New R1 Refresh spotted photos! [Updated w/ New Wheel Aero Covers pic]

[madhat]

I actually kinda dig the new wheels. Not sure why though

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[Isaiah Louis]

Some photos someone got from the plant

I got these images myself from an employee post online with permission.

 

[SPITmadFIRE]

Okay, I'll say it. I don't like look of the new wheels or the headlights.

 

[DuoRivian]

Those rims are terrible and not dissimilar to the discontinued chrome 20”s that thankfully were dropped.

 

[R1Tom]

Something about it makes it look less substantial? Are the tires smaller?

 

[DuoRivian]

Something about it makes it look less substantial? Are the tires smaller?

Good observation but let’s wait for official photos.

 

[Ecupip]

Those rims are terrible and not dissimilar to the discontinued chrome 20”s that thankfully were dropped.

Not a fan either.

However, they look super familiar to me. A quick search helped me realize why

 

[Khaos]

Looks like all these lightbars are smokey?

 

[UnsungZero_OldTimeAdMan]

Too lazy to read all pages. Are those 20" wheels equipped with 33" tires?

Looks to be 275/60R20

I'm happy to see that chrome trim is still available. I was really disappointed with the first photo of the red R1S all blacked out. I think the lack of chrome really makes the vehicle look down-market. I'm a fan of the chrome at this price point.

Not chrome. Combination of paint and machined features that are then clear coated. Chrome plating is time consuming, energy intensive and toxic.

 

[s0ysauce]

Not a fan of the new wheel design. I like the thinner light bar and the chrome delete though.

 

[R1Thor]

It helps, but still not as effective as a heated headlight.

Maybe someone can reach out to these guys and see if they'll make a Rivian aftermarket...

 

[Zorg]

Looks to be 275/60R20

Was my guess as well. Wonder if they switch to 33" tires for both AT and AS. Definitely would improve efficiency and would make it easier to swap tires

 

[Twitter Fingers]

Those new wheels are causing me to lose faith in RJ

 

[Rividiculous]

Okay, looks pretty sweet. Some nice tweaks but the same R1 we all love.

Now get these in the Shop, Rivian!

Pleeeeeeaaaaaaassssssseeeee!

 

[kurtlikevonnegut]

Okay, looks pretty sweet. Some nice tweaks but the same R1 we all love.

Now get these in the Shop, Rivian!

Pleeeeeeaaaaaaassssssseeeee!

I do have a feeling the run on the shop when they make the official announcement is going to make for the mother of all end of quarter sales. I feel bad for the delivery teams that are going to have to work through the enormous backlog that they will have over the next 4-5 weeks.

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