Rivian Digital Key

Rivian Hosts Apple Car Key Interoperability Testing at CCC Plugfest

Apple, Rivian, and several major automakers are spending the week in Silicon Valley testing the future of digital vehicle access. The Car Connectivity Consortium has kicked off its sixteenth end-to-end interoperability Plugfest, held January 12–16 at Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies’ Palo Alto facility. The event brings together automakers, device makers, testing labs, and tool vendors to validate real-world performance…

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R2 Production-Intent Models

Rivian Appoints Greg Revelle as Chief Customer Officer Ahead of R2 Launch

Rivian has appointed Greg Revelle as its new Chief Customer Officer, effective today. In this role, Revelle will oversee the entire customer journey, including sales, marketing, and operations, as Rivian prepares for its next phase of growth. Revelle joins Rivian from Revatek, an energy storage startup he founded focused on off grid outdoor use. He also brings leadership experience from…

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Understanding Rivian’s Energy Monitor App

Video – Understanding Rivian’s Energy Monitor App

I recorded a quick walkthrough of the Energy Monitor app on the Rivian R1 after seeing a great discussion on the r/Rivian subreddit. In this video, I break down what each section shows, how to read your efficiency data, and how it can actually help you understand where your energy is going while you drive. If you’ve ever opened the…

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R1 Suspension

Rivian Issues Recall for R1S and R1T After Service Related Suspension Risk

Rivian has issued a new recall that affects a limited number of R1 vehicles, and it is one owners should be aware of, especially if their vehicle has been in for service before spring 2025. Rivian is recalling certain 2022 to 2025 R1S and R1T vehicles after discovering that a rear suspension component may have been reassembled incorrectly during prior…

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Rivian R1T

A Simple Rivian Lease Calculator That Actually Explains the Numbers

Travis Ketchum put together a really slick lease calculator that takes a lot of the mystery out of leasing a Rivian. Instead of just staring at a monthly payment and guessing if it’s good or bad, this tool lets you actually see what’s going on behind the scenes. The calculator walks you through the basics like model, MSRP, lease term,…

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