California’s Governor Makes a Statement with His New Rivian R1S

California’s Governor Makes a Statement with His New Rivian R1S

I’m sure this won’t be a controversial post at all (he said sarcastically). Governor Gavin Newsom has a new ride—a sleek black Rivian R1S. But the choice is raising eyebrows, and not just because of the vehicle itself. For years, Tesla has been the default symbol of California’s push for electric vehicles. But Governor Newsom’s switch to Rivian feels like…

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California Dune Edition Rivian R1T and R1S Now Available on R1 Shop

California Dune Edition Rivian R1

Rivian’s California Dune R1T and R1S are now available on the R1 Shop. These used to be custom order only, but now you can grab one with just a 1-2 week lead time. The California Dune Edition is loaded with everything you’d want for adventure. It comes with a Tri-Motor setup, Max battery, 20” Dune wheels (either color-matched or satin),…

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Tesla Cybertruck and Rivian Show Why Promised Features Can Disappoint

Screenshot from Rivian.com in 2019 showing Level 3 autonomy promises

PSA – If you’re buying a new vehicle, don’t ever buy it for what it might be able to do tomorrow. Buy it for what it can do today. That’s a lesson Tesla Cybertruck owners are learning the hard way, as Tesla just canceled the extended range battery option that was supposed to be available this year. Many early Cybertruck buyers were…

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Rivian Won’t Raise R2’s $45,000 Starting Price Despite New Tariffs

Rivian R2 Pre-Production

Rivian’s CEO RJ Scaringe confirmed to investors that the upcoming R2 crossover will keep its $45,000 starting price, despite new 25% tariffs on imported vehicles and parts, as reported by Inside EVs. Scaringe emphasized that Rivian has no plans to raise prices, even as tariffs impact other automakers. The tariffs, introduced under the Trump administration, have forced Rivian to lower its…

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Rivian Hits Gross Profit Again, Eyes R2 and Autonomy in 2025

Rivian Logo with Dark Background

Rivian just released its Q1 2025 shareholder letter, giving us a clearer picture of where the company stands heading into the rest of the year. While deliveries were down, there’s a lot to like—especially on the profitability front, progress on the upcoming R2, and some major financial backing now locked in. The company will share more details during its investor…

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