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Just Passing By replied to the thread Finished R2 demo test drive? Share your review / impressions.Ref the bolded part, did you check what the tire pressures were set at as that seems untypical feedback for the 20's? I've read on other...
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Just Passing By reacted to Yamazaki's post in the thread Finished R2 demo test drive? Share your review / impressions with
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I was told by the rep I spoke to here that the one I drove is a pre production model... which is why some stuff didn't work/wasn't there. -
Just Passing By replied to the thread Finished R2 demo test drive? Share your review / impressions.Are these demo cars all early full production units, still pre-production units or a mix? I presume the VIN would indicate? Its not...
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Just Passing By reacted to UnsungZero_OldTimeAdMan's post in the thread WTF Order Date Changed with Like.
Nah, they are. Every single problem in the universe is Rivian's fault and Rivian's to solve. The complaints in this forum are setting...
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Just Passing By reacted to Mos Eisley's post in the thread Finished R2 demo test drive? Share your review / impressions with Like.
OK - here're my thoughts after spending a little more than an hour in the R2 playing with the tech, poking and prodding. This was not a...
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Just Passing By reacted to stevejust's post in the thread Finished R2 demo test drive? Share your review / impressions with Like.
R2D(ay)2 I have thoughts. So many thoughts. I drove one of the very oldest (modern) EVs around, over to meet the very newest: And...
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Just Passing By reacted to R1Tiger's post in the thread Which R2 wheel size is everyone getting? with Like.
There are optional sizes to consider. If you wanted to get into the Michelin Defender LTX M/S2, you could go with 275/50-21. That tire...
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Just Passing By replied to the thread Which R2 wheel size is everyone getting?.The OD for that tire is 31.8", i.e. 0.2" smaller in diameter than that stated for the OEM 255/55 R21. So assuming the OEM tire is...
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Just Passing By replied to the thread Which R2 wheel size is everyone getting?.From searching it seems that Rivian just supports minor OD differences on R1. But its not unreasonable that they could support more...
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Just Passing By replied to the thread Which R2 wheel size is everyone getting?.So this is what I'm not understanding. If the OD stays the same then the odometer wouldn't need to be recalibrated. The same would be...
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Just Passing By replied to the thread Which R2 wheel size is everyone getting?.Interesting. So what does the programming actually do in R1 if OD isn't allowed to change? I thought all the factory wheel options for...
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Just Passing By replied to the thread Which R2 wheel size is everyone getting?.The issue with 21" rims isn't the lack of tire options, its the lack of tire options with a 32" OD. The BMW iX3 50 has 255/40 R21...
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Just Passing By replied to the thread R2 Compact Spare tire....are you ordering it on your build?.I plan on buying the compact spare. I may also get a tow hitch tire carrier and a full size spare if I find myself doing a significant...
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Just Passing By replied to the thread Rivian Communication RAP1+Lidar.I imagine one day Rivian may make a public statement along the lines of "We have been shipping R2 with the RAP1 processor and LIDAR for...
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Just Passing By replied to the thread 500-800 miles from Service Center......from those with Rivian experience....how risky will this be?.With such long distances involved, for peace of mind it might be worth waiting a year or two to see if Rivian commit to a service center...
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Just Passing By reacted to Dark-Fx's post in the thread June 9 - R2 order invites, first customer deliveries and demo drives begin! with Like.
They've already accepted orders from employees. Financing and insurance can happen in a few hours. The vehicles could be completely...
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Just Passing By replied to the thread Special Color Releases Like Sneaker Drops!?.And the bolded part in the quote below from Jeff Hammoud is why those who want bright/unusual colors aren't getting them on R2 for now...
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Just Passing By reacted to portdirect's post in the thread Self driving update: Gen 2 and Gen 3 Autonomy on R2 should be similar for a "couple of years" with Like.
Re ADAS compute: Gen1 had no nvidia. Gen2 peak TOPs is around 508 (2x Nvidia Orin AGX at 256 each). Rivian's marketing has muddied the...
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Just Passing By replied to the thread Self driving update: Gen 2 and Gen 3 Autonomy on R2 should be similar for a "couple of years".This touches on a point I haven't seen discussed - How does Rivian introduce the RAP1/LIDAR to production, or perhaps more specifically...
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Just Passing By reacted to sparked's post in the thread R2 rear wiper in action -- potential issues or FUD? with Like.
Quote from Wassym in the Reddit AMA about the wiper in R2. Software setting to park the wiper outside the trough. Also added a pic...
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Just Passing By reacted to sparked's post in the thread Self driving update: Gen 2 and Gen 3 Autonomy on R2 should be similar for a "couple of years" with Like.
A few quotes from James about Gen 2 and Gen 3 autonomy platforms and LiDAR from a recent Reddit AMA:
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Just Passing By reacted to sparked's post in the thread 12 volt system in R2 has reduced cycling and longer life, per Wassym with Like.
Per the recent Reddit AMA, Wassym talked about the low voltage system for R2
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Just Passing By reacted to rbdavis808's post in the thread Rival: EX60 Configurator opening this month with Like.
I find EX60 more appealing than iX3, but neither has more of what I want than R2 and both cost more. Obviously both have certain...
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Just Passing By replied to the thread What R2 accessories are you researching?.Cheap as chips seat belt cutter and window breaker; every car should have them...
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Just Passing By reacted to Dark-Fx's post in the thread What R2 accessories are you researching? with Like.
Crash responders are minutes out. The concern anyone seems to care about is the lithium battery causing the vehicle to rapidly burn...
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Just Passing By reacted to mkhuffman's post in the thread Confirmed: R2 reservation holders will be invited to configure orders in June with Like.
I have a different take on this. Rivian is cash flow negative. The R1 must generate cash for the business or Rivian will cease to...
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Just Passing By reacted to Bullwinkle's post in the thread R2 Configurator is Live! 🎉 What's your configuration? with Like.
I doubt they changed tooling, so tread depth is probably the same. My guess is that the rubber compound may be simpler/cheaper--which is...
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Just Passing By replied to the thread R2 Configurator is Live! 🎉 What's your configuration?.As noted by others, the current 20" AT tires shown on the R2 don't carry the 3PMS mark. The question is what are the differences between...
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Just Passing By replied to the thread R2 Configurator is Live! 🎉 What's your configuration?.I don't think Travis has it quite right. Both the older Trail Terrain T/A and the new Trail Terrain T/A+ that will replace the older...
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Just Passing By replied to the thread R2 Configurator is Live! 🎉 What's your configuration?.Not according to the configurator. Its either 20" Bicolor Carbon All-Season as standard, or 21" Liquid Tungsten All-Season as a $2k option
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Just Passing By replied to the thread R2 Configurator is Live! 🎉 What's your configuration?.Well both iX3 50 and EX60 seem to have 21" wheel options, at least in other markets where specs are listed, but they aren't running 32"...
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Just Passing By reacted to MaskedRacerX's post in the thread Rival: 2026 BMW iX3 reviews are impressive... R2 has its work cut out with Like.
The same, but different :D I think what we're finally getting in the EV space is a lot of unique experience between vehicles that on...
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Just Passing By replied to the thread R2 Block Party (Palo Alto).My understanding is that R2 is generating 12V from the high-voltage battery in order to provide redundant 12V supplies for door opening...
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Just Passing By reacted to JasonK's post in the thread Compact Spare Tire for R2 priced at $755 with Like.
Yes that price is a bit expensive. I found a company who specializes in making Spare tire kits. It looks like you can get it for about...
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Just Passing By replied to the thread Portable charger and adapters will only be free in certain states (for R2)......As screen cap below from the Accessories pop up
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Just Passing By replied to the thread R2 Configurator is Live! 🎉 What's your configuration?.I actually called it nickle and dimed ;) But to address your point, the auto market was ever thus. It is full of vehicles in similar...
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Just Passing By reacted to Mos Eisley's post in the thread R2 Configurator is Live! 🎉 What's your configuration? with Like.
You can have a totally reasonable opinion that Rivian's paint upcharges feel steep, that's fair. However, comparing Rivian's paint...
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Just Passing By replied to the thread R2 Configurator is Live! 🎉 What's your configuration?.Why should Rivian's pricing automatically be in lock step with other manufacturers? Should they also charge for all the options the...
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Just Passing By replied to the thread 5/15/26 USA Today Article: Rivian delays new R2 electric SUV with $45K starting price.There is no PR issue and surely you can't be advocating for people with limited financial means to be buying any new car, let alone one...
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Just Passing By replied to the thread 5/15/26 USA Today Article: Rivian delays new R2 electric SUV with $45K starting price.The availability timelines including the $45k version only being available late 2027 were communicated back on March 12. The following...
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Just Passing By replied to the thread R2 Configurator is Live! 🎉 What's your configuration?.... and here's the screen cap with text at the bottom from the Accessories pop up
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Just Passing By replied to the thread Rival: 2026 BMW iX3 reviews are impressive... R2 has its work cut out.Reasonable observation, the range and fast charge is very alluring, but ironically I would want that for extended distance off-road use...
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Just Passing By reacted to DuoRivians's post in the thread Rival: 2026 BMW iX3 reviews are impressive... R2 has its work cut out with Like.
I guess the explanation is because this is a Rivian forum, but I’m surprised by how many people don’t think the BMW iX3 is the better...
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Just Passing By replied to the thread R2 Block Party (Palo Alto).Thanks for your OP. I went to Palo Alto today and also thought the Launch Green a bit muted. My preferences currently are Catalina Cove...
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Just Passing By replied to the thread R2 Configurator is Live! 🎉 What's your configuration?.Human psychology is a funny thing. Rivian could have launched all the vehicles with base prices at $1000 more than they did. People...
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Just Passing By replied to the thread Portable charger and adapters will only be free in certain states (for R2)......The same text is also in the configurator so it seems to be a thing. In my case as a first time EV owner it will be a nice inclusion...
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Just Passing By reacted to wnealisr226's post in the thread Portable charger and adapters will only be free in certain states (for R2)..... with Like.
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Just Passing By replied to the thread Palo Alto & Miami R2 Block Parties -- RSVP Signup Page / Dates (May 15-17).Ditto, although I haven't attempted to RSVP again. Originally the event started at 11am but I see its now 9am, so I'll just head over...
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Just Passing By reacted to UnsungZero_OldTimeAdMan's post in the thread More R2 models coming and R2X possible says RJ Scaringe (Reuters News) with Like.
What makes you think they’ve been sitting on their thumbs, on a beach in the Bahamas? The reason other trims are not in production is...
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Just Passing By replied to the thread Unexpected service center challenges.Unexpected service center challenges ... Halt, who goes there? Stand and deliver! Your money or your life! Speak friend and enter! What...
