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I’m Jose, building RivianTrackr to connect owners and enthusiasts with everything Rivian and EVs. Opinions are my own.
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Jose | RivianTrackr @riviantrackr.com · 4d
Rivian has officially announced its Autonomy Day livestream for December 11, and I’ll be on site covering all the new Autonomy and AI updates as they drop.

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Rivian Announces Autonomy Day Livestream for December 11
Rivian’s first Autonomy Day is almost here. On December 11 at 9AM PST, Rivian is set to show off its latest Autonomy and AI tech, including a deeper look at the new Universal Hands Free system RJ talk...
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EV Sportline just dropped the first aluminum running boards for the Rivian R1T and R1S, and they’re a lighter, cleaner, more factory-style upgrade that builds on one of the most popular Rivian accessories out there.

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Rivian R1T and R1S Get Their First Aluminum Running Boards From EV Sportline
Friend and sponsor of RivianTrackr, EV Sportline, is kicking off Black Friday with a pretty big first for the Rivian platform. They’ve officially launched the world’s first aluminum running boards for...
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November 28, 2025 at 8:14 PM
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Happy Thanksgiving From RivianTrackr!

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Happy Thanksgiving From RivianTrackr!
Happy Thanksgiving, everyone. Just wanted to take a second and say how grateful I am for all of you who hang out here, read the posts, send me tips, and share your Rivian stories with me. This little ...
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November 27, 2025 at 5:43 PM
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Rivian is offering holiday discounts on select Gear Shop accessories for a limited time, making it a great opportunity to save on popular items just in time for Christmas.

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Rivian Rolls Out Holiday Discounts and Gift Guide in the Gear Shop
Rivian is quietly rolling out some solid holiday discounts in the Gear Shop, and there are actually some worthwhile deals in here. A bunch of popular accessories are marked down, making it a good time...
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November 26, 2025 at 7:06 PM
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Rivian is running holiday discounts in the Gear Shop with deals on select accessories like cargo crossbars, floor mats, key fobs, recovery gear, and even the Travel Kitchen.

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November 26, 2025 at 6:41 PM
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In this editorial, I share why I believe Rivian's R2 is uniquely positioned for success in Europe, based on how its size, pricing, design, and energy focused features align with what European EV buyers actually want.

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Editorial: Why Rivian R2 Is Perfectly Positioned to Succeed in Europe
Rivian’s R2 might end up being an even bigger hit in Europe than it is in the US, and that feels very intentional rather than accidental. From the start, Rivian has said R2 was designed with Europe in...
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November 26, 2025 at 4:46 PM
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Rivian has officially announced its Autonomy Day livestream for December 11, and I’ll be on site covering all the new Autonomy and AI updates as they drop.

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Rivian Announces Autonomy Day Livestream for December 11
Rivian’s first Autonomy Day is almost here. On December 11 at 9AM PST, Rivian is set to show off its latest Autonomy and AI tech, including a deeper look at the new Universal Hands Free system RJ talk...
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November 25, 2025 at 5:15 PM
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ALSO Reveals Alpha Wave Helmet for $250 Ahead of Preorders

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ALSO Reveals Alpha Wave Helmet for $250 Ahead of Preorders
Rivian’s e-mobility brand ALSO has announced pricing for yet another product, and this one is for the riders out there. The new Alpha Wave Helmet comes in at $250 and will be available to pre-order so...
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November 24, 2025 at 10:10 PM
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Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe confirmed that the upcoming R3 will be priced noticeably below the R2, signaling an even more affordable entry point into the Rivian lineup.

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RJ Scaringe Says Rivian R3 Will Undercut R2 Pricing
Rivian fans got a little surprise last week when RJ Scaringe sat down with the Rotary Club of Atlanta and casually confirmed something we’ve all been wondering about, the R3 is going to come in notice...
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November 24, 2025 at 7:10 PM
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Rivian began rolling out the LFP range estimation fix last week, and today’s email shows how important it is for every affected owner to receive clear and consistent communication.

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Rivian Responds to LFP Battery Range Fault After Multiple Owner Incidents
Rivian finally sent an email today about the Dual Standard LFP range estimation issue, and it confirms what a lot of owners have been dealing with quietly for weeks. The message explains that a softwa...
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November 24, 2025 at 5:25 PM
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Quick turnaround, this is now rolling out to all Gen 2 R1 owners.
riviantrackr.com Jose | RivianTrackr @riviantrackr.com · 10d
The Gen 2 only 2025.38.30 update is currently being tested internally and includes fixes for a rare 12 V battery drain, restored phone proximity features, reliable drive mode updates in the app, resolved fast charging failures, and more.

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Rivian Software Update 2025.38.30
2025.38.30 - Rivian knocked out a handful of annoying edge cases in this update, mostly around charging and connectivity. The team fixed a rare bug that could drain the 12 V battery when the truck wok...
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November 20, 2025 at 8:46 PM
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Rivian’s new Milk Run holiday ad captures how the R1S turns even a simple grocery errand into a calm little escape from the seasonal chaos.

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Rivian’s New Milk Run Holiday Ad Shows Why R1S Errands Feel Like an Escape
The holidays get chaotic fast, and Rivian is leaning right into that vibe with its latest Real Rivian Adventures spot called Milk Run. It is a playful reminder that sometimes the best way to escape th...
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November 20, 2025 at 8:17 PM
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Rivian has released a bunch of holiday bundles on the Gear Shop.

R1S Essentials Bundle - $320
Snow Day Set - $1,100
Off-Road Readiness Bundle - $945
Stocking-Sized Gifts - $120

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November 20, 2025 at 12:12 AM
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The Gen 2 only 2025.38.30 update is currently being tested internally and includes fixes for a rare 12 V battery drain, restored phone proximity features, reliable drive mode updates in the app, resolved fast charging failures, and more.

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Rivian Software Update 2025.38.30
2025.38.30 - Rivian knocked out a handful of annoying edge cases in this update, mostly around charging and connectivity. The team fixed a rare bug that could drain the 12 V battery when the truck wok...
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November 19, 2025 at 10:15 PM
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My editorial lays out why 2026 is the year Rivian levels up from a cool EV brand to a full technology ecosystem with R2, real autonomy, ALSO’s new micromobility lineup, and the early groundwork of Mind Robotics.

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Editorial: Why 2026 Will Be Rivian’s Breakout Year
2026 is not just the year Rivian launches a cheaper SUV. It is the year Rivian stops being “the cool truck startup” and starts looking like a full blown technology platform that happens to build vehic...
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November 19, 2025 at 7:43 PM
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ALSO has launched the $3,500 TM-B, a more affordable electric bike that keeps the brand’s drive by wire tech while trimming power and premium components.

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ALSO Reveals $3,500 TM-B as a Cheaper Electric Bike Option
ALSO just announced a cheaper version of its electric bike. The new TM-B comes in at $3,500, which is $1,000 less than the TM-B Performance they revealed last month. This model keeps the same eye catc...
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November 19, 2025 at 3:11 PM
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Dropping the beast off at the service center for some recalls that have to be handled.
November 18, 2025 at 2:48 PM
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Rivian is rolling out smarter location based camera privacy controls in the 2025.46 update, giving Gen 2 owners more say over how Autonomy data is collected.

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Rivian Expands Autonomy Data Sharing Controls in Upcoming 2025.46 Update
Rivian just sent out an email to Gen 2 R1 owners outlining a big change to how the Autonomy Platform collects exterior camera images. This ties directly into improving things like low speed parking, a...
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November 17, 2025 at 11:26 PM
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Rivian is offering new lease incentives on Dual Standard models starting at 699 per month plus an extra 5,000 in lease cash to help bring the effective payment down. You just need lease approval by November 30 and delivery by December 31. DM me if you are interested.
November 16, 2025 at 5:56 PM
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Sounds like a November Rivian software update is pretty unlikely from everything I’m hearing. If that holds, it just means more time for Rivian to gear up for the December release and maybe even finally bring Digital Key.
November 16, 2025 at 4:02 AM
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New Rivian compatible winter tire has arrived. Continental has released the VikingContact 8 in 275/60R20.

Simple Tire is selling them for $284/tire.

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November 15, 2025 at 7:09 PM
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RJ Scaringe says the Gen 2 R1 drove itself for two hours in Palo Alto, setting the stage for a big reveal at Rivian’s Autonomy Day on December 11.

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RJ Scaringe Confirms Universal Hands Free on Gen 2 R1 Before Autonomy Day
RJ Scaringe just dropped a pretty huge nugget during his Fireside Chat at Actuate 2025, and it could not have come at a better time with Rivian’s first Autonomy Day right around the corner on December...
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November 14, 2025 at 7:28 PM
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If Tesla proves CarPlay helps sell more vehicles, Rivian’s firm stance against it could quickly become harder to justify.

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If Tesla Adds CarPlay, Rivian’s Stance Could Get Harder To Defend
Tesla spent years insisting that CarPlay would never touch its in-car ecosystem. Now Bloomberg says the company is quietly testing it and might roll it out by the end of the year. If this actually hap...
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November 13, 2025 at 9:17 PM
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Rivian has added a handful of practical new replacement parts to the Gear Shop, including a towing eyelet, a reversible front trunk load floor, a dedicated first aid kit, and a replacement front trunk tray for Gen 2 owners.

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Rivian Expands Gear Shop With New Gen 2 Front Trunk Accessories and Towing Eyelet
Rivian dropped a few new replacement parts in the Gear Shop, and these are the kind of small, practical additions owners always ask about. The new Towing Eyelet is just $35 and is meant for R1 Dual St...
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November 13, 2025 at 6:47 PM
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Rivian and Volkswagen’s software partnership is advancing quickly with shared EV architecture nearing testing in 2026 and the first VW model arriving in 2027.

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InsideEVs Reports Rapid Progress on Rivian and VW’s New Software Architecture
InsideEVs reports that Rivian and Volkswagen’s five point eight billion dollar software partnership is already moving fast. The joint venture, called Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies, was form...
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November 13, 2025 at 2:53 PM
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Rivian’s revamped Rewards program brings back free RAN charging, adds lifetime perks, and simplifies points for both owners and buyers.

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Rivian Fixes Rewards Program, Adds Lifetime Perks and Free RAN Charging
Rivian has officially rolled out a major update to its Rewards program, and this one actually feels like a course correction. Owner Rewards are now a flat 250 points per referral, removing the messy t...
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November 12, 2025 at 6:01 PM