Reddit user u/GurCurrent8732 was one of the first to spot the closure, confirming that Rivian’s Austin location is getting a full makeover for the festival. This all ties into Rivian’s two-year exclusive sponsorship with SXSW, which…

What’s Coming In Rivian Update 2025.06

03/04/2025 at 9:20pm
Rivian, Software
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Jose Castillo

There’s a LOT of exciting features (especially for Gen 2) in this long awaited update. After Wassym teased that we would get wheel swaps and the ability to purchase performance upgrades, owners have been anxiously waiting. See full release notes

What Are Rivian’s Standard+ and Large+ Batteries and How to Check Yours

03/04/2025 at 4:51pm
Jose Castillo

If you’ve been confused about Rivian’s Standard+ and Large+ battery options, you’re not alone. These battery trims were quietly offered for a short period, and Rivian never specifically called them out in the R1 Shop. Instead, buyers had to rely on range estimates and specs to figure out what they were actually getting. Here’s the deal—both Standard+ and Large+ are just software-locked versions of larger battery packs. The Standard+ is actually a Large pack with some capacity locked away, while…

March 2025 Rivian Deals and Offers

03/04/2025 at 2:12pm
Jose Castillo

Rivian is offering some solid incentives this month for anyone looking to buy or lease an R1T or R1S. Here’s a quick breakdown of the best deals: If you’re thinking about getting a Rivian, now’s a great time to take advantage of these limited-time offers. Start your Rivian journey and claim these offers here: Rivian Referral Link

Ben & Jerry’s Unveils Electric Ice Cream Trucks with Rivian

Ben & Jerry’s is rolling out two brand-new electric “scoop trucks” built on Rivian’s Commercial Van platform, bringing ice cream to fans with a cleaner, quieter, and more sustainable twist. The first truck is making its debut at SXSW this week in Austin, Texas, giving attendees a first taste of the future of mobile ice cream delivery. This partnership is a perfect blend of two brands that care about sustainability—Ben & Jerry’s has long been outspoken about environmental responsibility, and…