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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.

I Bought My 2025 Rivian R1S Just Nine Days Ago, and It Already Left Me Stranded, but I’m Determined to Find Out What Went Wrong and Make It Right

By Narek Hareyan on April 1, 2025 - 9:46PM

Just nine days after taking delivery of his dream 2025 Rivian R1S, a proud new owner was left stranded and speechless, now the real journey begins as the Rivian community rallies to uncover what went wrong and what it means for all of us.

I Just Switched From a Kia EV6 to a Rivian R1S Gen 2 And I Can’t Think of a Better Upgrade

By Aram Krajekian on April 1, 2025 - 10:27AM

From one EV to another, here’s why this owner says making the switch to Rivian R1S from the Kia EV6 was her best decision yet.

I Took My First Extended Trip in a 2025 Rivian R1T but Level 3 Charging Failure Left Us Stranded

By Aram Krajekian on March 31, 2025 - 9:17PM

A 2025 Rivian R1T owner’s road trip turned sour when his truck refused to fast charge, leaving him stranded for hours and casting doubts as to whether he should complete the purchase of his second Rivian.

White Rivian R1s next to Yellow Volkswagen ID. Buzz

I Parked My R1S Next to VW's New ID. Buzz, And It's Huge, Range and Price Make Rivian the Easy Choice

By Noah Washington on March 31, 2025 - 7:54AM

Parking my Rivian R1S next to the new VW ID. Buzz revealed a stark contrast in size, but ultimately, range and price cemented my preference for the Rivian.

Rivian R2 Exterior next to mountain in background

My First-Ever Rivian Test Drive Ended With a Dead R1S, Grinding Noises, and a Tow Truck, Should I Keep My R2 Reservation?

By Noah Washington on March 29, 2025 - 8:13PM

With my R2 delivery just months away, I took an R1S for a test drive, and to my surprise, it unexpectedly shut down mid-drive.

My Car Blows Hot Air with the AC Set Cold and Turns On the Steering Wheel Heater in Summer, But I Finally Figured Out Why

By Narek Hareyan on March 28, 2025 - 9:13PM

My Rivian kept blowing scorching hot air and activating the steering wheel heater in summer, but after uncovering the bizarre reason behind it, I realized countless other owners might have the same hidden issue.

My Brand New 2025 Rivian R1S Restarted Twice Today While I was Sitting In It

By Narek Hareyan on March 27, 2025 - 4:35PM

My brand new 2025 Rivian R1S rebooted itself twice while parked, here’s why I think every electric vehicle owner should pay attention and how this seemingly minor issue might hint at something bigger.

I Finally Joined the Rivian Club with a Dual Motor Rivian R1S, but I Wasn’t Expecting the Battery to Drop 10 Percent a Day Just Sitting In It’s Place

By Narek Hareyan on March 26, 2025 - 9:53PM

I finally got my dream Rivian R1S, but within days, I discovered a surprising flaw that every new owner needs to know before it drains more than just your battery.

The Safest EV SUVs of 2025 According to Crash-Test Ratings and the Safety Features You Need to Know

By Nicholas Muhoro on March 26, 2025 - 9:00AM

Electric vehicles are increasing in popularity as their range and utility improve. However, safety is also a crucial element in vehicle ownership, so we have come up with a list of the best EV SUVs to look out for in 2025

I Got a Sudden Suspension Warning on My Rivian R1T at 40K Miles, and It Told Me to Drive With Caution, but What Happened Next Surprised Me

By Narek Hareyan on March 25, 2025 - 10:45PM

A mysterious suspension warning suddenly appeared on my Rivian R1T at 40,000 miles, what happened next turned a heart-pounding moment into an unexpectedly reassuring lesson every EV owner needs to read.

I Took My Rivian R1S on Its Longest Trip, Towing a Trailer to the Ozarks, and Faced One Close Call That I Managed to Solve on the Fly

I Took My Rivian R1S on Its Longest Trip, Towing a Trailer, and Faced One Close Call That I Managed to Solve on the Fly

By Narek Hareyan on March 25, 2025 - 5:49PM

He thought skipping one charger wouldn’t matter, but with just 4 miles left, a trailer in tow, and the Rivian slipping into reduced power mode, this road trip nearly ended in disaster.

Rivian Unexpectedly Goes to Neutral While Driving, Owner Sees ‘Keep Holding To Shift to Neutral’ Error Message on the Dashboard

By Nicholas Muhoro on March 24, 2025 - 9:11AM

A rivian owner was jarred when his Rivian suddenly shifted to neutral while driving. The owner Ian Plitt, suggested that it may have had something to do with hitting bumps but this was yet to be confirmed.

Rivian Owner Charged 11 Hours and Only got 70 Miles On One Day, but 150 on Another Day Using the Same Home Charger. She Tries to Understand the Difference Despite The Scenarios Being Identical

By Nicholas Muhoro on March 22, 2025 - 1:11PM

A Rivian owner charged their vehicle and got 70 miles of range after 11 hours on a home charging setup. The other day she charged for12 hours affording 150 miles, which was quite puzzling because it was in similar conditions.

I Spotted This Rivian R1S Built for Amazon Studios Towing a Mobile Electric Powerplant and It Looks Like the Future on Wheels

By Narek Hareyan on March 21, 2025 - 8:49PM

This Amazon Studios-branded Rivian R1S towing a mobile electric powerplant could revolutionize film production, silent, clean energy on the move! But does towing the power source defeat its purpose? Let’s dive in

I Hit Charging Issues on My Rivian while on a Road Trip, my Tesla Charger died, and ChargePoint was Slow, But There’s a Solution

By Narek Hareyan on March 20, 2025 - 8:22PM

Stranded with three teenagers on a road trip, Erika's Rivian faced a dead Tesla charger and a painfully slow ChargePoint, what happened next is a lesson every EV owner needs to know.

I Was Excited for My 2025 Rivian R1T TriMax, But Constant HVAC Failures Turned It Into a Nightmare

By Narek Hareyan on March 20, 2025 - 6:08PM

I was thrilled to get my 2025 Rivian R1T TriMax, until the HVAC system started failing over and over again. What should have been a dream truck turned into a nightmare of endless repairs. Is Rivian ignoring a deeper problem? Read on to find out.

I Found Rivian's 2020 Promise of Level 3 Autonomy in the Wayback Machine, Now They Won't Even Upgrade Our Hardware Like Tesla Did

By Noah Washington on March 20, 2025 - 9:03AM

Rivian's 2020 website promised level 3 autonomy for R1 models, but now they won't match Tesla Model 3's hardware upgrade program.

I Finally Got the Rivian I Wanted and Traded My Model 3 for the R1S, and It Feels Like a Massive Upgrade

By Narek Hareyan on March 19, 2025 - 6:48PM

After finally trading his Tesla Model 3 for the Rivian R1S he always wanted, Jeff reveals why it feels like the ultimate upgrade, sparking a debate among former Tesla owners who share their own surprising EV journeys.

Goodbye Tesla Model X, Hello Rivian R1S, The Bold Switch That’s Blown Us Away

So I Said Goodbye Tesla Model X, And Hello Rivian R1S, But The Switch Isn't Because We Didn't Like Tesla

By Narek Hareyan on March 18, 2025 - 6:53PM

A longtime Tesla Model X owner just made the bold switch to a Rivian R1S, and he’s never looking back. Find out why this decision was a game-changer, what the EV community has to say, and whether Rivian is the new king of electric SUVs.

So I Just Got The Update And Changed My Rivian R1S's Tire Size From The Settings Screen, And Man, My Range Estimate Went From 320 To 273 Miles

By Nicholas Muhoro on March 18, 2025 - 6:58AM

Rivian owner, Mike Andrews recently installed over the air updates on his R1S. He changed his tire size from the settings screen and got a range reduction from 320 to 273 miles. This may have been caused by the choice of tire.

My Canadian Province Just Doubled My EV Registration Fee, Here's What That Means for Owners

By Noah Washington on March 17, 2025 - 9:41PM

As electric vehicles become increasingly popular, their impact on road infrastructure is raising concerns among transportation officials. Modern EVs like the GMC Hummer EV, weigh in at 9,000 pounds, or the Rivian R1T at 7,148 pounds.

My New R1S Died 4 Hours After Purchase, Then Completely Stranded Us Days Later, Rivian's Nearest Service Center is 8 Hours Away

By Noah Washington on March 17, 2025 - 9:29PM

As a new Rivian R1S owner, I've experienced firsthand how quickly the excitement of owning a cutting-edge electric SUV can turn to frustration. Within just four hours of delivery, my $90,000 vehicle displayed a battery warning.

What started as a perfect night of camping in the Rivian with the Super Pacific X1 ended up getting stuck in a muddy nightmare beneath a snowy Mt. Rainier

On The Way Out My Rivian R1T's Rear End Slid Into a Ditch, But I Applied My Military Mindset To Off-Roading And Recovered With a Bright Side

By Narek Hareyan on March 17, 2025 - 4:38PM

A peaceful night under the stars in my Rivian R1T with a Super Pacific X1 turned into a muddy, solo battle against a ditch and a 12-inch log, proving even the best-laid adventures can test your limits and your electric rig.

I Love My Tesla Model Y, But Rivian Has My Attention, Here’s What I Need to Know Before Making the Switch

By Narek Hareyan on March 17, 2025 - 4:00PM

I love my Tesla Model Y, but Rivian’s rugged charm, luxury, and adventure-ready features have me wondering, should I make the switch? Here's everything I need to know before I decide.

I Drove 180,000 Miles in a Tesla Model 3 Without Home Charging, Now I’m Eyeing Down a Rivian R1T

By Narek Hareyan on March 15, 2025 - 9:12PM

After driving 180,000 miles in a Tesla Model 3 without home charging, one EV owner is ready to make a switch, but will the Rivian R1T truly be worth it? Find out what fellow EV enthusiasts say and join the discussion.

I Got the New Update on My 2025 Rivian R1S, But Autonomous Driving Took a Hit, No More Auto Lane Change or Hands-Free

By Narek Hareyan on March 13, 2025 - 9:26PM

Rivian’s latest R1S update promised new features but quietly took away auto lane change and hands-free driving, leaving owners frustrated and searching for answers.

I’m Choosing Between The Rivian R1S and The Tesla Model Y, Is This the Ultimate Adventure SUV for My Growing Family

I’m Choosing Between The Rivian R1S and The Tesla Model Y Thinking This May Be The Ultimate Adventure SUV for My Growing Family

By Narek Hareyan on March 13, 2025 - 4:57PM

"With a growing family and a passion for adventure, I’m torn between the Tesla Model Y’s efficiency and the Rivian R1S’s rugged capability, join the debate and share your thoughts.

My R1T’s Autonomous Driving Needs to Be Better, After Two Years of Ownership, I’m Still Waiting for Meaningful Improvements

My Rivian R1T's Autonomous Driving Needs to Be Better, After Two Years of Ownership, I’m Still Waiting for Meaningful Improvements

By Narek Hareyan on March 12, 2025 - 9:16PM

Two years after launch, Rivian R1T owners are still waiting for real autonomous driving improvements as rivals like Ford and Tesla leave them in the dust, but the first-gen hardware limitations may not allow it at this moment.

I’m a Huge R1S Fan, But My Kids Got Locked Inside with Gear Guard On, Here’s What Went Wrong and How I Finally Got Them Out

By Narek Hareyan on March 12, 2025 - 4:49PM

I love my Rivian R1S, but when it locked my kids inside with Gear Guard on, the A/C off, and no way to unlock it, I panicked, what went wrong, and how did I finally get them out? Read on to find out and see what Rivian should do next.

I Booked a Hotel on Hotels.com for Its EV Charging Expecting J1772 but Learned the Hard Way That Tesla Destination Chargers Require a Different Adapter

I Booked a Hotel on Hotels.com for Its EV Charging Expecting J1772, but I Learned the Hard Way That Tesla Destination Chargers Require a Different Adapter

By Narek Hareyan on March 12, 2025 - 12:17AM

I booked a hotel expecting an easy EV charge, only to discover a frustrating mistake of learning how to avoid this common charging pitfall and ensure you're never caught off guard on your next trip.

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