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  1. My one complaint for Gen 1.5+ Power in front row.

    The true Gen 1 is quad motor, large , meridian audio etc... I have what I call a Gen 1.5. Gen 1.5 is around when they started removing unnecessary cost adders, and introduced the in house dual motor. Mine is Dual Motor Performance Standard+ There should really be 1 power outlet either...
  2. Fast Charging impact on battery life [Engineering Explained}

    Another great video from Engineering Explained. I've always said, Public charging shouldn't be used like gas stations. Updated with summary generated by Chatgpt Summary ? Fast Charging Accelerates Battery Degradation Studies show that higher charging rates lead to faster battery wear...
  3. CNBC 'Charged Up' segment: Why Rivian And VW Both Need Each Other

    Nothing for new information, but overall a good segment.
  4. Lockable storage

    Picked up a few Lockable storage options . A safe for the armrest and replacement tray for the camp speaker. These are made by @BestEvMod(AOSK) links in the video. I don't believe I'll keep the safe, so anyone in the NH area need one?
  5. Engineering Explained: Best practices tips to slow down LFP Battery degrading & extend SOH life

    Video Description: Electric cars are becoming increasingly popular, but a common concern remains for many owners - what about the battery? Most batteries used in electric cars today come with one of two major chemistries: Nickel Manganese Cobalt (NMC) or Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP). LFP...
  6. Turning on HVAC to protect screens, inconsistently.

    Why do I sometimes get a notification that reads "turning on HVAC to protect screens" but other days like today the cabin was 140f?
  7. Gen 2 Standard > Large battery pack.

    Why is Rivian so secretive about the new 'large' pack? Why even offer a 'large' battery at all? If the standard (LFP) gets 270miles , can be charged to 100% daily and likely fast charges faster. The large is about 265miles charging to the recommended 80% daily and likely fast charging...
  8. Gen 1, Dual Motor Standard / Standard+ Get The Update Yet?

    Where are the Gen 1 owners with the software locked "standard" battery packs at, I know we're in the minority of configurations but....has anyone gotten the update (.19.x) yet ? I read on RivianTrackr it isn't fully baked for our configurations.
  9. What are people running for Kayak holders?

    The 2 different sets (8 total) I have don't fit, and the yakima jaylow are stupid priced. The OEM crossbars are too wide or too thick for the ones I have. I have a decent generic/universal set and the Thule hull-a-port XT, neither fit. Any suggestions? Or should I just strap direct to the...
  10. Gen 1 is a great (lease) deal!

    Gen 1 lease pricing is so attractive, not offered in my state so I had to purchase. But those on the fence, these Gen 1 are a great deal Compared to Gen 2
  11. How to link your Rivian's live data to ABRP 5.0

    I found that linking live data from the car to ABRP was easier via a desktop. So I made a quick video on how to do so.
  12. New Hampshire Sold: All Weather Trunk Mat

    I have an extra one of these trunk mats, anyone looking to pick-up ? You can see it in use here. Link to product: https://amzn.to/3xosZqW
  13. New Hampshire to Philadelphia and Back >700 miles round trip. Standard+ battery

    Recently drove my Standard+ (121kwh software limited) dual motor from NH to PA. This is my results and efficiency. Southern NH to Philadelphia Total Mile ~ 720miles Total car time - 14Hrs efficiency 2.11mile Total energy used = ~ 340Kwh Public Charging cost = ~$85 Free Hotel...
  14. Using the Official Tesla NACS adapter on Rivian. Works as it should, cable reaches when parked normal.

    Got my official NACS adapter from ford, same one we'll get from Rivian. I was able to park normal and this station is a V3. Youtube Plug and Charge worked
  15. Rivian Refresh? Nah, Pre-Refresh Love! How I Gambled and got a Sweet Ride

    Hello Fellow Rivianites, First off thank you Rivian for giving pre-order holder the discount voucher. They didn't need to do that, they could have said take delivery or forfeit your reservation. But they would rather move units even if it was a bigger loss for them, sitting on inventory is...
  16. Gen 2 Deliveries starting S00N, who's got a delivery date ?

    Gen 2's are starting to get delivered to service centers. Who out there has a confirmed delivery date on a Gen 2? List your configuration (color, battery, interior etc..) and delivery location? P.S if you're picking up in Boston (Chelsea), MA - I'd love to see and compare a Gen 1 and Gen 2...
  17. Dual Motor Standard+ battery pack road trip efficiency video.

    Drove my standard plus, dual motor performance from New Hampshire to Philadelphia and back over 2 days. I recorded my efficiency for those who are curious. This should be the same efficiency on all non max pack dual motor generation 1 R1S
  18. How Many R1 Pre-order holders are still remaining ?

    The shop has Gen 2 R1S, Dual Standard only showing for my location, but if you have a pre-order you can get these for under $65K and maybe still get your 2022 tax credit if you signed the binding contract. That would be an amazing deal if it worked out. How many actual pre-order holders...
  19. Tested: Vampire Drain after 5 days parked no driving (new dual motor performance standard+ pack R1S) = 1% daily

    Here's the results of the phantom battery drain on a new dual motor performance standard+ pack left unattended and not plugged in for 5 days. While my last EV (Mach-E) didn't have a gear guard video mode. Leaving that can never resulted in vampire drain.
  20. Standard+ owners lets pressure Rivian into unlocking the pack :-)

    Sine us Standard+ owners are lugging around a large pack, and with the recent launch of the of the gen 2 configurations. Lets pressure Rivian into giving us a free unlock of the rest of our pack. It's unlikely but it can't hurt to ask Link I took ownership 4/27





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