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A bug or is it possible the new software picked up on an issue with your 12v batteries? It will be interesting to hear what service finds. Please let us know the outcome of your service visit.

As a service to our fellow drivers, when you see someone paying more attention to their phone than their driving, you should get in front of them and randomly brake and drag the brakes (flash the brake lights) to scare the living S#!^ out of them! If enough people were to do this the texter...

Most lenders, be it a vulture capitalist company, VW, or some other entity with lots of cash, will typically demand control of the company when making significant investments in the company ($5,000,000,000 for example). It makes sense that the investor would want to have the ability to control...

I'd be happy to draw one, print it, and test it, but I need a unit to model the file after (my wife wouldn't be pleased if I took the one in her Rivian) and the tray to test the printed part. I'm happy to share the file if I can get an assembly to test with.

It is a poor design. I have the same issue with my Ford F150, so this isn't unique to Rivian. I think it has to do with having a design person who is all about form but doesn't have a clue about function. As a designer, if you never get your hands dirty and sit at a keyboard all day you are...

No doubt. My question was rhetorical. I've been working on cars for ages, one of my first vehicles was a used '57 Chevy, so I've seen the evolution, and it isn't just cars; I used to carry a stock of transistors, resistors, capacitors, and soldering tools I fixed circuits instead of throwing...

Is this because they only stock the complete tray? I've seen many times were a manufacturer only stocks a full assembly/part but you can replace individual components of that full assembly if you have a used part or you can make a part. As one post suggests, they've had the tab pop out and...

If people have had that part in the picture pop out and were able to pop it back into position until it finally broke (see other posts) then it should be a part that can be printed and popped in as a replacement without having to replace the whole tray; at least that is the way I see it. I have...

Have you thought about getting someone to 3D print a replacement? It doesn't look all that complex to draw and printed with ABS or reinforced ABS should last at least as long as the original. If I get some time I will look at MakerWorld and some of the other sites with free 3D models to see if...

This is a CYA procedure, other wise known as under promise and over deliver. You'd be a lot more angry if you got a zero dollar estimate and went to pick your Rivian up and got a bill for $200, no doubt we all would be pissed I think. In my experience dealing with a customer, I'd get a lot...

You mention 120v (110v) charging, keep in mind that with a 15 amp 120v circuit you are "trickle" charging your vehicle and leaving it charging overnight won't add a lot of range. If you are planning on using friend's circuits to charge when visiting, I'd look for a electric dryer connection so...

Have you tried calling Real Wheels? I've found them to be very helpful. If nothing else, they can tell you why they aren't releasing a 2025 Gen 2 horn so you'll know what challenges you may face if you try and do something on your own.

I think Redwood is more focused on the industrial and utility sectors vs the home environment. A better home option is a battery on wheels.....Vehicle to Home V2H. Im still waiting for R1 V2H from Rivian. Yes I know there are some options available now but they tend to be closed architecture...

This article came out about Redwood back in Oct of last year. https://www.volts.wtf/p/can-second-life-ev-batteries-work It might address some of the questions you may have about how their technology works. Someone was questioning why a battery may still work for grid energy storage when it...

My F150 has a similar issue! Why put trim where people are bound to drag stuff across it? I swear some designers either don't care, don't live in the real world, or have never used a truck for hauling stuff; the designers seem to be more concerned about a pretty tailgate vs functionality! At a...

I don't remember posting that any "touch-up" product is going to rival the work done by a competent auto body shop, that wasn't ever my suggestion. Small road rash and other paint chip damage can be visually eliminated or minimized at minimal costs with the Dr Colorchip product; additionally it...

I would suggest calling the company, or emailing them. I'm not sure if the trim color has remained the same across the years of production? They should give you a definite answer; they were able to formulate the colors I needed from my VIN. I found them to be very helpful. I'd hate for you...

So I've done mostly vertical surface repair with Dr Colorchip as that is where most damage occurs. I've not had a problem with their material running down the surface, it has enough viscosity to cling while you complete the process. I use multiple applications so it may be that if you try and...

Try Dr Colorchip. I've had much better results than the dealer touchup pens. I've used the Dr Colorchip on several vehicles. If they don't list your vehicle color, email them the paint code and they should be able to mix your color. I have found that if I don't like the result after applying...

A couple of thoughts here. I recently put in an inverter and batteries. After going through this adventure my perspective on V2H has changed. I didn't go with the SigEnergy solution as their inverter only works with their proprietary batteries, so if they go belly up or they decide to gouge...