Financing vs. Lease math - by @travisketchum
If you're weighing lease vs finance for the R2, the numbers tell you everything you need to know.
Financing can save you $8,836 over a 36 month term.
First look at XPEL Stealth PPF on R2.
Rivian x XPEL
Rivian is collaborating with XPEL to help you customize your vehicle. Keep your exterior pristine with the STEALTH™ or ULTIMATE PLUS™ Paint Protection Film, FUSION PLUS™ Ceramic Coating and and PRIME Window Tint.
Help protect your vehicle...
https://evchargingstations.com/chargingnews/rivian-adventure-network-1000/
The Rivian Adventure Network (RAN) reached a round milestone of 1,000 individual DC fast-charging stalls.
1,000+ Stalls
According to the Alternative Fuels Data Center (AFDC), the RAN network has 148 locations and 1,007...
These photos were from yesterday's press conference at Normal plant and shows up to a 503 VIN for the R2 -- see the #'s at upper rear window and front window.
Rivian And Tesla Take Different Roads On AI
From article: https://www.forbes.com/sites/brookecrothers/2026/04/26/rivian-r2-vs-tesla-robotaxi-which-ai-wins-down-the-road/
Rivian R2 Approach
Tesla Comparison
Philosophy
INCREMENTAL VALIDATION: Designed for high reliability within its...
Following a Monday (yesterday) post-market SEC filing, Volkswagen AG has officially overtaken Amazon as Rivian’s largest single shareholder. This marks the first time since Rivian's 2021 Nasdaq IPO that Amazon has not held the top spot.
Key details of the ownership shift include:
New Ownership...
I haven't gotten to sit in an R2 yet so have been wondering about leg room (I'm all legs).
These photos and reaction by a 7'1" guy's wife allays any concerns I had. The R2 has some impressive interior space / leg room! :clap:
"Yes! Even my 7'1 husband could fit with a 5'4 child behind him. The...