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DJFrerichs
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Is R2 base color now Glacier White?
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No Esker Silver is still the base free color. When R2 debuted it was the Glacier White.
Jun 1, 2026
DJFrerichs
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Self driving update: Gen 2 and Gen 3 Autonomy on R2 should be similar for a "couple of years"
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Nah, lets not get too crazy here and lets no forgot about Rivian marketing that RAP1 is designed for+7 years of hardware...
May 22, 2026
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Self driving update: Gen 2 and Gen 3 Autonomy on R2 should be similar for a "couple of years"
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This is the thing that everyone seems to glaze over. LIDAR may just be a mule for training but they’re adding a chip with 4x the...
May 22, 2026
DJFrerichs
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Self driving update: Gen 2 and Gen 3 Autonomy on R2 should be similar for a "couple of years"
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Yeap! Exactly!!, They are glazing over it to sell as much of the launch as possible and reduce people saying, “I will wait”. Given we...
May 22, 2026
DJFrerichs
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Self driving update: Gen 2 and Gen 3 Autonomy on R2 should be similar for a "couple of years"
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Let’s not forget about the new RAP1 chip to come in R2 early next year. That will have 800tops per chip than the current 200top launch chip.
May 22, 2026
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Will the R2 come with the option of the Darkout Package?
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Yes it very much has the light grey or silver plastic fascia on the bottom of the front and rear bumpers. Those are “black” on the R1...
May 22, 2026
DJFrerichs
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Will the R2 come with the option of the Darkout Package?
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I would not be surprised if they do later on as I have seen multiple MVB's with dark 20's and 21's. Also interesting the new cross bars...
May 22, 2026
DJFrerichs
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Will R2 come with portable charger?
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Not for free. You will have to buy according to your needs. The level 1 is $400.
May 21, 2026
DJFrerichs
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What R2 accessories are you researching?
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Very Cool! Nice work. Too bad Rivian doesn't make the rear trunk cover a foldable table like the old Honda-CRV's
May 21, 2026
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What R2 accessories are you researching?
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I'm thinking about 3D scanning the frunk to then 3D print a mold to fill with foam to make a custom-fit cooler. I have a lot of 3D...
May 21, 2026
DJFrerichs
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R2 VINs up to 503 (at least) now
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If we use April 22's official saleable launch production start, it is about 25-30 a day so far for just the 1st shift currently running...
May 21, 2026
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Rivian Autonomy+ vs Subaru Eyesight
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I liked the Autonomy+ free trial, but balked at the price to continue. My wife just bought a Subaru Forester Touring hybrid that we...
May 8, 2026
DJFrerichs
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Is this Esker Silver? - Video
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Yah, videos will show true color over photos. Those are the aero wheels and should be available upon configuration opening. If you are...
May 6, 2026
DJFrerichs
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Thoughts from people who have seen the R2 in person.
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I have seen it at the past Chicago Auto Show and then both Chicago Block parties. I think it is absolutely perfect for the cost and...
May 6, 2026
DJFrerichs
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Is this Esker Silver? - Video
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Yes this is! they took the March 2024 debut day White R2 and repainted it to the new color. They also moved the charge port door to the...
May 6, 2026
DJFrerichs
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Tall & big people fit in R2 with impressive legroom & headroom (even 7 foot driver / passenger!)
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It’s true, Room for days!!!
May 3, 2026
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Tall & big people fit in R2 with impressive legroom & headroom (even 7 foot driver / passenger!)
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I haven't gotten to sit in an R2 yet so have been wondering about leg room (I'm all legs). These photos and reaction by a 7'1" guy's...
May 3, 2026
DJFrerichs
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Chicago Block Party Photos - Half Moon Grey R2
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you would have to buy the R2 in your name, then sell it to whomever wants it. Otherwise, In respect to those who do want to buy and own...
Apr 28, 2026
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R2 Factory (Building 2 - Body Shop and General Assembly) damaged by tornado storm (April 17)
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From a meteorologist posting to a Rivian group on Facebook: “ Here's a look at the tornado path through the southern end of the Rivian...
Apr 19, 2026
DJFrerichs
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Only 2 Color Options For R2 Launch Edition?
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All colors available. Esker Silver is free. Launch green will be additional $$ as with the other colors that are not Esker Silver. This...
Apr 17, 2026
DJFrerichs
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Am I the only one who thinks anything less than 400mi of range is legacy at this point?
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I disagree, you will easily see similar % impact on ice in winter vs summer.
Apr 17, 2026
DJFrerichs
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Am I the only one who thinks anything less than 400mi of range is legacy at this point?
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Yes, you will want to get the largest battery possible to compensate for loss, but this is no different than lower MPG an an Ice vehicle...
Apr 17, 2026
DJFrerichs
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An Additional $100 to Secure R2 Launch Edition?
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That's a scam. Refer to the Rivian App or login-in to your Rivian account online for appropriate status and direction/needs
Apr 17, 2026
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R2 at Venice Beach Block Party (Catalina Cove, Launch Green, Half Moon Grey, Glacier White, Midnight Black)
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The Rivian R2 exterior design easter eggs continue! Can you find the R2 silhouette in the taillight? YouTube đź”—
Apr 6, 2026
DJFrerichs
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Met a Production R2 (VIN #5) in the wild!
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Really!, Very cool. So Employee Deliveries have started. That means they have already configurated a while back if so. This is great to...
Apr 6, 2026
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Met a Production R2 (VIN #5) in the wild!
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Nope. Anyone who wanted to buy one. And I hear there was a lottery of sorts for the very first ones, with factory delivery as the catch.
Apr 6, 2026
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Met a Production R2 (VIN #5) in the wild!
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My impression was this was his vehicle. I didn't ask and could be wrong. He did say who got vins 2, 3 and 4 and they were all higher...
Apr 6, 2026
DJFrerichs
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Met a Production R2 (VIN #5) in the wild!
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I would assume these are going to go to leadership in California. This means they are done making MVB's and are not making full saleable...
Apr 6, 2026
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Met a Production R2 (VIN #5) in the wild!
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Pulled into a charger in Kearney Nebraska and saw a Rivian backed into supercharger stall. Did a double take and realized it was an R2...
Apr 6, 2026
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RJ Scaringe is Top Gear's EV Influencer of the Year
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I didn't know this was a thing, but apparently it is. Congrats RJ. Rivian Story...
Apr 1, 2026
DJFrerichs
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Which R2 Color Will You Choose?
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I too am torn between newcomer Catalina Cove, Forest Green or Esker Silver! Would love a Blue, yet concerned that the Cataline Cove...
Mar 25, 2026
DJFrerichs
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R2 Wheels Options, Tire Sizes, Width, Offset - Hub Bore Size - 19" and 20"
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Can't wait for when the dark out rims come for some of these. Have seen on a few MVB's and they look great
Mar 24, 2026
DJFrerichs
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Sleeping / camping in back of R2 cargo area - 6'4" tall person fits (diagonally)
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Got it! I was wondering in association with this Graphic.
Mar 23, 2026
DJFrerichs
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Sleeping / camping in back of R2 cargo area - 6'4" tall person fits (diagonally)
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Question, was that with the front seats tilted forward or moved forward?
Mar 23, 2026
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R2 Coming to Fortnite
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R2 coming to Fortnite.
Mar 23, 2026
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What will Performance Edition R2 LE equivalent cost with LIDAR version
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The incremental cost of the 2nd through 100,000th chip is low-ish compared to just buying from NVIDIA. But the IP they're licensing from...
Mar 16, 2026
DJFrerichs
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R2 Performance Launch Edition Poll: Are You Interested?
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yes and no, still feels dark, cavernous and too monolithic/ bland. Need variation and contrast to create more interest and inviting...
Mar 16, 2026
DJFrerichs
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Rivian teasing "so much more to come" with R2, implying tri-motor
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The R2 Tri will come, but not until they have that motor designed and build for R3X as it will be the same motor going in both. I don't...
Mar 16, 2026
DJFrerichs
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Rivian R2 place in line
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What you saying is the additional $4k is worth it given the improved ride quality you have seen in Tesla doing so?
Mar 16, 2026
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It will be 1/2 the cost of the air suspension and not fail in 68k miles... I am fine with this as all the review cars were running the...
Mar 16, 2026
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Just got a phone call from a Rivian guide. He also said the actual configurator and ordering step will be available in June.
Mar 16, 2026
DJFrerichs
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R2 Performance Launch Edition Poll: Are You Interested?
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Hey, you do you. I get it. I personally am not a fan of all dark interiors. Makes the interior feel cavernous. I like a two tone effect...
Mar 16, 2026
DJFrerichs
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R2 Performance Launch Edition Poll: Are You Interested?
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I suspect that will turn Palo Alto test lab into R3X/ Tri motor design focus mid to late this year to get started in preparation for the...
Mar 16, 2026
DJFrerichs
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R2 Performance Launch Edition Poll: Are You Interested?
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I have heard a lot of people want to do Launch, but then later found out that the light interior is not available to do so. So the big...
Mar 16, 2026
DJFrerichs
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2026 R2 pricing, range & specs! $57,990 Performance Launch Edition / $53,990 Premium / $48,490 Standard / $45,000 Standard (Smaller Battery)
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It's no longer on the Arstechnica site but I had it cached in my RSS reader. R2 Performance / Launch Edition $57,990 excluding $1,495...
Mar 16, 2026
DJFrerichs
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What will Performance Edition R2 LE equivalent cost with LIDAR version
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I could of swore I heard this MSRP price stays after launch edition is done when LIDAR & RAP1 are integrated. The cost of Gen 3 hardware...
Mar 16, 2026
DJFrerichs
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R2 Colors List Revealed! Launch Green, Borealis, Midnight, Forest Green, Esker Silver, Catalina Cove, Glacier White, Half Moon Grey 🎨
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Catalina cove is a light blue
Mar 11, 2026
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