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RivAW
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Next R2 Hardware Wishlist
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I don't think there are any 2 row SUVs on the market currently with HVAC in the cargo area. Doesn't really make sense from a production...
Today at 7:39 AM
RivAW
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southerncadesi's post
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Media Release Included in R2 Demo Drive Liability Waiver
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Just wear a MAGA hat or something so they don't use your footage.
Today at 7:36 AM
RivAW
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Jeremy3292's post
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Media Release Included in R2 Demo Drive Liability Waiver
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Why are you so worried about this? It's their cars; it's their terms. Don't like it? Don't drive the car. You just said they aren't...
Today at 7:35 AM
RivAW
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Why I’m leaving the Rivian Family After Owning / Leasing 3 R1Ts
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All good. IMO any reasoning that either a BMW or VW vehicle (Scout) will be "dependable" is highly questionable Individual experience...
Today at 7:20 AM
RivAW
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2027 R1 Due in August - What's Changing?
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The only likely change is potentially the upgraded steering wheel with the halo scroll wheels....
Thursday at 2:02 PM
RivAW
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R2 Highway Efficiency Test: 80 MPH vs 70 MPH Changed Everything
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Your analysis is appreciated but it is pretty generally well known that the greatest contributor to loss of efficiency (aside from cold...
Thursday at 2:00 PM
RivAW
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R2 cargo area air flow for dogs
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Since you don’t own one why are you assuming the HVAC is noisy. There hasn’t been much complaining about this as an issue, to date...
Jul 14, 2026
RivAW
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Jeremy3292's post
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R2 cargo area air flow for dogs
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I can’t think of any vehicle that has third row or cargo area air vents that doesn’t have a third row. No direct airflow onto the dogs...
Jul 14, 2026
RivAW
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Rivian vs Scout (⚠️ ADMIN WARNING: NO POLITICS)
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I echo everyone else in the thought that Scout probably isn't going to happen.
Jul 12, 2026
RivAW
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captainjp's post
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Rivian vs Scout (⚠️ ADMIN WARNING: NO POLITICS)
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Don’t think Scout will actually make it to market.
Jul 12, 2026
RivAW
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Still enjoying our Rivian after 3+ years
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Same for my 2023 Quad R1T with 66k miles. I’m even likely going to skip my upcoming R2 order window and just keep what I have. …
Jul 11, 2026
RivAW
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R2 lift kit (aftermarket) by EVSportline
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That is a common misconception. Federal law says that modifications do not cause a general voiding of the vehicle warranty. The only...
Jul 6, 2026
RivAW
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Visual: why R1 cross bars don’t work on R2
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The reason they don't fit is simple - "planned obsolescence", right out of the Apple playbook....
Jul 6, 2026
RivAW
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Tim-in-CA's post
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Rivian owners file lawsuit alleging false promises on self-driving features
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Looking forward to my check for $3.87
Jul 6, 2026
RivAW
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R1Thor's post
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XCARE Warranty. When to start it?
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I'd take your $6k for warranty "maybe" paying off and put it instead into the S&P 500. Worst case, you have to take it back out to pay...
Jul 3, 2026
RivAW
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Parking the R2 in the garage
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It will take you all of 10 minutes to master 1 pedal driving. You'll likely be able to let it stop itself without a problem (try the 3...
Jul 3, 2026
RivAW
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Poll: Should Rivian Consider a 3-row R2 model?
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No. The 7 passenger version is the R1S
Jul 2, 2026
RivAW
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Issues connecting to superchargers today
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You should generally be initiating the charging sessions via the Tesla app anyway. The $12.99/mo membership pays for itself if you...
Jul 2, 2026
RivAW
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Count Orlok's post
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Upcoming BMW iX5 will be a range beast
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it's just a shame, however, about the bad dental work.
Jul 1, 2026
RivAW
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R2 Roof Rack Setup - from ProSpeed
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I have the R1T version and it works well for me. No issues.
Jul 1, 2026
RivAW
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R2 lift kit (aftermarket) by EVSportline
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Federal law does not allow a warranty to be generally denied due to aftermarket parts. "They" would have to be able to show that...
Jul 1, 2026
RivAW
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R2 lift kit (aftermarket) by EVSportline
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Guys, rest assured this kit is properly engineered, like every product we sell. Very carefully designed to provide the lift while...
Jul 1, 2026
RivAW
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Update on R2 order invitation timing now in account
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It's funny.....the update is not reflected in my account, but I did receive both an email and a text message that I can expect my order...
Jul 1, 2026
RivAW
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Not possible to turn off 1 pedal driving?
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Because it's a prime "feature" of most EVs and relates to their claimed efficiency. At least with R1 there are 3 different settings...
Jun 28, 2026
RivAW
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Who HASN'T been invited to order with an early reservation?
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Day 1, early in the day reservation, current R1T owner, live within 30 minutes of 2 different service centers....and only good/friendly...
Jun 28, 2026
RivAW
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Dark-Fx's post
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Who HASN'T been invited to order with an early reservation?
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I'm gonna introduce another variable here. How much the service people at your local SC like you.
Jun 28, 2026
RivAW
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Cancelling my Pre-order, thoughts inside from test drive
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I lemon lawed it. I get my money back in about a month.
Jun 28, 2026
RivAW
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R2 teething/early issues -- new owner needs flatbed 4 hours after delivery
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THANK YOU EARLY ADOPTER TEST PILOTS! I'm either skipping R2 entirely or waiting until there is an "X" model (or 3 motor variant).....by...
Jun 26, 2026
RivAW
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500-800 miles from Service Center......from those with Rivian experience....how risky will this be?
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They are not sending mobile service 500+ miles for any issues.....
Jun 19, 2026
RivAW
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Market Reality Check: When do Gen 2 Quads drop to double digits?
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That would price them right out of business or to the point there is such a lack of interest that they are discontinued like the Telsa X...
Jun 19, 2026
RivAW
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What charging gear does R2 come with? [ADMIN WARNING: NO POLITICS]
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on the Rivian webpage, go to "Design Yours", Accessories, scroll down, and you'll see this: Customers registering a new R2 in CA, CO...
Jun 17, 2026
RivAW
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Compared to the R2, what makes the Scout a compelling alternative?
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It's not IMO. It looks good and has the option of adding a gasoline engine to extend range to ~500 miles.....but it's also delayed for...
Jun 17, 2026
RivAW
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Looking for a reso holder that canceled due to price
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What reliability issues? There are zero reports off “issues” since deliveries started just a few days ago….you cancelled because of...
Jun 13, 2026
RivAW
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Finance vs. Lease the R2 -- the math
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Depreciation is typically a percentage rather than a specific dollar figure. R1s having more room to drop in value seems like a silly...
Jun 12, 2026
RivAW
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Finance vs. Lease the R2 -- the math
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Until you get to the end of 36 mos and shop trade in offers the “estimated equity” on the finance side is just made up (barely better...
Jun 12, 2026
RivAW
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Self drive and current R2
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Don't spread fake information.....either do some research or don't answer....but your statement is false
Jun 11, 2026
RivAW
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R2 order emails now going out
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I hope mine doesn't come up. Early day 1 reservation, near 2 service centers and R1 owner. The issue is that I love my Quad R1T enough...
Jun 9, 2026
RivAW
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Finance vs. Lease the R2 -- the math
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Your numbers are off. At least according to the Rivian website, if you configure to a price of $60,990, then the lease is estimated at...
Jun 9, 2026
RivAW
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Tire Replacement(S) and Rivian Alignment
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Wear on tire edges (inner or outer) could be due to overuse of different ride heights. Your ~7500 lb truck is generally aligned at the...
Jun 8, 2026
RivAW
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R1S G1 Highway Assist no longer available after recent 2026.15.0
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Did you try a "hard reset"? The soft reset was a waste of time because it only relates to infotainment ....
Jun 4, 2026
RivAW
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R2 non-powered frunk is a mistake?
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I could count on my hands how many times I have used my R!T frunk in 3.5 years. Additionally, the whole point of the R2 is to cut...
Jun 4, 2026
RivAW
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Rear suspension leak
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Do your research. The available extended warranty is very unlikely to pay out more than you have to pay to buy it at this...
May 29, 2026
RivAW
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Dark-Fx's post
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Rear suspension leak
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Only gen1 quads. Everything else is 4y/50k
May 29, 2026
RivAW
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R2 - will you buy an extended warranty?
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As a general rule, extended warranties are not worthwhile in terms of cost/benefit ("generally", but of course there are outliers)...
May 29, 2026
RivAW
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robd's post
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$130/yr ($150/yr in a few years) annual federal fee for EV drivers
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💯 If state and federal flat fees are fair then let’s apply them to every vehicle and remove the gas tax. Please write your...
May 21, 2026
RivAW
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Will the R2 come with the option of the Darkout Package?
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It takes a little (really pretty minimal) effort, but you can take care of the "dark out" yourself for about 1/2 (or less) of what they...
May 21, 2026
RivAW
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Why can't we lower the vehicle when in park?
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NOBODY LIKES READING THE DIRECTIONS!
May 21, 2026
RivAW
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Why can't we lower the vehicle when in park?
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My Gen 1 R1T lowers in park. The difference is that it displays a confirmation button before it will lower. In Drive below 20 mph it...
May 21, 2026
RivAW
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Why can't we lower the vehicle when in park?
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You absolutely can lower when in park, but you may have to hit the brake first to turn the car "on". I just went into the garage and...
May 21, 2026
RivAW
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R2 Configurator is Live! 🎉 What's your configuration?
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Unless you're an employee you didn't order anything and don't have any confirmation....
May 20, 2026
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