Rivian News and Rumors

RivianTrackr March 2025 Giveaway

03/06/2025 at 5:35pm
5
Jose Castillo

Update: Congratulations to Tim (@omg_tesla) for being the winner of our March giveaway. You can check out his photos by clicking here. If you love taking your Rivian on adventures, now’s your chance to show it off and win a Kammok Crosswing Awning(valued at $1,300)! Whether you’ve tackled rugged trails, camped under the stars, or just captured an incredible scenic moment, we want to see it. How to Enter That’s it! Share your best shot, and you’ll be entered to win.…

Rivian Brings Off-Road Experience to Downtown Austin for SXSW

03/06/2025 at 4:14pm
Jose Castillo

Rivian is turning heads at SXSW by bringing a big mound of dirt to Downtown Austin. At the Rivian Electric Roadhouse, visitors can experience the off-road capabilities of Rivian vehicles—right in the middle of the city. Locals on r/Austin have already noticed the setup, and while some might call it a gimmick, it’s a fitting reminder that Rivians are built for adventure. If you’re at SXSW, it’s worth checking out—when else will you see off-roading in downtown Austin?

Rivian’s “Go Chime” Feature Coming in 2025.06 Update, Gen 1 Support Confirmed for the Future

03/06/2025 at 1:47pm
Rivian, Software
Jose Castillo

Rivian’s upcoming 2025.06 over-the-air update is bringing a small but useful new feature called Go Chime. If you’ve ever been at a stoplight, zoned out for a second (maybe on your phone), and didn’t realize the car in front of you had already moved, this feature has your back. When you’re stopped, Go Chime will give you an alert when the vehicle ahead starts driving away. When we first shared this feature, many owners were surprised (and a little frustrated) to see that…

VW ID.Every1 Concept with Rivian software

Rivian’s Software Will Power Volkswagen’s Affordable ID. EVERY1 EV

03/06/2025 at 10:41am
Rivian, Volkswagen
Jose Castillo

Volkswagen just unveiled a super-affordable electric car for the European market, the ID. EVERY1, and while the focus is on its budget-friendly price tag, there’s a major Rivian connection under the hood. According to TechCrunch, this little EV will be the first to roll out with Rivian’s software and vehicle architecture—marking a huge moment for the American EV maker’s expansion beyond its own trucks and SUVs. The ID. EVERY1 is expected to go into production in 2027 with a starting…

50k Miles with My Rivian R1T: The Ultimate Tesla Replacement

03/05/2025 at 5:22pm
Rivian, Rivian R1T
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David Cottrell

My Glacier White truck with Forest Edge interior and 20″ AT wheels, has given me quite the adventure. 100+ off-road trips, dozens of camping weekends, 50+ community club events with hundreds of owners, and more Costco runs than I can count. Leaving Tesla for greater adventures was a no brainer—long before Rivian gained full access to the Tesla Supercharger network. Now, with that added convenience alongside the slowly expanding Rivian Adventure Network and countless CCS-compatible stations, peace of mind is just another…