Rivian R2 To Get Charging Port On Driver’s Side To Use Tesla’s Supercharger
In recent times, we have seen many carmakers strike collaborations with Tesla to use the latter’s Supercharging network.
In recent times, we have seen many carmakers strike collaborations with Tesla to use the latter’s Supercharging network.
Rivian is certainly emerging as one of the top new players in the world of electric mobility.
Rivian is ramping up its efforts to bring the R2, R3 and R3 to the market while improving the characteristics on R1 series.
The legendary German auto giant pledges $5 billion investment in the American EV startup by 2026.
The 2025 R1 models will not just get aesthetic enhancements, but performance updates too. The 2025 Rivian R1S was caught testing recently which unveiled some design alterations and other details in comparison to the existing model. The American EV startup will refresh its electric SUV, R1S, just after two years of being in production. This implies that Rivian wants to keep its portfolio fresh amidst increasing competition and projected slowdown in EV sales. While we await official announcements, I suspect the launch might take place on June 27, which happens to be the Investor Day for Rivian. You might also like: Discounts On Rivian R1T And R1S – All You Want To Know Spy Shots Reveal Details of 2025 Rivian R1S The prototypes were seen performing test runs on streets without wearing any camouflage. As a result, we were able to discover a new set of LED headlamps. These will be slightly more sculpted and muscular in contrast to the current model lending it a modern appearance. Apart from that, the overall design silhouette will resemble the current model. Look closely and you will also spot the Black Package which incorporates dark elements on the bumpers, black wheels and de-chrome body. These spy images were uploaded to a Rivian Forums thread by a user named Peytonrg. He even mentions that, in addition to the aforementioned design updates, the 2025 Rivian R1S will even get silver wheel callipers. Another user claimed that he spotted the prototype a couple of days ago. He observed a new camera module for the mirrors, a “charger disconnect” button near the port, new alloy wheels and a slimmer lightbar. Therefore, I expect minor tweaks to design and functionality. The R1T pickup will also borrow most of these elements. You might also like: 4 Electric Pickup Trucks Driven Until They Died – Tesla, Ford, Rivian, Chevy Specs, New Battery and Heat Pump In addition to the exterior styling and some new features, the main talking point about the 2025 Rivian R1 models is the new battery and heat pump. The latter will be standard across the range. The battery will be a 92.5 kWh LFP unit instead of 105.9 kWh. This also results in a reduction of weight by 150 lbs (70 kg). LFP batteries will have a long-range, low cost and less use of rare earth minerals. There will be the option of choosing between either 20-inch or 22-inch alloy wheels. Finally, the AC compressor will be relocated to improve NVH (Noise, Vibrations, Harshness) levels. All this information surfaced courtesy of a leaked document a few days ago. Now the official EPA-estimated range figures will be available at a later stage. But the leaked documents mention a range of 380 miles (612 km) in the city and 322 miles (518 km) on the highway with 20-inch alloys. With the larger 22-inchers, however, this stat elevates to a rather enticing 405 miles (652 km) in the city and 340 miles (547 km) on the highway. Remember, Rivian EVs are now also eligible to use Tesla’s Supercharging network. It will continue to get the CCS port and the owners could access the Superchargers via an NACS adapter. You might also like: Rivian R3 Reminds Us Of Hyundai Ioniq 5, R2 Also Spotted Testing Learn Electric Cars Says The 2025 Rivian R1S SUV and R1T pickup truck are turning out to be exciting prepositions for a whole bunch of new potential EV buyers. They lock horns with the giants of the industry including the likes of the Tesla Cybetruck, Ford F-150 Lightning, GMC Hummer EV and Chevrolet Silverado EV. Hence, it makes sense for the American EV startup to keep its product range fresh. Also, the next step is toward the lower end of the market with products like the R3 and R2 in the pipeline. That will be the mass market strategy.
The American EV startup is adopting the orthodox method of boosting sales. In a bid to boost its Q2 sales, Rivian is offering enticing discounts on its R1T and R1S EVs. The California-based EV startup is evidently feeling the heat as the U.S. EV industry braces for a slowdown. However, to boast decent sales figures for Q2, Rivian is offering attractive offers on the existing inventory for 2023 and 2024 models of the R1T electric pickup truck and R1S three-row electric SUV. You might also like: 2025 Rivian R1 EVs To Get Heat Pump As Standard, New LFP Battery Discounts on Rivian R1T and R1S Note that the price cuts are applicable to the existing inventory both in the U.S. and Canada. A Drive Tesla Canada report highlights the specifics of this offer. Various price cuts are being offered on multiple versions of the R1T and R1S. These include: Rivian R1T Electric Pickup Truck Rivian R1S Electric SUV These are some pretty decent and sizeable discounts to reel new customers in. It is, sort of, becoming crucial to draw buyers in to ensure a decent quarter. Note that Rivian delivered a healthy 13,588 EVs in Q1 2024. While this marks a remarkable 71% growth on a year-on-year basis, it is still less than what it sold in the previous three quarters. Therefore, the EV startup wants to maximize its chances to close this quarter on a high. Regarding these price cuts, Rivian said, “Now is the time” to take advantage of the discounts of “approximately 20 per cent”. Remember these offers are valid on the existing inventory only. Apart from that, Rivian recently confirmed that it is partnering with Google on Google Cast and YouTube integration for its EVs. It will allow the drivers to stream high-definition video content with premium sound directly to their vehicles’ screens using a native YouTube app and Cast-enabled apps on their smartphones or tablets. You might also like: Rivian R3 Reminds Us Of Hyundai Ioniq 5, R2 Also Spotted Testing Learn Electric Cars Says The need to resort to the oldest trick in the book (price cuts) informs us that the atmosphere surrounding EV growth and sales is slightly concerning. Sure, it is not the end of the road for electric cars as most EV-haters would suggest. The overall sales are projected to keep growing. However, the pace at which the growth was anticipated will most likely be slow. This is true for the U.S. and China, the two biggest automobile markets on the planet. To know the specifics of what the exact scenario would be like this year, we shall have to wait.
The upcoming 2025 iterations of the R1 models (R1T and R1S) will bear exciting new components including a heat pump and a new LFP battery. The 2025 Rivian R1 models will come with an LFP (Lithium Iron Phosphate) battery along with a series of updates. The American EV startup has been gaining popularity among the masses for quite some time now. It wants to ensure that the models on sale remain fresh. That is critical to tackle the growing competition in this electric pickup truck space. This information stems from leaked certification documents. The release of the 2025 models might take place on June 27 (Investor Day). You might also like: 4 Electric Pickup Trucks Driven Until They Died – Tesla, Ford, Rivian, Chevy 2025 Rivian R1 To Get LFP Battery There is a slew of information in the leaked documents. Firstly, the standard battery size would be reduced from 105.9 kWh to 92.5 kWh. This will also lead to a reduction in weight by 150 lbs (70 kg). Furthermore, this battery will be available with LFP chemistry. These are low-density batteries with a long life, limited usage of rare earth minerals and low cost. Clearly, the American EV startup is focusing on maximizing profitability. Apart from the battery pack, the 2025 Rivian R1 dual-motor AWD models will also get the option of choosing between either 20-inch or 22-inch alloy wheels. Gone are the 21-inchers. The 22-inch wheels will be offered in two configurations – Aero and Performance. The fast charging capabilities will be 210 kW (similar to the current models). Furthermore, the AC compressor will be relocated to improve NVH (Noise, Vibrations, Harshness) levels. Also, heat pump will be standard across the range. The documents also mention that the 20-inch wheels will allow a range of 380 miles (612 km) in the city and 322 miles (518 km) on the highway. This number surges to a rather attractive 405 miles (652 km) in the city and 340 miles (547 km) on the highway with the 22-inchers. I must mention here that these stats were recorded on a rolling road and will be lower in the real world. Also, we have to wait for the official EPA tests for final range figures. Finally, we know that Rivian is now eligible to use Tesla’s Supercharging network. That is why it was considered that the 2025 models could come with NACS as standard from the factory. But that is not the case. It will continue to get the CCS port and the owners could access the Superchargers via an NACS adapter. You might also like: Rivian R3 Reminds Us Of Hyundai Ioniq 5, R2 Also Spotted Testing Learn Electric Cars Says After the arrival of the Tesla Cybetruck, the electric pickup truck category is experiencing fierce competition. Products like the Ford F-150 Lightning, GMC Hummer EV and Chevrolet Silverado EV are the prime rivals of the Rivian R1T. It makes sense to keep updating these models so that potential buyers can experience fresh updates from time to time. While there won’t be too many major changes to the 2025 Rivian R1 models, the incremental improvements will go a long way in ensuring customers’ interest.
The Q1 of 2024 showed some pretty interesting sales statistics with one electric pickup truck dominating the field. The Ford F-150 Lightning managed to outsell the next three electric pickup trucks combined for the first quarter of 2024. The F-150 has unequivocally been the highest-selling pickup truck in the U.S. for over 4 decades. These are some staggering facts. It sure seems like its electric counterpart is replicating that popularity in the eco-friendly mobility realm. It was able to decimate the competition which included the likes of Tesla Cybertruck, Rivian R1T, Chevrolet Silverado EV and GMC Hummer EV. You might also like: Tesla and BYD Have 34% Share of Global Q1 2024 EV Sales Ford F-150 Lightning Electric Pickup Dominates Sales Charts As per S&P Global Mobility data, Ford managed to register 8,589 units of the F-150 Lightning in Q1 of 2024. This marks a significant 51% growth in comparison to the same time last year. In total, Ford sold 20,223 EVs in Q1 of 2024 including 9,589 units of the Mustang Mach-E. Staying with electric pickup trucks, Tesla dispatched 1,791 units of its futuristic Cybertruck in this same time period. It is intriguing to witness how customers responded to the Cybertruck in the first few months of the launch. Social media has been full of reviews and incidents of people with the Cybertruck since its launch back in December. The other prominent player in this space is Rivian with its R1T pickup truck. In Q1 of 2024, the American startup sold 1,786 units of the R1T. Unfortunately, this marks a decline of 56% in sales in comparison to Q1 of 2023. Finally, the Chevrolet Silverado EV, despite its established success and popularity in the ICE guise, was only able to secure a rather disappointing 803 units in Q1 of 2024. Out of these, 319 came in March itself. Furthermore, the GMC Hummer EV sold only 192 units in March 2024. These statistics confirm the sheer dominance of the Ford F-150 Lightning despite the buzz created by the Cybertruck and others. Apparently, the familiar silhouette and legacy of the iconic truck still have its charm. Model Sales in Q1 2024 Ford F-150 Lightning 8,589 Tesla Cybertruck 1,791 Rivian R1T 1,786 Chevrolet Silverado EV 803 Sales of Electric Pickup Truck in Q1 of 2024 You might also like: Ford Will Have Hybrids In Every Segment – Ford CEO Jim Farley Learn Electric Cars Says This sales data reveals some pretty interesting trends in the EV industry in the U.S. While a lot of people, particularly outside the U.S., might think that Cybertruck has been insanely popular due to its social media presence, the sales charts show a different picture. The veteran F-150 moniker is reigning supreme even in this electric age. Going forward, there seem to be no reasons for a significant shift in this trend, at least in the near term. F-150 Lightning and Mustang Mach-E continue to rake in the numbers on the EV sales charts. It would be interesting to see how other international markets shape up once EVs face mass adoption. In any case, we shall keep an eye out for more such details in this regard.
Tesla Cybertruck, Ford F-150 Lightning, Rivian R1T and Chevrolet Silverado EV electric pickup trucks were put through their paces until they tapped out! 4 electric pickup trucks – Tesla Cybertruck, Ford F-150 Lightning, Rivian R1T and Chevrolet Silverado EV, were driven until they died. There is always a difference between the advertised range and the real-life range of EVs. In a bid to test which EV was the closest to the ideal range, a prominent automobile expert team decided to perform an intriguing experiment. Having the security of a mobile DC fast charger, they drove the EVs till the batteries got empty. The results were intriguing, to say the least. You might also like: Mercedes VISION EQXX Drives 1,010 km On Single Charge, Still Has 309 km Range Left 4 Electric Pickup Trucks Tested For Range This experiment comes from Out of Spec Reviews on YouTube. In order to make this test fair, there are some ground rules. These include: With these conditions, the test commenced from Welling, Colorado in the direction of Nebraska until the 55% SoC. With 55% battery, the drivers must turn around. Since they had a mobile DC charger, they stayed on the highway until the electric pickup trucks came to a complete halt. You might also like: All-New Audi Q6 e-tron Quattro Revealed With New Platform Time For Result After the entire journey, it was time for the results. The Tesla Cybertruck emerged victorious by over-achieving 304 miles (489 km) against the claimed 301 miles (484 km). On the other end of the spectrum, the Ford F-150 Lightning performed the worst, driving only for 282 miles (454 km) against the claimed range of 320 miles (515 km). Rivian was close to its advertised range by displaying 345 miles (555 km) against 352 miles (566 km). Lastly, the Chevy Silverado EV showcased a range of 434 miles (698 km), while its ideal range is 450 miles (724 km). Range Test Claimed Range Achieved Range Tesla Cybertruck 301 mi (484 km) 304 mi (489 km) Rivian R1T 352 mi (566 km) 345 mi (555 km) Chevrolet Silverado EV 450 mi (724 km) 434 mi (698 km) Ford F-150 Lightning 320 mi (515 km) 282 mi (454 km) Results 4 Electric Pickup Trucks – Specs The Tesla Cybertruck in this competition comes with a tri-motor AWD configuration. It runs on 35-inch all-terrain tires. On the other hand, the Rivian R1T has a dual-motor AWD non-performance setup with a larger battery. In essence, it is meant to demonstrate maximum range. Then we have the Ford F-150 Lightning also with the extended-range battery. Finally, the Chevy Silverado EV comes with a gargantuan 215 kWh battery pack, aimed at providing the maximum range. You might also like: Taycan Turbo GT Becomes The Most Powerful Porsche Ever Learn Electric Cars Says There are tons of moving variables while calculating the range of an electric car. But in order to compare the range figures of two EVs, it is imperative to define the rules and set some basic standards to which every EV must adhere. The YouTubers have taken great care to make this comparison as fair as possible. The aim is not to test the real-world range of the EVs but how close they are to their claimed range figures under ideal and similar circumstances.
The upcoming electric SUVs from Rivian have been out and about, creating a frenzy among the onlookers. Rivian unveiled the R2, R3 and R3X SUVs and they were seen testing on the streets soon after. The R2 and R3 will be underpinned by a new mid-size platform. While the R2 is a mid-size electric SUV, the R3 leans more toward the electric crossover demeanour. As an extension, the R3X will be the performance version of the regular R3 for on- and off-road scenarios. As per the latest sightings by netizens, the R2 could remind you slightly of the Hyundai Ioniq 5 in terms of the silhouette. The R2 is planned to go into production in the first half of 2026 at Rivian’s Normal, Illinois plant. The R3 will follow a few months thereafter. The price of the R2 will be around $45,000. Rivian is taking bookings for the R2 with a deposit of $100. You might also like: Rivian R1T Modified For Off-Road w/ 38-inch Tires, 350 mi Range Rivian R3 & R2 Spotted Testing There are many online forums and Instagram and X users who posted the upcoming Rivian electric vehicles being tested out on the road in the flesh. Even though the release is quite far away, the fact that Rivian is testing them sans camo on the roads hints at a timely production. The sharp cuts on the side and rear profiles of the R3 resemble those on the Hyundai Ioniq 5. In fact, the rear third quarter bears a familiar silhouette of the famed Korean EV too. That is not to say that the R3 doesn’t look Rivian. In fact, the overall design is unmistakably Rivian. Rivian R3 & R2 – Specifications Rivian has announced a few key details regarding the specifications of the upcoming R2, R3 and R3X. There will be three motor variants on offer – Single-Motor (RWD), Dual-Motor (AWD), and Tri-Motor (two motors in the rear and one in front). The most powerful configuration will propel the EV from 0 to 60 mph (97 km/h) in under 3 seconds. Furthermore, the battery will comprise an all-new 4695 cell which will deliver over 300 miles (483 km) of range on a single charge for both R2 and R3. In terms of charging, the R2 and R3 will be capable of DC fast charging using both NACS and CCS (with adapter) sockets. The time to charge from 10% to 80% will be less than 30 minutes. Specs Rivian R2 and R3 Variants Single-Motor (RWD), Dual-Motor (AWD), and Tri-Motor (AWD) Cell Specification All-new 4695 Range > 300 miles (483 km) Acc. (0-60 mph / 97 km/h) < 3 seconds DC Fast Charging 10% to 80% in less than 30 minutes Charger NACS and CCS (with adapter) Specs You might also like: After Ford & GM, Rivian Agrees to Use Tesla’s Supercharger Network Interior And Key Features The cabin will utilize sustainable materials for upholstery, seating and other areas. R2 will even come with the option of folding the first and second rows completely flat for gear, cargo or camping. Additionally, there will be the latest connectivity and storage facilities inside the cabin. To aid the active safety prowess of the EV, the R2 and R3 will possess 11 cameras, 5 radars, and a more powerful computing platform for enhanced autonomous capabilities. Over-the-air software updates will be available too. More details will emerge closer to the launch. Founder’s Note On the occasion of unveiling R2 and R3, Rivian Founder and CEO, RJ Scaringe commented, “I have never been more excited to launch new products – R2 and R3 are distinctly Rivian in terms of performance, capability, and usability, yet with pricing that makes them accessible to a lot of people. Our design and engineering teams are extremely focused on driving innovation into not only the product features but also our approach to manufacturing to achieve dramatically lower costs. R2 provides buyers starting in the $45,000 price range with a much-needed choice with a thoroughly developed technology platform that is bursting with personality. I can’t wait to get these to customers.” You might also like: 2024 Dodge Charger Daytona EV Breaks Cover, ICE Still Alive Learn Electric Cars Says With Rivian R1 already on sale, a need for a more affordable product was there in order to cater to the masses. The R2, with a $45,000 price tag, will be the perfect candidate to tap into that market segment. Mid-size SUVs will be the way forward to increase revenues and profits for the American EV giant. We shall keep an eye out for more details about these two new products as they emerge.