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Tesla Cybertruck and Rivian Show Why Promised Features Can Disappoint

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’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 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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Rivian Care Launches Pilot Program in Texas

Rivian is quietly rolling out a new protection plan pilot for owners in Texas, and it’s called Rivian Care. It’s a pair of optional products meant to extend peace of mind beyond the standard factory warranty—and it’s all powered by Assurant, a well-known name in vehicle protection services. There are two separate plans under Rivian Care, and you can pick one…

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Video – Rivian Update 2025.14 Review

In this video, I break down everything coming in Rivian’s 2025.14 software update. From the new Spotify DJ feature to long-awaited driver assistance improvements for Gen 1 vehicles, this update focuses on polish and quality-of-life upgrades. I’ll walk through what’s new, what’s fixed, and which features are Gen 1 vs Gen 2. Read full release notes

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