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News October 15, 2026 0 comments on Rivian launches early access program for Point-to-Point hands-free driving

Rivian launches early access program for Point-to-Point hands-free driving

by Darryn John

Rivian is preparing to put its next-generation driver assistance technology into the hands of owners, launching a new Autonomy Early Access Program ahead of the introduction of Point-to-Point hands-free driving later this year. The invitation-only […]

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News October 15, 2026 0 comments on Tesla Cybercab production manager heads to Rivian to lead R2 assembly

Tesla Cybercab production manager heads to Rivian to lead R2 assembly

by Matt Wilson

Rivian has hired a former Tesla manufacturing executive to oversee production of its R2 electric SUV, bringing in someone with direct experience launching Tesla’s Cybercab robotaxi. Rivian has brought in Jody Kerns from Tesla, where […]

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Model Y July 30, 2026 0 comments on Tesla Model Y Beats Rivian R2 in Real-World Highway Range Test

Tesla Model Y Beats Rivian R2 in Real-World Highway Range Test

by Matt Wilson

A new highway range test has found the Tesla Model Y Performance significantly outperformed the Rivian R2 Performance, despite the two electric SUVs having similar EPA ratings on paper. The comparison, conducted by Out of […]

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model y vs rivian r2 out of spec
Model Y July 27, 2026 0 comments on Tesla Model Y Outperforms Rivian R2 in Real-World Efficiency Test Despite Matching EPA Ratings

Tesla Model Y Outperforms Rivian R2 in Real-World Efficiency Test Despite Matching EPA Ratings

by Matt Wilson

The Rivian R2 received a lot of headlines earlier this year for matching the Model Y for efficiency when the EPA ratings were published, despite being larger and less aerodynamic – at least on paper. […]

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News July 2, 2026 0 comments on Rivian provides update to Canadian R2 reservation holders

Rivian provides update to Canadian R2 reservation holders

by Darryn John

Rivian has started sending emails to Canadian R2 reservation holders, giving them a better idea of when they can expect to move forward with their orders. In an email sent on Thursday, Rivian thanked early […]

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Rivian R2 prototype in grey and yellow camouflage driving through a parking lot in Canada
News June 26, 2026 0 comments on Rivian R2 prototype spotted testing in Canada

Rivian R2 prototype spotted testing in Canada

by Darryn John

The Rivian R2 has made its first known appearance on Canadian roads, with a camouflaged prototype spotted in British Columbia as the automaker begins testing in Canada ahead of its planned 2027 launch. Photos shared […]

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News May 25, 2026 0 comments on Rivian Confirms R2 Will Support Vehicle to Home: But Not At Launch

Rivian Confirms R2 Will Support Vehicle to Home: But Not At Launch

by Keji Folowosele

A Rivian executive has revealed plans to enable vehicle-to-home (V2H) support on the R2. However, the feature will only arrive after a charger redesign. During an AMA (ask me anything) session on Reddit, Rivian software […]

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Rivian R2 configurator showing a silver R2 with Performance, Premium and Standard trims
News May 15, 2026 0 comments on Rivian launches R2 configurator in the U.S. with pricing, colours, and Launch Edition details

Rivian launches R2 configurator in the U.S. with pricing, colours, and Launch Edition details

by Darryn John

Rivian has officially opened its R2 online configurator to the public ahead of the vehicle’s first customer deliveries. The configurator launch gives reservation holders and curious buyers their first real look at pricing, options, colours, […]

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Rivian R2 on the production line
News May 6, 2026 0 comments on The Rivian R2 may be getting other variants, including a pickup

The Rivian R2 may be getting other variants, including a pickup

by Scott Nordlund

As Rivian starts volume production of its R2 SUV, CEO RJ Scaringe is already hinting at additional variants that may be released in the future. In an interview with Reuters, Scaringe hinted that the company […]

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Silver Rivian R2 driving up a dirt trail in the sun
News February 11, 2026 0 comments on Rivian R2 Pricing and Specs Coming March 12 as First Drive Reviews Drop

Rivian R2 Pricing and Specs Coming March 12 as First Drive Reviews Drop

by Matt Wilson

Rivian has announced it will soon reveal full pricing, options, and final specifications for the highly anticipated R2. The announcement comes just as the first wave of prototype drive reviews hits the web, offering an […]

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