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Why Rivian Should Focus on Promised Software Features Instead of Halloween Tricks

Rivian has built a reputation for doing things differently. Every fall we’ve seen the brand lean into Halloween fun with quirky software tricks and seasonal features that make the R1T and R1S feel alive. But this year, maybe it’s time to skip the pumpkins, ghosts, and gimmicks. What Rivian really needs to deliver are the features it has already promised. Back in December 2024, I wrote about Rivian’s packed 2025 software roadmap, a list of updates that the company publicly…

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Rivian Hosts Community Celebration at Stanton Springs North with Rides, Food and Live Music

Rivian is gearing up for a big community event at its Stanton Springs North site in Georgia, giving locals a chance to get behind the wheel, explore the latest vehicles, and enjoy an afternoon of food and entertainment. The celebration takes place Sunday, September 14 from 3:30 to 7:30 p.m. ET at 1620–1798 US-278 in Social Circle, GA. Registration is required, and time slots are limited to make sure everyone gets the best experience. RSVP for free here: rivianevents.com/georgiacommunityevent Rivian is…

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Rivian Faces $100 Million Revenue Hit From Fuel Economy Rule Changes

Rivian says it is losing about $100 million in revenue after the Trump administration rolled back fuel economy penalties and paused the paperwork needed for selling regulatory credits. These credits, sold to automakers that fail to meet fuel efficiency rules, have been a steady income source for EV makers like Rivian, Lucid, and Tesla. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says it will resume issuing compliance letters after reworking Corporate Average Fuel Economy standards, but hasn’t given a timeline. Rivian…

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Rivian Gen 2 12V Battery Bracket Issue Causing Corrosion and Potential Safety Hazards

Last week we reported on Rivian reaching out to select R1 Gen 2 owners about an urgent 12V battery replacement. Now there’s a major update, it turns out the problem is affecting a much larger portion of the fleet than first expected. According to new information, roughly 75% of all Rivian Gen 2 vehicles are impacted by the 12V battery bracket issue. The problem comes down to a design flaw with the bracket that holds the 12V battery in place…

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Rivian Sets September Groundbreaking Events for $5 Billion Georgia Factory

Rivian is finally getting ready to break ground on its long-planned $5 billion factory east of Atlanta, and they’re making a whole weekend out of it. As reported by The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, the company will host a community event on September 14, then a formal groundbreaking on September 16 with media, stakeholders, and Georgia Governor Brian Kemp. The 2,000-acre site along I-20 has faced plenty of delays, but Rivian says these events show the project is back on track, with vertical…

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