Data shows that consumer interest in EVs is on the rise, but that the high average prices limit their appeal
Despite Rivian’s clear warning about Gen 1 compatibility, one owner went ahead and used them on a new Gen 2 R1
The Scout brand will produce two new EVs at a manufacturing facility in South Carolina
Analysts believe Rivian willl continue to burn cash in a bid to improve its efficiency and reach the mainstream market
Three of the upcoming models are slated to be based on a new affordable mass market architecture
Rivian has already tested its electrical architecture and software on existing VW Group vehicles
The CEO boasted a 35% reduction in cost of materials for vans and savings of “similar magnitude” for its other lines
The issue appears isolated to events where the upper control arm fastener isn’t correctly torqued down
The special R1T has been adorned in a colored livery and its cabin has been stripped out
The study also found that 52% of owners would start using their smartphones if mirroring was removed from their cars
Rivian has introduced the second-generation R1 family, but you’d be hard-pressed to tell by the familiar design
Someone spied the new R1S already and it’s more of an evolution than a revolution
Rivian will notify owners of impacted models by mail on or before July 6
The carmaker originally promised to launch a removable roof option for the R1T in 2022
The fully electric SUV is up for a refresh, only two years after the start of production
Turning an electric truck into a mobile coffee bar is both harder and easier than it might seem
The change will mean more Rivian R1 models can slip under the $80,000 federal EV tax credit threshold
Buyers who want the large battery with dual-motors in the R1T will benefit the most
