What if I want to tank turn on a road that’s covered in snow? Probably won’t allow it since that road is typically just asphalt. It would be nice to be given the choice.
Not sure I agree with the “majority of functions” part of your post, but I definitely have tape over my webcams and do use VPNs.
My concern as far as privacy is how and where the data is stored, and which other parties outside rivian it is shared with.
Camera and microphone access, gps, cellular activity all open you up to privacy issues. These are also pretty essential if you want to use a smartphone for what its meant. Rivian is pretty closely tied with Amazon. If people are really concerned with privacy, they should go in with their eyes wide open and be cautious here.
I doubt any of your concerns will be addressed in this regard. Just my guess. I'm not fretting because I feel that information is already going out there continuously with our smart devices. Although, I am happy to see Apple addressing this as of late. Its a start
I can turn off all of the location stuff in my iPhone if I want. I want to know if I can do this in the R1.
on a related topic. it seems the location data they would be gathering may also help them with their driver+ and autonomous driving features in the future. maybe you wouldn't even be able to use it if you opted out?? the fact they can see every touchscreen interaction is crazy in its own right, yet it will be very important for them in improving the UI
From my take, the tank-turn was always intended to be used off-road, just as in the videos. The federal highway safety folks and other safety regulators don't want that type of maneuver possibly taking place on a public roadway. It's dangerous for many reasons, least of which is people aren't used to witnessing that type of movement in another vehicle, and they may react in a way that may causes an accident, both inside the car and with other objects or vehicles.
Long story short… same as a generator.
Yet I read that and any delay as , “ We are trying to make an awesome product. We are committed to deliver that and any other fun stuff OTA Over The Air.”
It's really just a fancy doughnut turn and if done in inappropriate places should be treated the same by the popo. I hope they don't limit it at all other than needing to put it into the "mode".
I'm sure the police will be thrilled to observe the maneuver, marvel at it, maybe video it, and even talk to you about the fun you're having, all before citing you for it. I'm guessing it still creates more stress on mechanical parts and tires than having both or all four tires being thrust in the same direction.
I agree. I would also assume that when you "request" tank turn mode, Rivian will do two related safeguards in software:
