Rivian News

Guess which brand's not on a top 10 list of best EVs (hint: it's Tesla)

These are all solid choices, but it's an interesting and scarcely explained omission

Rivian joins other automakers adopting Tesla's NACS connector

Ford and GM have already announced the adoption, and more may be coming

2023 Rivian R1S Dual Motor Large Pack outdoes projected range estimates

But Quad Motor trim and its extra power and tech doesn't cost much more

Rivian R2 due in 2026 teased during Instagram Q&A

Also tells us the 'Tank Turn' is dead

Tesla, Rivian, Lucid snatch $910 million from traditional dealers in California

Online sales cost each old-school dealer an estimated $700K on average

EV startups are about to report another quarter of fierce cash burn

Lucid, Fisker, Rivian and Nikola will report some serious outflow

Rivian R1S earns Top Safety Pick+ rating thanks to safety improvements

Only SUVs built after January 2023 get the award

Rivian to open 'exclusive' EV charging network to outside brands

It could happen as soon as next year

VW, Rivian, Nissan, BMW, Genesis, Audi and Volvo lose EV tax credits starting tomorrow

Ford, Jeep and one Tesla get their rebates cut in half to $3,750

Rivian launches 600-hp Performance Dual-Motor AWD powertrain

It's compatible with the new Max battery pack

Hellcat owner threatens to sue, Dodge Hornet sneak peek, Amazon looks beyond Rivian | Autoblog Podcast #772

Plus the new Kia EV9, some long-term updates and a third-car 'Spend My Money' situation

Rivian R1S recalled for side curtain airbags

No injuries have been reported related to the issue

Rivian's exclusive deal with Amazon for 100,000 delivery vans may be over

The move would free Rivian to broaden its customer base

Rivian runs the risk of alienating customers who have been waiting years for their vehicles

Rivian R1S getting 'Max' battery pack

It will keep the seven-seater layout

Rivian R1T, Mini Cooper Electric owners happiest with their EVs

J.D. Power: Rivian dethrones Tesla in premium segment, Mini unseats the Kia Niro

For EV drivers, realities may dampen the electric elation

An essay in The Atlantic looks at the pros and cons of electric driving