Even the Canucks are finding solutions.:) Problem, only option is solution! RJ did not build Rivian by throwing his hands in the air. Finding solutions is the only option. Would be nice if Rivian sold more of the critical parts, finding used stuff in good shape is the biggest bottleneck.
There is not much info out there. That being said Rivian will sell you the software for 2 weeks (or longer, more $) and it is reasonably simple to use. You can do most of what is required to get a Salvage car back up and running.
We have a vendor account here in Canada and got the same email. Similar to what Tesla offers account holders for the Toolbox software. Very good news for the small independent shops.
We have replaced the pads on Rivians at the 60,000–70,000 km (40,000-mile) mark, finding the inboard pads in the 20–30% range while the outboards were still at 80%.
BTW There are a wide range of pads available from aftermarket suppliers now.
As an independent repair shop specializing in EVs, we are committed to providing high-quality service despite the industry's current parts restrictions. While we’ve successfully established a parts account with Tesla and Rivian, they still limit access to certain components. Similarly...
Rivian limits access to certain components but is willing to sell parts to authorized repair shops. As an independent repair shop in Canada with an established account with Rivian, we have found them to be excellent partners. The availability of essential parts is commendable, and shipments are...
Is this gaining any traction? I would be in. We do EV Rebuilds in Canada. Mostly Tesla's, we are currently on our second Rivian. I would be interested in the RIDE software as well.