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Rivian

In this section of Torque News we report the latest news and developments about Rivian electric vehicles and trucks. Rivian is an American electric vehicle automaker and automotive technology company founded in 2009. Rivian is building an electric sport utility vehicle and pickup truck on a "skateboard" platform that can support future vehicles or be adopted by other companies.

My Rivian Was Plugged In and Ready to Charge Overnight, but I Woke Up to a Dead Battery and a Big Mystery

By Narek Hareyan on April 29, 2025 - 12:59PM

Sara did everything right when she plugged in her Rivian overnight, but what she woke up to sparked a mystery every EV owner needs to hear, and it might just change the way you change your car forever.

A 2025 Gray Rivian R1T pickup truck swiftly drives past, surrounded by lush greenery, showcasing its sleek design and modern aesthetics.

'I Bought A $67K Rivian R1T Sight Unseen, Now I Have 7 Days To Find Every Problem', Industry Expert Reveals Why 'Consumers Are Rushing To Buy' Before Prices Spike

By Noah Washington on April 29, 2025 - 6:57AM

Buying a $67K Rivian sight-unseen off Carvana, genius move or costly gamble? Reddit user itstomclark took the plunge and now has just seven nail-biting days to uncover every potential issue lurking beneath that glossy exterior before his return window.

I'm Ditching My Blazer EV for a Rivian R1T, but After Getting Burned by Unrealistic Charging Speeds, Here's the Truth About Rivian's Real-World Peak Charge Rates

By Narek Hareyan on April 28, 2025 - 5:48PM

After feeling disappointed by exaggerated EV charging speeds, one owner's switch from a Blazer EV to a Rivian R1T uncovered the real truth about Rivian’s peak charging rates, and the difference is worth talking about.

A blue 2025 Rivian R1S SUV drives down a tree-lined street, showcasing modern design amidst lush greenery and suburban homes.

My $90,000 Rivian Can't Even Show My Location On The Map While I'm Driving, Even Rivian Admits Their Software Performance Is 'Not Where It Should Be'

By Noah Washington on April 28, 2025 - 7:13AM

Rivian’s futuristic infotainment looks stunning in the R1T & R1S, but real-world owners are reporting frustrating lag and navigation glitches that even the company admits shouldn’t be happening.

I Thought I Was Finally Getting My Rivian R1T Fixed, Until They Told Me I Wasn’t Even on the Service Schedule Anymore

By Aram Krajekian on April 24, 2025 - 3:22AM

A Rivian owner was ready for a long-awaited service visit, until Rivian said his appointment didn’t exist. What happened next turned into a lesson in persistence, proof, and navigating EV support.

My Rivian R1S Went in for Service and the Loaner They Gave Me Failed Too, But Rivian’s Quick Support Made the Whole Thing Surprisingly Smooth

By Aram Krajekian on April 23, 2025 - 6:01PM

When this Rivian owner scheduled a simple service visit, they didn’t expect the loaner to break too, but what happened next became one of the clearest signs that Rivian is serious about supporting its owners.

They Said Rivian's Couldn’t Handle Real Trails, Until This Offroad Company Took a Whole Fleet Into the Wild

By Narek Hareyan on April 23, 2025 - 12:56AM

They said Rivian's were too soft for serious off-roading, until this wild trail event proved just how wrong they were, one muddy hill climbs at a time.

My 2025 Rivian R1S Trimotor Was Flawless for 2000 Miles Until a Sudden Breakdown Left It Undriveable, and Now I’m Wondering What Happens Next

By Narek Hareyan on April 22, 2025 - 4:30PM

He thought his $112K Rivian R1S was the ultimate electric SUV, until a sudden breakdown in his own garage made him question everything about owning one.

I Test Drove a $112K Rivian R1S and Was Blown Away by the Looks and Performance, but Shocked by One Major Flaw

By Narek Hareyan on April 21, 2025 - 3:29PM

He thought he found the perfect $112K electric SUV, until one surprising flaw made him question if Rivian is truly ready to compete with the best.

After My 2025 Rivian R1S Was Rear-Ended, I Learned the Hard Way What It Takes to Get Back on the Road

By Narek Hareyan on April 21, 2025 - 2:25PM

After a freeway collision left his 2025 Rivian R1S sidelined for three stressful months, this owner discovered the realities every EV driver needs to know, here’s why you might want to prepare yourself too.

I Tried to Precondition My 2025 Rivian R1S Dual Performance, but It Locked Itself, Went Dark, and Ended Up on a Tow Truck

By Narek Hareyan on April 16, 2025 - 4:19PM

A routine pre‑warm tap left my brand‑new Rivian R1S dead and on a flatbed, discover how one small battery toppled a six‑figure SUV and share your story.

I Wrapped My Rivian R1T in Matte Burnished Bronze, Added Gloss Black Accents, Smoked the Lights, and I’m Debating Copper Calipers

By Narek Hareyan on April 16, 2025 - 3:18PM

See how one Rivian R1S’s daring matte burnished bronze makeover, with gloss‑black accents, smoked lights, and a still‑undecided copper‑caliper finale, redefines EV style and sparks a debate you’ll want to join.

I Road-Tripped My RT1 to Joshua Tree and Discovered a Beautiful (and Expensive) Rivian Charging Oasis

By Narek Hareyan on April 14, 2025 - 4:32PM

I road-tripped my RT1 into the heart of the desert and found a stunning Rivian charging oasis so beautiful, and expensive, it changed how I see EV travel forever.

I Accidentally Saw The New Rivian R2 and R3's Six Different Configurations With Up To 386 Miles And Pretty Large Battery Pack

By Noah Washington on April 11, 2025 - 6:32PM

Reddit just uncovered the news Rivian R2 & R3 range secrets. A Reddit deep dive into their route planner reveals numbers that could seriously challenge Tesla's dominance. Prepare to be surprised.

Rivian R1S Green with Rivian R1S Interior

"My Rivian R1T Just Drove Autonomously For 10 Miles On The Highway", But It Still Gets Too Close To 18-Wheelers For Comfort

By Noah Washington on April 10, 2025 - 7:23PM

10 Miles Hands-Free in a Rivian R1S. One owner experienced near-flawless Rivian R1T autonomous driving through highway driving, but a close call with an 18-wheeler reveals the crucial next step.

The Newest Rivian R1T Update Left Me in Turtle Mode With No Rear Drive, Low Ride Height, and Missing Features Like Adaptive Cruise

By Narek Hareyan on April 10, 2025 - 5:31PM

A routine Rivian R1T software update left one owner crawling in turtle mode with no rear drive, slammed suspension, and missing features, and now he’s stuck waiting three months for answers.

I Got Hit With a Yearly TuneIn Charge Every Month After My Rivian Trial Ended and You Might Have Too, Without Even Knowing It

By Narek Hareyan on April 9, 2025 - 6:45PM

This Rivian owner thought his free TuneIn trial had simply ended, until he discovered he was being charged a full year’s subscription every single month, and he’s not the only one.

My Gen 1 Rivian R1T Suddenly Showed a “12V Battery Needs Service” Warning, and I Was Told Not to Drive While I Wait for the Service Center to Respond

By Narek Hareyan on April 9, 2025 - 6:07PM

A tiny 12V battery just sidelined a $70,000 Rivian R1T, and what happened next reveals the hidden weak link every EV owner needs to know about.

Rivian Sales Staff Revealed “Over 200,000 R2 Reservations Are In Our System” After My R1S Test Drive

By Noah Washington on April 9, 2025 - 9:28AM

Think the R2 wait is long? You have no idea. A recent test drive follow-up email just exposed the truly enormous number of people already in line. R2 reservations are through the roof.

I Traded My 100,000-Mile Tesla Model 3 for a Rivian R1T, But After Just 30 Days of Ownership, a Tesla Driver Flipped Me Off on the Freeway

By Aram Krajekian on April 8, 2025 - 5:39PM

From a Model 3 trade-in to an unexpected freeway encounter, this 30-day Rivian update uncovered more than anyone would expect.

My Rivian R1S Takes Over an Hour to Charge at Level 3 Stations, and Now I’m Stuck Waiting a Month for Service, and Still Have No Home Charger

By Narek Hareyan on April 8, 2025 - 4:17PM

My brand-new Rivian R1S is taking over an hour to charge at fast stations, service can’t help me for a month, and with no home charger installed yet, I’m starting to question everything about owning an EV.

800 miles In on My Rivian R1T, and it's already Lost Its Rear Motor and gone into Turtle Mode, Now I’m hoping the Service Center Can Save It

800 Miles In, My Rivian R1T Already Lost Its Rear Motor And Gone Into Turtle Mode, Now I’m Hoping The Service Center Can Save It

By Narek Hareyan on April 7, 2025 - 3:31PM

Just one month after switching from Tesla to a Rivian R1T, Michael’s brand-new R1T lost its rear motor and went into turtle mode, and what happened next might change how you think about owning an electric truck.

My Rivian's Gear Tunnel Powered a Hot Meal for My Father-in-Law in Recovery, I've Never Appreciated This Feature More

By Noah Washington on April 5, 2025 - 10:58PM

The ability to power a crockpot from the gear tunnel in my Rivian R1T is a feature I truly appreciate. I was able to provide hot meals for my Father-in-Law recovering in the hospital.

Our Two-Rivian Garage Felt Like a Milestone, Until One Tiny Mouse Wrecked It with an $11,000 Surprise

Rivian Technician Discovered a Mouse Nest in My R1T And Said The Electrical Damage Is Extensive, Totaling Over $11,000

By Narek Hareyan on April 4, 2025 - 9:56PM

One tiny mouse snuck into a Rivian owner's R1T and quietly caused over $11,000 in damage, exposing a hidden risk that every EV driver needs to see before it’s too late.

I Said I Would Never Buy an EV, But The Rivian R1T Got Me Hooked

By Aram Krajekian on April 4, 2025 - 4:32PM

This Rivian owner was convinced EVs weren’t for him, until one thing changed his mind forever.

I Was Ready to Install Running Boards on My 2025 R1S, Until I Heard What Some Owners Had to Do Just to Get It Serviced

By Narek Hareyan on April 3, 2025 - 3:00PM

I was all set to install running boards on my Rivian R1S, until I discovered the surprising reason some owners had to remove theirs just to get basic service.

After 100,000 Miles on my Rivian, I Started to Worry About My Efficiency Until I Realized Other Owners Might Be Getting Even Less

By Narek Hareyan on April 2, 2025 - 4:15PM

I thought my Rivian’s efficiency was slowly getting worse after 100000 miles, until I saw what other owners were getting and realized my numbers might not be so bad after all.

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EV Truck Delivery Numbers In Q1 Were a Disaster Confirming Consumer Rejection of EV Trucks In America

By John Goreham on April 2, 2025 - 2:06PM

In the first quarter of 2025, EV truck deliveries were down over the prior quarter, based on available data. Here’s how bad it is.

My Rivian R1T Is Stuck in Tow Mode Post-Update, but There’s No Trailer Attached

By Aram Krajekian on April 2, 2025 - 10:59AM

Rivian’s software update left an R1T owner dealing with a bizarre bug that keeps his truck stuck in tow mode although there’s nothing attached to the back.

What Seemed Like the Perfect Tire Swap for My R1T, Quickly Became a Frustrating Battle with a Stubborn Settings Menu

By Narek Hareyan on April 1, 2025 - 11:04PM

A simple tire upgrade on a Rivian R1T was supposed to be an easy win, until it triggered a software meltdown, setting off a chain of glitches that every owner needs to see before making their next move.

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