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2026.23.0 Update Pushed to R1
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This way Amazon can still monetize and use your data without the harsh side effect of actually providing any services. I believe...
Today at 8:23 AM
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Evotrex-PG5 Electric RV: Campfire Updates (Q3/2026)
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Ok. R1T ā¦. $100k+ Camper ⦠$120k+ Total $220k+ You can check my math on that but it seems to me that you...
Wednesday at 2:11 PM
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R2 vs. Model Y (by Car and Driver) -- The R2 steps up to the Model Y plate and delivers a home run in its first at bat
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I have yet to need to stop at a level 3 charger on the road; with my R1T max pack, I just charge at home. However, there may be cases...
Tuesday at 10:16 AM
skyguyscott
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R2 vs. Model Y (by Car and Driver) -- The R2 steps up to the Model Y plate and delivers a home run in its first at bat
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RE: EV range -- Comparing EV range estimates between different makes and models and options is only marginally beneficial when the...
Monday at 12:36 PM
skyguyscott
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Switched from R1T (Gen 1 Quad) to a Ford Bronco
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Well, FWIW, I agree that fossil fuels will remain an energy supply in some form or another for most, if not all, of the rest of the...
Jul 29, 2026
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The future of Rivian
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TWA Kodak Dupont Sears Lehman Brothers Pan Am Oldsmobile Woolworths RCA Blockbuster Howard Johnsons Kmart Atari Compaq Radio Shack Enron...
Jul 27, 2026
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Ketchum: Wait for LiDAR? - The Rivian R2 LiDAR story isnāt what you think
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Not "the world" Mostly the U.S. and its corporate culture, where treating employees as disposable has become normalized. Maybe that...
Jul 22, 2026
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Ketchum: Wait for LiDAR? - The Rivian R2 LiDAR story isnāt what you think
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Depreciation is one factor among many when deciding on which vehicle to purchase. For those who plan on driving the vehicle for five...
Jul 22, 2026
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Why Iām leaving the Rivian Family After Owning / Leasing 3 R1Ts
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Sorry the truck didn't work out for you, sounds like you're making the right decision for you -- best of luck, safe travels.
Jul 21, 2026
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Why Iām leaving the Rivian Family After Owning / Leasing 3 R1Ts
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I guess I got lucky compared to some. I have had some issues, leaking dampers, loose window trim, tonneau cover replaced, and the fixes...
Jul 21, 2026
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Why Iām leaving the Rivian Family After Owning / Leasing 3 R1Ts
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From a business standpoint, I think it's the right move for them. The UI is VERY good, especially considering it's relative age. The...
Jul 21, 2026
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How does your Rivian stack up?
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Yeah, of course. Now, ask me if I can remember all the names of all the gfs over the years, -- that's a real challenge.
Jul 18, 2026
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How does your Rivian stack up?
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Wow, talk about memory lane...My folks purchased a brand new Galaxy 500, i believe it was a '73 model -- lime green exterior as I...
Jul 18, 2026
skyguyscott
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How does your Rivian stack up?
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Yeah, I have yet to met anyone who's driven a Mazda and didn't like it. Sorry about your luck on the truck, FWIW, I know many others...
Jul 17, 2026
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How does your Rivian stack up?
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The Rivian R1T is remarkable in many ways, but just for grins, I thought it would be fun to evaluate my 2026 Rivian RiT compared to all...
Jul 17, 2026
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ā100k milestoneā Yes and we are not looking back!!
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Congrats on your milestone!
Jul 17, 2026
skyguyscott
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R2 Pet Mode Concerns From Owner's Test
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FWIW, my Gen 2 R1T AC seems to struggle to cool the cabin on these super hot sunny summer days, regardless of Pet mode. It feels like a...
Jul 15, 2026
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Nokian One HT 22" Tires installed review (aka, wow are the OEM Pirelli Scorpions terrible)
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I must say I like how your aero hub caps put the Rivian logo next to the valve stem to make it faster and easier to locate!
Jul 15, 2026
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Ketchum: Wait for LiDAR? - The Rivian R2 LiDAR story isnāt what you think
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Tesla_Autopilot_crashes From AI web summary of "Tesla FSD fatalities" As of October 2025, there...
Jul 14, 2026
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Ketchum: Wait for LiDAR? - The Rivian R2 LiDAR story isnāt what you think
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I appreciate the passion you bring to the defense of Tesla's FSD, but you might want to link to sources in support of your position...
Jul 14, 2026
skyguyscott
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Ketchum: Wait for LiDAR? - The Rivian R2 LiDAR story isnāt what you think
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well, that pretty much tracks with Teslaās modus operandi, and just goes to further validate my decision to go with Rivian rather than...
Jul 14, 2026
skyguyscott
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Ketchum: Wait for LiDAR? - The Rivian R2 LiDAR story isnāt what you think
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While RJ states that supervised point to point driving is coming to all GEN 2 Rivian vehicles, I would not trust any camera ā only...
Jul 14, 2026
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Rivian R1T upfit for Atlanta Fire & Rescue -- Quick Response Emergency Life Support -- By EV Sportline / Patrol EV
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wonder what's under the hood, wonder if the stretcher would not fit in tunel
Jul 10, 2026
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A very unpleasant surprise: dent in tailgate
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I've been wearing similar scars since January. Mine is known event. I kicked the shit out of the tailgate in a fit of rage against...
Jul 10, 2026
skyguyscott
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A very unpleasant surprise: dent in tailgate
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You can spend $$$ and get it fixed, or wear it proudly so everyone thinks that you and the R1T work just like a "real" truck.
Jul 10, 2026
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Yokohama Geolandar H/T4: the Ultimate Tire for Your Rivian
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All this for an advert? Can even my Rivian transport me somewhere out of the reach of marketing?
Jul 10, 2026
skyguyscott
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Ketchum: Wait for LiDAR? - The Rivian R2 LiDAR story isnāt what you think
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Some potential buyers are paralyzed by FOMO and over analysis leading to confusion rather than clarification. But consider the...
Jul 10, 2026
skyguyscott
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Which R2 colors look best when dirty?
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Silver hides dirt the best, no question. I like silver on cars for that reason, but get whatever color you like the best. I got the...
Jul 7, 2026
skyguyscott
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The Hues of Adventure: The inspiration behind the R2 color palette
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Heh. No doubt, or even the discarded Perrier bottles to be even more on point.
Jul 3, 2026
skyguyscott
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The Hues of Adventure: The inspiration behind the R2 color palette
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I have not seen too many auroras in my lifetime, but the a dozen or so that I have seen have all been mostly green, not purple. I...
Jul 2, 2026
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Rivian Q2 Deliveries Beats Estimates. Raises Delivery Guidance For Fully Year 2026
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It's encouraging to see the sales bump, especially this soon after the end of the subsidy. The stock is worth what the investors are...
Jul 2, 2026
skyguyscott
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Any dual motor folks out there?
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Unless I am mistaken, I believe the difference in question revolves around unlocking the $5K software performance package rather than...
Jul 1, 2026
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Pet Mode for R2 coming in next OTA update š¾
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RJ, we're just about ready to lauch the R2 on schedule, except Raj and his team haven't quite finished Pet Mode yet. I mean, they just...
Jun 29, 2026
skyguyscott
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Any dual motor folks out there?
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And are they <= $5k?
Jun 29, 2026
skyguyscott
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Any dual motor folks out there?
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Thanks for this, yes, standard running boards can be flimsy and are not designed to support the vehicle weight. I should have...
Jun 29, 2026
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In the world of Luce, The Rivian R3X could shine
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While there were lots of hatch backs in the late '70s, the one the R3 most reminds me of is AMC's Gremlin, and you know, it did LOOK...
Jun 29, 2026
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In the world of Luce, The Rivian R3X could shine
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Every image of the R3 has just left me thinking of the Gremlin/Pacer (not in a good way, if there is one) UNTIL I saw that rendering...
Jun 29, 2026
skyguyscott
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Any dual motor folks out there?
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Runnning boards offer a number of benefits that some might find compelling: A helpful step for ingress/egress, especially for small...
Jun 29, 2026
skyguyscott
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R2 teething/early issues -- Talk about your post-delivery concerns or headaches
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Rome wasn't built in a day, but Pompei was destroyed in one
Jun 27, 2026
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As you might have guessed.... higher gas prices has increased interest in EVs [ADMIN WARNING: NO POLITICS]
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NBC news has an interesting cost calculator where you input your tank size, number of fill ups/month and state and see how much more you...
Jun 27, 2026
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R2 teething/early issues -- Talk about your post-delivery concerns or headaches
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I don't disagree that we should expect better. But there is a difference between the world as it should be and the world as it is. I...
Jun 27, 2026
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R2 teething/early issues -- Talk about your post-delivery concerns or headaches
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For me, the ridiculously comical headlights did not stop me from purchasing my R1T, but I still think they are ridiculously comical...
Jun 26, 2026
skyguyscott
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R2 teething/early issues -- Talk about your post-delivery concerns or headaches
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Don't know about Rivian, but it looks like you were smart enough to figure it out ;)
Jun 26, 2026
skyguyscott
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R2 teething/early issues -- Talk about your post-delivery concerns or headaches
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TBH, I don't think any new R2 owners should be surprised at all when they discover flaws and glitches on their brand new R2 SUVs because...
Jun 26, 2026
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A Waymo Plowed Through a Construction Zone, Floored It, and Got Chased by the Cops With a Terrified Passenger Along for the Ride
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Well, yeah, that is the sort of dystopian future we are choosing to live, but my larger point, larger than just Waymo taxis and checkout...
Jun 25, 2026
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A Waymo Plowed Through a Construction Zone, Floored It, and Got Chased by the Cops With a Terrified Passenger Along for the Ride
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Apparently, the future will be filled with misanthropes who feel so threatened by their fellow citizens, they will eschew any human...
Jun 25, 2026
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A Waymo Plowed Through a Construction Zone, Floored It, and Got Chased by the Cops With a Terrified Passenger Along for the Ride
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These articles always make me think of Old Glory Insuranceā¦.
Jun 25, 2026
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A Waymo Plowed Through a Construction Zone, Floored It, and Got Chased by the Cops With a Terrified Passenger Along for the Ride
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Many engineers find it unimaginable that others do not think systematically like they do. Software development teams are tasked with...
Jun 24, 2026
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Esker Silver R2 finally marketed by Rivian! Hi-res official images (Updated With More)
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I have a forest green R1T bc they had it in stock, and if I waited for the free LA silver, I'd risk loosing out on the $7500 rebate...
Jun 23, 2026
skyguyscott
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Any dual motor folks out there?
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Nah, not even at 1/2 price. But, here's what I would gladly pay 5K for, if Rivian offered it on the R1T and was serious -- any two or...
Jun 23, 2026
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