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  1. Good bye R1S Bumpmobile. thoughts on ownership and the process

    All is a a matter of perspective - i have a 2024 R1S , 20ā€œ stock perellis - Jan 2024 delivery smoothest ride of my last 20 years and compared to my last three cars - 2001 Tahoe, 2009 Mini Cooper - then 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee (which i still have)—it dose make since if you want a floating smooth...
  2. Overcharging for tire rotation

    I know that tired purchaced form America's Tire are rotated for free for the life the tire .. did not expect and happy to have my OEM tired rotated for free as well - When the time comes to replace them i will be buying from Americas Tires - hopfully it will be a while as i only have 6,000...
  3. EVSE recommendations sought

    Tesla Universal Charger - has both NACS and CCS plug built in - allows for all to charge on the unit and future proofs the instalation
  4. Step by Step Removal of Second Row in R1S (DIY instructions w/ photos)

    Are there any Captains Chairs to put in the second row space ? That would be awesome
  5. Overcharging for tire rotation

    Got my tires rotated at Americaā€˜s Tire in Clovis CAlifornia - great job - easy in and out with an appointment - they had the pucks and knew just what to do - wasn’t expecting but. THE DID NOT CHARGE ME! . Don’t know if that is a Rivian thing of because our family has bought many tires from them...
  6. Rivian charger or Tesla universal charger?

    I have both the Chargpoint Flex (at home) and the Tesla universal Charger (at mountain house/vacation home). Both work flawlessly - charging both my R1S and wife’s BMD iX. I got tHe Tesla universal Charger to future proof connector and to be able to offer both to visiting guests - doubt you...
  7. Another First EV Roadtrip Post / Oregon to SoCal

    I ALMOST NEVER buy food on the road - but prefer to pack a picnic basket with sandwich and snacks - far cheaper - far more flexible as to when to eat - and never slows the trip
  8. How to prepare my R1S to sit while I am on vacation...

    Problem identified and mystry solved - my house sitters borrowed and used the car during my absence - !!
  9. How to prepare my R1S to sit while I am on vacation...

    ISSUE RESOLVED AND PROBLEM IDENTIFIED : MY HOUSE SITTERS USED THE VEHICLE DURING MY ABSENCE CAUSING THE ENERGY DRAIN - I have the same question. Just left for 7 days unplugged and SOC dropped from 75 to 25 %. App on phone closed entire time. Please advise? What are the best settings to leave...
  10. 2024.11.2 Software Update Released! => Release Notes: Send Navigation, Mapping, Charging Feedback/Scores + Rear Display Improvements + More

    I just want to say - having paid over $100,000 for a vehicle (R1S, Dual Motor Performance, Max Pack) i dont feel like i am getting streaming for "free" - i feel like i paid for it - the question is for how long should be included? Volvo includes 2-3 years then charges ~ $10 per month. I will...
  11. 2024.03.02 Software Update: Quick Control Shortcuts, Improved Soft Sand Mode, New Ride Feel Setting, Etc.

    How long should i wait to install this update ? Buying the vehicle is certainly an early adopter activity - not sure i want to be early on software updates
  12. R1S middle row seat removal easier than expected and wow what a difference.

    Given how easy it was to remove the seats - it should not be too long before a third party like a custom van or conversion company comes of with two captains chairs to replace the bench - i would be in for that !
  13. Out Of Spec Max Pack vs Large Pack testing

    WATCHED THE VIDEO - SImply says the cars efficiency is the Same 1.95- mile / kWh per mile at 80 mpg - since the max pack has about 14 kWh (135-149 is my understanding) more capacity that should translate into an extra 28 miles - at slower speeds - im more of a 70 mph driver, you would expect a...
  14. 48k Miles on my R1T and my R1S order just came up… Why I bought an Ioniq 5.

    Just don’t run over anything. Damage to the battery shield could render the car a total loss as replacement costs of the battery exceeds the cost of the car. Two recent cases in Canada
  15. Automatic Reverse Mirror Tilt workaround using driver profiles

    This is odd to me - my wife’s BMW iX automatically tilts the mirrors down when backing up - and i cannot figure out how to STOP. that from happening - I hate - especially backing into the garage loose side view of the pillars - don’t see this feature as desirable - to each his/her own
  16. R1S Shop access live with lots of inventory!

    All appear to be Quad motor ? No duel Motor r- cleaning out unclaimed launch edition orders ?
  17. CarPlay & Android Auto Smart Dash Screen has arrived! New from EVSportline.com

    What is your source of information for SiriusXM and Apple Music being added to the Rivian native system? I will be streaming as it is my understanding the Rivian system does not have a Sirius Radio installed nor is there a satellite antennae - so the off grid availability will still be a...
  18. CarPlay & Android Auto Smart Dash Screen has arrived! New from EVSportline.com

    Cant wait to get - my R!s - hopefully in A couple more months - when that happens - this will be my first aftermarket add on!





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