Sponsored

kanundrum

Well-Known Member
Joined
May 2, 2020
Threads
273
Messages
4,702
Reaction score
13,683
Location
Washington, DC
Vehicles
Giulia QV, R1S (Sept 22 Delivery)
Occupation
IT
Clubs
 
https://rivian.com/newsroom/article/rivian-and-crunchlabs-announce-exclusive-partnership

Rivian R1T R1S Rivian and CrunchLabs Announce Exclusive Partnership to Demystify and Spark Curiosity in EV Technology 1772035424273-w4



Silicon Valley, CA – February 25, 2026 – American automaker Rivian and CrunchLabs, the STEM innovation company founded by engineer and YouTube creator Mark Rober, today announced an exclusive partnership. The partnership marks a multi-phase collaboration designed to give consumers a closer look at the innovation, engineering and real-world impact behind Rivian’s electric vehicles and technology.

Rober and CrunchLabs will create original content that gives audiences a deeper understanding of Rivian’s technology and manufacturing. Known for turning complex engineering concepts into exciting, repeat-worthy video content for the whole family, Rober will spotlight the science behind Rivian’s electric platforms, autonomy investments and safety features in ways that make advanced technology accessible and engaging.

The initiative will roll out in phases throughout the year, beginning with a featured session between Rivian Founder and CEO RJ Scaringe and Mark Rober at SXSW on Friday, March 13 in Austin. The official SXSW event is part of Rivian’s activation during the festival and will be hosted at the company’s Electric Roadhouse (208 S. Congress Ave). The session will feature one of Rober’s signature live scientific demonstrations before transitioning into an on-stage conversation between Rober and Scaringe. Additional details about the SXSW event will be announced on Thursday, February 26.

A partnership between CrunchLabs and Rivian was a natural fit. For CrunchLabs, the collaboration reflects a broader commitment to working with best-in-class brands that are investing meaningfully in engineering and innovation. For Rivian, it’s a chance to demystify EV technology and spark curiosity in the next generation of problem-solvers. Rivian will serve as Rober’s exclusive automotive partner, underscoring the depth of the relationship and the shared belief that advanced technology should be understandable, tangible and inspiring to a broad audience.

“Rivian is building technology that deserves to be understood,” said Rober. “When companies make major investments in engineering, especially in areas like autonomy and safety, the real opportunity is helping people see how that innovation improves their everyday lives. That’s the kind of meaningful partnership we look for.”
Sponsored

 

VandalSibs

Well-Known Member
First Name
Andrew
Joined
Dec 27, 2023
Threads
15
Messages
1,404
Reaction score
2,431
Location
Eastern Washington State
Website
www.sibulskymusic.com
Vehicles
R1T Dual Motor Large Pack
Occupation
Composer, IT Service Desk Analyst
Clubs
 
Well now that's pretty cool.

I've not watched any of Mark Rober's videos - anyone here done so?
 

BrayBay

Well-Known Member
First Name
Paul
Joined
Aug 22, 2021
Threads
29
Messages
339
Reaction score
625
Location
Texas
Vehicles
Launch Edition R1S - Forest Green/Forest Edge
Clubs
 
Cool, fan of Mark Rober after his glitter bomb package series and hitting back at scam centers.

Can't wait to see a Rivian run into a Looney Tunes style fake road painted on a wall.
 

Sponsored

VandalSibs

Well-Known Member
First Name
Andrew
Joined
Dec 27, 2023
Threads
15
Messages
1,404
Reaction score
2,431
Location
Eastern Washington State
Website
www.sibulskymusic.com
Vehicles
R1T Dual Motor Large Pack
Occupation
Composer, IT Service Desk Analyst
Clubs
 
I've seen a few Rober videos and liked them. Sharp guy and does a good job of explaining things to help people understand but doesn't talk down. Pretty big following.
That sounds good. I hate YouTubers that treat me like an idiot.
 

savethemanual

Well-Known Member
Joined
May 18, 2024
Threads
15
Messages
910
Reaction score
1,561
Location
Earth
Vehicles
Future R2
Yeah, Rober comes across as a super genuine dude...and he's wickedly smart. Just like RJ, ha!
 

zefram47

Well-Known Member
First Name
Aaron
Joined
Feb 6, 2022
Threads
18
Messages
2,752
Reaction score
4,515
Location
Denver, CO
Vehicles
Rivian R1T, Alfa Romeo 4C
Occupation
Software Engineer
I'm a Mark Rober fan, but would've figured Engineering Explained would be better for this sort of thing. Probably just looking at the number of followers, which Mark has far more of...but Jason certainly knows EVs and automotive tech better. Technology Connections would've been a good choice too...so maybe making this somehow exclusive is the weird part.
 

savethemanual

Well-Known Member
Joined
May 18, 2024
Threads
15
Messages
910
Reaction score
1,561
Location
Earth
Vehicles
Future R2
I'm a Mark Rober fan, but would've figured Engineering Explained would be better for this sort of thing. Probably just looking at the number of followers, which Mark has far more of...but Jason certainly knows EVs and automotive tech better. Technology Connections would've been a good choice too...so maybe making this somehow exclusive is the weird part.
I think Jason at Engineering Explained caters to more of the "nerd" audience with Rober's videos having a higher production value and entertainment aspect to them reaching a broader audience...plus he has way more followers. Kind of like Kyle vs Hagerty or Marques B.
 
Last edited:

Sponsored

SwampNut

Well-Known Member
First Name
Carlos
Joined
Apr 22, 2024
Threads
50
Messages
3,410
Reaction score
3,605
Location
Peoria AZ
Vehicles
2022 R1T Launch Edition
Occupation
Geek
Clubs
 
He faked a video trying to show a Tesla hitting a wall, just to prop up his buddy's LIDAR business. Fuck him.

It was also eventually discovered that at least one glitter bomb video was fake/staged. What a useless asshole.
 

savethemanual

Well-Known Member
Joined
May 18, 2024
Threads
15
Messages
910
Reaction score
1,561
Location
Earth
Vehicles
Future R2
He faked a video trying to show a Tesla hitting a wall, just to prop up his buddy's LIDAR business. Fuck him.

It was also eventually discovered that at least one glitter bomb video was fake/staged. What a useless asshole.
One of the glitter bombs was set up at his friends home...who had another friend "steal" it without Rober knowing until later, and he redacted that portion of video once he found out.
 

BigSkies

Well-Known Member
First Name
Brian
Joined
Sep 4, 2021
Threads
17
Messages
1,237
Reaction score
2,655
Location
Denver
Vehicles
R1T, Model Y
Clubs
 
Well now that's pretty cool.

I've not watched any of Mark Rober's videos - anyone here done so?
His videos are pretty good. The target audience is kids, but they're mostly enjoyable for adults as well.

His squirrel obstacle course is a good first-watch you won't regret spending 20 minutes of your life on.
 
 








Top