Rivian News

Rivian has released a powerful short film, Our Only Home, delivering an impactful message about climate change and the need for immediate action. Rather than promoting its vehicles or technology, the video is an op-ed-style piece presented by Rivian’s Founder and CEO, RJ Scaringe. In it, he speaks directly about the critical state of our planet and the urgent necessity for all of us to act to combat climate change. Our Only Home avoids traditional product placement, focusing instead on…

Rivian and Volkswagen have launched a new website designed to offer deeper insights into their joint venture. While the partnership itself is well-known, the website serves to educate the public on the specific technologies and innovations they are working on together, especially in software-defined vehicles, zonal controllers, and advanced connectivity solutions. Highlighting Key Areas of Innovation The website provides an overview of the joint venture’s goals, specifically in advancing software-defined vehicles (SDVs). These vehicles allow over-the-air updates, enabling new features…

Rivian and Volkswagen Group are teaming up in a big way, launching a joint venture called “Rivian and VW Group Technology, LLC.” Together, they’re putting up to $5.8 billion on the table to speed up EV development, cut costs, and create some impressive new electric vehicle technology. This partnership combines Rivian’s software expertise with Volkswagen’s massive manufacturing power and vehicle platform know-how—pretty much a match made in EV heaven. Leading this effort are Rivian’s Wassym Bensaid and Volkswagen’s Carsten Helbing.…

Update: The limited run shirt is now sold out. Rivian fans, this is one for the books! A limited-edition shirt has been released to honor Rivian’s incredible record-setting run at the 2024 Pikes Peak Hill Climb. The Rivian R1T Quad Motor completed the famous hill climb in 10 minutes and 53.883 seconds, claiming the record for a production pickup truck. And let’s not forget the unsung hero, the Rivian Motorsports Support Van, who played a critical role behind the scenes.…

GoFastCampers (GFC) has released the first-ever camper and topper designed exclusively for the Rivian R1T. The topper adds secure cargo space and a camping setup that preserves the truck’s electric range and functionality. Unique Design for the Rivian R1T The GFC Platform Camper provides eight feet of internal height and a spacious 80×50-inch sleeping area, while the Platform Topper doubles the R1T’s secure cargo volume. Both options integrate seamlessly with Rivian’s features, including the sharkfin antenna, sensors, and tonneau cover.…