Is the Rivian R1S Wheelchair-Friendly? Zack and Cambry Put It to the Test

Is the Rivian R1S Wheelchair-Friendly? Zack and Cambry Put It to the Test

Our friend Zack Nelson (aka JerryRigEverything) and his wife Cambry recently tried out a Gen 2 Rivian R1S to see if it could replace her Tesla Model X. Cambry’s been a wheelchair user for about 20 years, so accessibility is a big deal — especially when it comes to transferring into the driver’s seat, storing her wheelchair, and hauling kids…

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Inside Rivian’s Immersive New Brand Space in New York

Inside Rivian’s Immersive New Brand Space in New York

Rivian has reimagined its East Coast retail space into something entirely new: the Rivian Concept Experience, now open in NYC’s Meatpacking District. Located beneath the High Line, this redesigned venue ditches the traditional showroom feel in favor of a warm, immersive space that tells stories of adventure, exploration, and the Rivian lifestyle. Instead of bright lights and sales desks, visitors will…

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Rivian Preps for Tariffs by Stockpiling Batteries and Shifting Supply to U.S.

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Rivian isn’t sitting around waiting to see what happens with Trump’s proposed tariffs—they’re already prepping. While other automakers are pulling back forecasts, Rivian quietly started stockpiling EV batteries last year, locking in supplies before costs potentially spike. According to Bloomberg, Rivian paid upfront to secure lithium-iron phosphate cells from China’s Gotion for its commercial vans. Gotion even built a separate…

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Rivian’s First National Ad Campaign Isn’t About Trucks—It’s About You

Rivian’s First National Ad Campaign Isn’t About Trucks—It’s About You

Rivian is stepping into the national spotlight with a new kind of advertising campaign—one that puts real owners and their everyday adventures at the center. The company just launched its first-ever 360 rnational brand campaign, called “Real Rivian Adventures,” and it’s not your typical car commercial. Instead of dramatic voiceovers or rugged terrain clichés, Rivian is showcasing real stories from its community.…

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May 2025 Rivian Deals, Rebates, and EV Trade-In Discounts

May 2025 Rivian Deals, Rebates, and EV Trade-In Discounts

Rivian has a few updated lease and trade-in offers for May that are worth knowing if you’re thinking about ordering an R1T or R1S. First up is the “Nothing but Adventure” lease offer, which runs through May 31. If you lease a 2025 Dual Motor R1T or R1S with the Max battery and Performance Upgrade, Rivian will contribute $6,500 toward your down payment. This is applied…

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