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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 Haven't Seen Anyone Talk About This as My Rivian R1S Gen2’s Tires Lost Some Air and I Was Trying to Clear the Alert and Refill Them

By Narek Hareyan on February 10, 2025 - 4:07PM

Rivian R1S Gen 2 owners are frustrated as the included travel air compressor turns out to be practically useless, leaving them searching for better alternatives.

Epic 2,929-Mile Road Trip in a Rivian R1S: Smooth Ride, Long Nights, and Why Flying Might Win Next Time

My Epic 2,929-Mile Road Trip in a Rivian R1S Was a Smooth Ride, Long Nights, but Flying Might Win Next Time

By Narek Hareyan on February 8, 2025 - 10:03PM

Is the thrill of a long EV road trip worth the trade-offs of time, cost, and charging stops? Find out how a 2,929-mile journey in a Rivian R1S stacks up against flying and share your own road trip experiences.

Regenerative Brakes: Do They Truly Avoid Using Traditional Brake Pads, or Is That a Myth?

I Hear a Typical Squeak Sound When I Brake My Rivian R1S, But I Thought Regenerative Brakes Do Not use The Actual Brake Pads on EVs

By Narek Hareyan on February 7, 2025 - 3:00PM

Regenerative brakes may reduce brake pad wear, but they don’t eliminate it, discover the surprising truth behind EV braking and join the discussion.

I Just Put a Deposit on the Rivian R1S Gen 2: Is the $4K Premium Sound Upgrade Worth It?

By Narek Hareyan on February 6, 2025 - 3:38PM

The $4K premium sound upgrade for the Rivian R1S Gen 2 might not be the game-changer you think it is, discover why waiting for updates or going aftermarket could be the smarter choice.

How I Turned My Rivian R1T Into the Ultimate Off-Grid Nomad Rig with Solar & Starlink

By Narek Hareyan on February 6, 2025 - 2:43PM

Discover how one adventurous nomad transformed his Rivian R1T into the ultimate off-grid rig with solar power and Starlink, find out how you can stay connected and self-sufficient while living on the road.

Rivian R1S Nightmare: Charging Mishap Triggers Total Malfunction, Leaving Dog Trapped

By Narek Hareyan on February 5, 2025 - 6:00PM

Trapped in a malfunctioning Rivian R1S with his dog, Kipp’s nightmare charging experience reveals shocking flaws in EV service, find out what went wrong, what he did next, and why it’s a cautionary tale for all electric vehicle owners.

Frustrated Rivian Driver Faces Streaming Issues Despite Software Update, Service Recommends 2-Hour Trip for Fix

Frustrated Rivian Driver Faces Streaming Issues Despite Software Update, Service Recommends 2-Hour Trip for a Fix

By Narek Hareyan on February 5, 2025 - 5:10PM

After a long-awaited Rivian software update, one driver was left staring at an error message instead of streaming video, only to be told a two-hour drive to the service center was the only fix; have you faced a similar tech nightmare?

I Called Rivian for a Phone Key Issue After The Recent Update, and They Suggested This Solution, But Now I'm Stuck on this Screen

By Narek Hareyan on February 4, 2025 - 3:44PM

Discover how Rivian owners are overcoming phone key issues after the latest software update, share your experience and join the conversation.

I Rolled into a Colorado Charging Station at 0% Battery, My Rivian’s 'Full Charge' Only Gave Me 210 Miles in Winter

By Noah Washington on February 3, 2025 - 3:13PM

A routine winter road trip in my Rivian R1 turned into an anxiety-filled journey with extremely cold temperatures,

My New Rivian R1S Gen2 Won't Recognize LED Trailer Lights, Service Center Says Software Fix Could Take a Year

By Noah Washington on February 1, 2025 - 6:56PM

I discovered my 2024 Rivians R1s has a bizarre flaw, it thinks my trailer doesn't exist.

I'm Making a Proposal to Rivian as a Gen2 R1T Owner Asking It Not to Ruin the Cool Factor on a Great Truck, Defeating the Purpose

By Narek Hareyan on January 31, 2025 - 6:56PM

Imagine a simple software update that could make your Rivian R1T even cooler, should Rivian let owners keep the charge status lights on while locked? Here's why this small change could make a big impact.

My Rivian R1T EV Broke Down on a Busy Highway, What Happened Next Proved Which Car Companies Will Survive

By Noah Washington on January 30, 2025 - 5:48AM

When Bob Allen's Rivian R1T shut down on a busy highway exit, it could have been a disaster, but what happened next revealed the one thing that will separate EV winners from the non-EV owners.

So I Had a Very Long Successful 1,300-Mile Trip in My Rivian R1S Using All Tesla Chargers, But Shifting My Mindset

By Narek Hareyan on January 29, 2025 - 7:32PM

Discover how a 1,300-mile road trip in a Rivian R1S, relying entirely on Tesla chargers, became an unforgettable adventure, and why shifting your mindset can make all the difference in the EV road-trip experience.

After Installing The Latest Updated on My Rivian R1S I Experience an Extremely Loud Heat Pump Noise and Pulling More Energy vs Before

By Narek Hareyan on January 28, 2025 - 9:27PM

Is your Rivian R1S acting up after the latest update? Discover how a simple software tweak led to unexpected heat pump noise and higher energy usage, and share your own experience in the comments.

I'm Considering a Long Trip on My R1 Truck, But Rivian's App and ABRP Give Widely Different Times, So Here's What I Did

By Noah Washington on January 28, 2025 - 9:12PM

One Rivian owner’s road trip plans hit a shocking roadblock after seeing his truck’s navigation predict a grueling 27-hour journey, while another app claims it’ll be hours faster!

I Flew My Drone Over Rivian’s Plant and Discovered a Jaw-Dropping Fleet of Electric Vans

By Noah Washington on January 28, 2025 - 11:14AM

I drove 100 miles to Rivian’s plant, flew my drone, and captured footage of thousands of Amazon delivery vans and Rivian trucks. Could this be the future of electric vehicles?

Rivian Truck Charging Next to a Ski Resort

So I Charged My R1T Rivian Truck Up to 97%, Left It Unplugged in Single Digit Temps, And Woke Up in The Morning With 100% Battery but Reduced Range

By Narek Hareyan on January 27, 2025 - 9:57PM

After charging my Rivian R1T to 97% and leaving it unplugged in freezing temperatures, I woke up to a full 100% charge, but with mysteriously reduced range. Here’s why this happens and what every EV owner needs to know.

I Wrongly Blamed Rivian For My R1's Key Fob, But They Were So Nice and I Was Embarrassed

By Noah Washington on January 13, 2025 - 1:36PM

You won't believe what happened when one Rivian R1T owner tried to unlock his truck in a crowded parking lot, and how the company's roadside assistance saved the day in the most unexpected way.

I Just Tried My Rivian Truck First Time In The Snow Mode In Oklahoma, and My Experience Sparked Other Owners Sharing Their Experiences

I Just Tried My Rivian Truck For 1st Time In The Snow Mode In Oklahoma, and My Experience Sparked Other Owners Sharing Surprising Experiences

By Noah Washington on January 11, 2025 - 2:24PM

Discover how Rivian's Snow Mode performs in real-world winter conditions, as owners share their experiences with their R1T Rivians and insights on driving electric trucks in the snow.

I Am Rivian's Lead Designer, I Sketched Images For The Rivian R2, Here’s What We Don’t Usually Get To Show

By Noah Washington on January 9, 2025 - 5:57PM

Peek behind the scenes of Rivian R2's interior design with rare sketches shared by Lead Interior Designer Andrew Morandi.

The Least Reliable Vehicles List Includes Many Electric Models, Busting the Myth of Superior EV Reliability

By John Goreham on January 3, 2025 - 4:09PM

In its latest ranking, the nation’s leading expert on vehicle reliability busts the myth that EVs are more reliable than conventional vehicles.

Rivian Employee Says, “I Was Brought to Tears By My Frothing Red-Faced Angry Boss In Front of My Coworkers, I Reported It to HR But They Did Nothing

By Denis Flierl on December 28, 2024 - 5:31AM

Rivian, the EV automaker, is in the spotlight again. This time, employees have sued Rivian, claiming top execs, including the chief designer and former chief operating officer, harassed them. Here are Elizabeth, Nathan, and Jeremiah's troubling stories.

I Found a Rivian R1T At Auction For Cheap, It's Not Something I've Seen Out Here, I Love My Teslas, But I’d Choose the R1T Over the Cybertruck Any Day

By Denis Flierl on November 30, 2024 - 7:02AM

Randy found a Rivian R1T electric pickup in an auction yard. It's rare to find an $86,000 luxury truck at Copart, where he scours the lot weekly. Here is Randy's rare find story. You could be next to find a hidden gem.

Tesla Vs. Rivian Lawsuit Settlement - “An Alarming Pattern of Our Workers Poached By Rivian Were Caught Red-Handed Stealing Trade Secrets”

By Denis Flierl on November 25, 2024 - 6:35AM

The lawsuit between two U.S. electric automakers, Tesla and Rivian, is nearing an end. Tesla alleges that Rivian poached Tesla employees to steal company secrets that would give them "a huge competitive advantage." How did it turn out?

Image of Ford F-150 Lightning charging by John Goreham

Evidence Mounts That Battery-Electric Pickup Trucks Are Failing In America

By John Goreham on November 12, 2024 - 9:08AM

We lay out sobering facts about battery-electric pickup trucks. It’s hard to see how battery-only pickups can be seen as anything but a failing effort.

I Vomited Blue Bile After Painting Rivian’s R1T, I Asked For a Respirator But the Supervisor Denied My Request

By Denis Flierl on October 26, 2024 - 11:02AM

Is Rivian, the R1T and R1S EV manufacturer, in trouble? Reports say the automaker is not only having financial problems, but workers in its factory are suffering severe injuries due to an unsafe work environment. Here is Addison's troubling story.

The SOLIS Solar Tonneau cover can act as a power source and a range extender or pickup trucks, regardless of drivetrain

4 Reasons Your Pickup Truck Will Benefit From The Worksport Solar Tonneau Cover

By Dimitar Angelov on June 28, 2024 - 1:11PM

I found the ultimate pickup truck accessory that combines off-the-grid energy and utility.

Consumer Reports Buy This, Not That EV Advice

Avoid These Electric Vehicles Warns Consumer Reports

By Timothy Boyer on June 3, 2024 - 10:19PM

Electric cars you should pass on while choosing any one of these alternative EVs with better reliability ratings.

The 10 Least Reliable Car Brands And The Ones To Avoid Most

By Denis Flierl on May 1, 2024 - 9:59AM

What are the least reliable car brands for 2024? According to Consumer Reports, Stellantis brands and luxury automakers dominate the list. Check out the ten worst automakers in terms of reliability. Should you avoid them?

Gray 2023 Kia Niro EV exterior and interior

Things Are Confusing For Non Tesla Drivers That Want To Use Superchargers

By Justin Hart on April 27, 2024 - 2:01PM

If you own an electric vehicle (EV) that isn’t a Tesla, you may know it is now possible to use Tesla Superchargers (in some cases for some EVs). But how and where is changing over time and it can be confusing depending on which EV you drive.

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