Interesting. Really makes me hope we can reach a point where integrating either the stock rubber mat or a replacement for it is feasible.
Edit: Or perhaps some screw-in feet/standoffs so that there is a couple mm of adjustability in the product so it can be fine-tuned to be flush in all trucks?
They admitted to at least slowing down the rollout due to a problem. Whether it was truly "slowed down" or "stopped" are up for debate (but does it really matter??)
Yes, I would probably prefer this on the basis that:
1) Easier visual target
2) Best charging performance
3) Best magnetic "hold"
It's not a deal-breaker for me, though, as long as the magnetic hold is reasonably strong so that putting the phone in the correct position is easy/repeatable and...
You don't need a safety inspection to get the first registration.
You do need the Certificate of Origin. The DMV rejected my first attempt and said it needed to be notarized. That was quite a fight with Rivian but they finally notarized it and FedEx'd it back to me.
Make sure you...
Rivian Service has had the panels off three times.
I have considered doing it myself, but I've resisted the urge for a couple reasons:
1) If I break any clips then I have zero confidence that Rivian will sell me the parts I need to replace them.
2) I spoke with a senior Rivian tech and they...
Part of me really wants that.... But I'd be concerned with my truck rattling apart with it. With the stock (unimpressive) audio system it already feels like a tin can with rocks.