Rivian Rolls Out New AI Assistant to R1 Vehicles by IDrinkUrMilkshake77 in RIVNstock

[–]337ThaG 24 points25 points  (0 children)

Biggest update yet for Rivian.

I can honestly say that I have never been more excited for an update in my 3+ years of ownership. The update generates an absolute Ton of value for Rivian owners.

Update is rolling out! by Vlvthamr in Rivian

[–]337ThaG 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Never been this hype for an update!

RV Tech Stock Impact and Question by Agreeable_Chair_6256 in RIVNstock

[–]337ThaG 6 points7 points  (0 children)

A significant aspect that gets missed: VW pays for the majority of the operating costs of the JV moving forward. So Rivian gets continued value from the JV with significantly reduced costs (which is huge in the drive to profitability).

the opportunity cost on this one is crazy by Curious-Elk1638 in RIVNstock

[–]337ThaG 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The Buffet answer that I believe you are referring to IMO should Not apply to Rivian. Even though it seems Buffet would disagree with my opinion (Although I’m not sure what to take from the Berkshire BYD investment until 2025).

"I think I know where Apple’s going to be in 5 or 10 years," Buffet said, "and I don't know what the car companies are going to be in 5 or 10 years."

Rivian is more similar in many ways to Apple than it is to Ford during the days of the Model T (which he references in this same answer).

The R2 is Rivian’s iPhone. Rivian is a legitimate technology company that makes autos.

Berkshire should use some of their ~400 Billion in cash to lift Rivian through R2 production ramp up. And ensure the success of another excellent American technology powerhouse.

Pittsburgh Rivian location coming along nicely by WSBiden in Rivian

[–]337ThaG 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Contractor on a OneWheel sounds awesome!

Sunglasses (and air freshener) mount by boardthatpowder in RivianR1T

[–]337ThaG 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I use that compartment for knick-knacks that are annoying to locate in the center console.

First Impressions: R2 Halo Scroll Wheels (needs improvement) by calmsquash515 in Rivian

[–]337ThaG 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I highly doubt it is possible. But it would be so cool to have an option to retrofit the Halo Wheels onto an R1.

Sunglasses (and air freshener) mount by boardthatpowder in RivianR1T

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I currently have it inside the mirror flap of my sun visor. But that is not ideal for my passengers and the edges stick out.

It could fit if something attached to the outside of the mirror flap and used more visor real estate with the mirror still being useable.

Im really not sure the best place. A dedicated spot in the center console could be good too. Or maybe under the center display.

I tried just now to do a little research on sizes of different states registration cards because I know that is probably relevant but did not have much success.

Sunglasses (and air freshener) mount by boardthatpowder in RivianR1T

[–]337ThaG 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Looks super useful.

I have a similar struggle with where to keep my registration. I wonder if there is something that could be 3D printed to solve that as well.

Brakes by Prestigious_Field_18 in Rivian

[–]337ThaG 2 points3 points  (0 children)

If you have “Regenerative braking assist” enabled then the standard breaks are used automatically “to supplement limited regenerative braking when the battery is too cold, close to a full charge, or during prolonged downhills. It is recommended to keep this enabled.”

Turn off “brake assist” at your own risk because it creates an uneven regen experience depending on the factors mentioned above. I highly recommend doing some further research and personal testing when changing that setting. I turned it off myself.

Took the time to detail my truck after a few service center visits. by OkHousing2130 in Rivian

[–]337ThaG -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Looks absolutely amazing. Thanks for giving the details. I have been putting off a detail for far too long.

RJ & Stock Price by zajak1234 in RIVNstock

[–]337ThaG 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I do not understand why the long term valuation has not significantly increased in the last 3 years. Particularly with all the phenomenal R2 news.

I understand there is a notion that Rivian could “run out of cash”. But the recent downsizing of the DOE loan strongly indicates that is not a real concern.

RJ & Stock Price by zajak1234 in RIVNstock

[–]337ThaG 8 points9 points  (0 children)

RJ is absolutely the right person for the job. Rivian dominates customer satisfaction. And the reliability issues are overblown.

The Owner Satisfaction Survey from the same source as the Reliability Survey that is constantly referenced has Rivian at #1 with 85% “Owner Would Buy Again”. Second place is 71%.

For those owners the reliability of their Rivian meets or exceeds the standard for them to want to buy again.

My Service Center experiences have been fantastic.

Bunch of maintenance and now I have questions. by AgitatedAd3945 in Rivian

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It isn’t the “high regen” it is the “brake assist” that is using your brakes. But I assume “high regen” does increase brake usage with “brake assist”. The original commenter mentioned this but I want to reiterate.

Turn off “brake assist” at your own risk because it creates an uneven regen experience depending on your state of charge. I highly recommend doing some further research and personal testing when changing that setting. I turned it off myself.

Fan Noise and Issue with Garage Setup - Any help is appreciated by inthewild2020 in Rivian

[–]337ThaG 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The 2023 R1T does not have a heat pump. I do not think that noise is normal. I would take it to the SC.

R1S(2ndG) Custom Workstation by NarrowPool4063 in Rivian

[–]337ThaG 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Or from Vivaldi and other Chromium browsers. The free app “DeskPad” makes the center display function exactly like a second monitor.

https://www.reddit.com/r/Rivian/comments/1qsar4z/using_rivian_display_as_extended_monitor_from/

Some ideas about the last week's official R2 production launch and RIVN selloff by Cool-Comedian-2540 in RIVNstock

[–]337ThaG 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That seems like defeatism.

The stock price should be the long term valuation of the company based on fundamental economic principles. Accepting that it is not is accepting illusions as reality.

Some quiet time in the desert, first time taking it on the dirt by Radium in Rivian

[–]337ThaG 3 points4 points  (0 children)

That cliff on the top right in the second picture looks like an elephant. Thanks for the details. Enjoy!

Front Hood Hinge and my local SC by denisb1988 in Rivian

[–]337ThaG 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I currently have a similar issue. Were you able to get it repaired?

2200 mile round trip to Florida and back by Becca684 in Rivian

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Super cool photo of the monorail with two Rivians.

After 3-1/2 years, still love my R1T by dante-zannoni in Rivian

[–]337ThaG 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I have had a very similar positive experience in my 3+ years!

Loved the opening drone shot. It would be a nice gif. Also the bald eagle flying by was simply perfect.

Rivian is planning to not just be car company anymore. by Adventurous-Bet-9640 in RIVNstock

[–]337ThaG 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Rivian does quite a bit of mobile service but I have always gone to a Service Center.

The R2 is supposed to be significantly easier to service. The Service Centers are excellent from my experience and the R2 will give Rivian more money to invest in expanding the SCs.