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Rivian Announces Hands-Free Driving Features for Electric Vehicles

Rivian Announces Hands Free Driving Features for Electric Vehicles

Rivian, the electric vehicle manufacturer, has revealed groundbreaking hands-free driving technology that promises to redefine autonomous vehicle capabilities. The company will introduce a sophisticated driver assistance system that represents a significant leap forward in automotive…

Amazon’s Electric Vans Deliver 260 Million Packages, Advancing Green Logistics and Industry Innovation

Amazon’s Electric Delivery Vans (Credit: Rivian)

Amazon partnered with Rivian nearly three years ago to manufacture 100,000 electric delivery vans by 2030. To date, thousands of these custom electric vans have been deployed across over 1,800 U.S. cities, significantly contributing to…

Rivian Faces Supply Chain Crisis as Copper Shortage Cuts Production Targets by 18%

Rivian Faces Supply Chain Crisis as Copper Shortage Cuts Production Targets by 18%

Rivian Automotive’s significant 9% share price drop on October 4 highlighted challenges stemming from a supply chain misstep involving a critical component—copper windings—for its in-house electric vehicle (EV) motors. The issue arose from a miscommunication…

Rivian’s R2 EVs to Feature U.S.-Made LG Batteries, Boosting Efficiency and Market Competitiveness

Rivian’s R2 EVs to Feature U.S. Made LG Batteries, Boosting Efficiency and Market Competitiveness

Rivian has announced that its R2 electric vehicles will feature domestically produced batteries from LG Energy Solution, marking a shift from its current reliance on South Korean-manufactured Samsung SDI cells for its R1 series. The…

2025 Rivian R1T: Release Date, Specs, and New Features Drive EV Truck Performance to New Heights

2025 Rivian R1T

The 2025 Rivian R1T is a trailblazing electric truck, that brings together luxury, high performance, and off-road capability. Already known for its versatility, it claimed MotorTrend’s 2022 Truck of the Year award and completed the…

Rivian Introduces the Large+ Battery Pack: Balancing Range, Efficiency, and Customization for the R1 Electric Pickup

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The Rivian R1’s Large+ battery pack has been a source of confusion since its announcement. Despite its name, Rivian has provided little information about its specific characteristics. Initially, the R1 was offered with three battery…

Rivian R1T And R1S To Introduce YouTube App And Google Cast Functionality

Rivian R1T And R1S To Introduce YouTube App And Google Cast Functionality

The Rivian R1T and R1S are unique takes on the pickup truck and mid-size SUV, respectively. They not only offer powerful electric powertrains but also boast distinct aesthetics and innovative features, such as the R1T’s…

Analyzing The Impact Of Cold Weather On EV Range: Understanding The Chill Factor

Analyzing The Impact Of Cold Weather On EV Range Understanding The Chill Factor

In their recent analysis, the Car and Driver’s Testing Hub investigated the effects of cold temperatures on the range of an electric vehicle (EV), using their long-term Rivian R1T as a case study. Contrary to…

Rivian Owners Can Now Utilize Tesla’s Superchargers With Adapters Rolling Out In April

Rivian Owners Can Now Utilize Tesla's Superchargers With Adapters Rolling Out In April

Rivian drivers can now access Tesla’s extensive Supercharger network, as the company begins shipping complimentary adapters to existing Rivian owners next month. With over 15,000 Superchargers across North America, Rivian vehicles, including the R1S SUV…

Rivian’s R1X: A Glimpse Into The Future Of Electric Performance Vehicles

Rivian's R1X A Glimpse Into The Future Of Electric Performance Vehicles

Rivian, the electric vehicle manufacturer, has sparked speculation with a recent trademark filing for the name “R1X” with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). Although the filing dates back to 2021, it was…

Rivian Redirects Focus: Halts Georgia Factory Construction For R2 Production In Illinois

Rivian Redirects Focus Halts Georgia Factory Construction For R2 Production in Illinois

Rivian has decided to shift gears, hitting pause on the construction of its Georgia factory originally slated for producing the R2 model. With financial challenges looming, the company aims to redirect its resources toward launching…

Rivian Liberates its Electric Commercial Delivery Vans from Exclusive Amazon Partnership, Expanding Access to Global Fleets

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Rivian is breaking free from its exclusive partnership with Amazon, offering its electric commercial delivery vans to a broader market beyond the e-commerce giant and its founder, Jeff Bezos. The company, initially tied exclusively to…

Customers Now Receiving First Rivian R1T Max Pack EVs, Offering an Impressive 410-Mile Range

Rivian delivers R1T Max Pack EVs (Credit: MotorTrends)

In an exciting development, the first lucky customers have begun receiving their Rivian R1T electric pickups equipped with the Max Pack battery, which boasts the longest range currently available in the electric pickup market. Initially,…