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Rivian Hosts Halloween Mode Celebration in Times Square and Brooklyn

Rivian is taking over Times Square this October with a Halloween-themed event celebrating its latest software release. On Tuesday, October 21, Rivian will transform Midtown into a “Spooky Swamp,” complete with interactive experiences, games, refreshments, and a few surprises for those brave enough to stop by. Visitors can check out the Interactive Magic Mirror, a display that highlights Rivian’s perception technology with a spooky twist, or take part in Ride & Riddle, a ride-along experience in a 2026 Rivian R1S that tests…

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Rivian Adds IONNA and Electrify America Plug & Charge Support in 2025.38 Update

Rivian just dropped a solid charging update in their upcoming 2025.38 software release, and it’s a big one for anyone road tripping or relying on public DC fast charging. The IONNA network is officially being added to Rivian’s built-in navigation and mobile app. That means you’ll soon be able to select IONNA chargers directly alongside Rivian Adventure Network and other options when planning your route. Considering IONNA’s growing footprint across major interstates, this will make long-distance trips a lot easier…

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Rivian Developing Service Menu to Let Owners Handle Repairs Like 12V Battery Replacements

Zack from JerryRigEverything called out Rivian this week after learning it costs $775 to replace the two 12-volt batteries in his R1T, and Rivian wouldn’t even sell him the parts to do it himself. He said Rivian warned that using off-the-shelf batteries could void his warranty, which sparked a ton of frustration in the community. Rivian’s VP of Software, Wassym Bensaid, jumped in to respond. He said the issue isn’t intentional and that replacing those batteries currently requires a diagnostic tool to clear error codes.…

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Rivian 21” Wheel Owners Now Have 5 Tire Options, Including the First All-Terrain

For the longest time, Rivian owners running the 21″ Aero wheels were stuck with a single tire: the pricey Pirelli Scorpion Verde All Season Elect. When it came time to replace or swap, there just weren’t any alternatives. That’s finally changing. Rivian 21” owners now have five options available in the stock 275/55R21 size, covering everything from quiet all-season comfort to a brand-new all-terrain tire for those who like to venture off the pavement. This is huge news for R1T and R1S…

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Rivian Reportedly Partnering with Google Gemini for Upcoming AI Voice Assistant

Rivian is reportedly gearing up to roll out a brand-new AI-powered in-vehicle assistant, and this time it’s coming from Google. Sources say the company is transitioning away from Amazon’s Alexa platform and moving toward Google’s Gemini AI as its primary voice assistant partner. This marks a big shift for Rivian’s connected vehicle experience. The automaker will use Google Cloud as the backbone for its upcoming AI voice system, integrating Gemini’s capabilities directly into its in-vehicle software. While official details are…

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