I gave Rivian 1 year to fix their worst mistakes... here's what happened.

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I gave Rivian 1 year to fix their worst mistakes: the terrible sound system, frustrating service issues, and buggy software. Here's exactly what changed after 14,000 miles of real ownership. Thanks to VION for sponsoring this video. Use code: "TRAVIS" for a 10% discount. R1S & R1T Sunshades: https://crtrlnk.co/uFpkzCF R1S & R1T Air Filters: https://crtrlnk.co/Frn6kCQ Resources 📚: 👉 Get up to 500 points + 3 months charging with my referral link! https://crtrlnk.co/N8ticwE Want a weekly Rivian Recap newsletter? Join me here : https://crtrlnk.co/aApreem Rivian Lease Deal Calculator👇: https://crtrlnk.co/xB0Cvj5 Rivian Range Calculator 🪫: https://crtrlnk.co/t6G18kR Rivian Lease vs Buy Comparison 𐄷: https://crtrlnk.co/B7Bcidi _______________________________________________ Great Services for your Rivian Rivian Roamer : https://crtrlnk.co/nHR47sy Home EV Charging Essentials 1. Best Wall-Connector : https://crtrlnk.co/RWgwZXe 2. Wall-Connector Pedestal : https://crtrlnk.co/IsHJNFl Charging Adapters (CSS) 1. NACS to CCS (Fast Charging) : https://crtrlnk.co/rKFxbHu 2. Level 2 Tesla to J1772 (Destination & Home) : https://crtrlnk.co/33Zil7G Charging Adapter (NACS) 1. CCS to NACS (Fast Charging) : https://crtrlnk.co/nXhyMAG 2. J1772 to NACS (Destination & Home) : https://crtrlnk.co/s0Fj9SM Best Rivian Accessories 1. MagSafe Charging Pad - Drop-in Magsafe : https://crtrlnk.co/1hng6vJ - Integrated Magsafe : https://crtrlnk.co/12H10VX 2. Screen Protectors (3 Pack) - R1T & R1S : https://crtrlnk.co/zK66NOQ 3. Backseat Pet Protector - R1T & R1S : https://crtrlnk.co/Svga1il 4. 2nd Row Tablet Mount - R1T & R1S : https://crtrlnk.co/RkmJT7y 5. 2TB Security Camera SSD - R1T & R1S : https://crtrlnk.co/MjnNg82 6. Right Angle USB-C Adapter - R1T & R1S : https://crtrlnk.co/FmKwxna 7. Sunshades : https://crtrlnk.co/uFpkzCF 8. Air Filters : https://crtrlnk.co/Frn6kCQ 9. Mud Flaps - R1T & R1S : https://crtrlnk.co/LsFbrAI 10. Arm Rest Organizer - R1T & R1S : https://crtrlnk.co/mvQ4UpA 11. Magnetic Jack Pucks - R1T & R1S : https://crtrlnk.co/NuHvY29 12. Center Tray Organizer and Drink Holder - Gen1 : https://crtrlnk.co/dBunlfu - Gen2 : https://crtrlnk.co/lvUw7pX 13. RV 30amp Adapter - R1T & R1S : https://crtrlnk.co/7nuoJQ6 14. Exped Megamat Auto - R1S : https://crtrlnk.co/cStSIKK Recording & Software 1. Desk Camera - Sony a6600 : https://crtrlnk.co/HuBGELB 2. Lens - Sigma 16 f/1.4 : https://crtrlnk.co/PpWI7mH 3. HDMI Capture Card - Elgato CamLink 4k : https://crtrlnk.co/qcXqutF 4. Desk Microphone - Shure SM7B (but you should get SM7dB): https://crtrlnk.co/mK0mnzi 5. Key Light - Neewer CB300C : https://crtrlnk.co/tYnGs8C - Light Stand : https://crtrlnk.co/LhXbr2W - Softbox : https://crtrlnk.co/ThSdJHi 6. Accent Lights - Neewer TL120C (x2) : https://crtrlnk.co/MMtFR9h 7. Teleprompter - Elgato Teleprompter : https://crtrlnk.co/WGdK2fH 8. Mobile Camera - DJI Osmo Pocket 3 : https://crtrlnk.co/fQAjT00 9. Action Cameras - DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro (x2) : https://crtrlnk.co/gNRMPU6 10. Wireless Mics - DJI Mic Mini : https://crtrlnk.co/fRGCQa6 - DJI Mic 2 : https://crtrlnk.co/4SyR8dT Starlink Mini & Accessories 1. Starlink Mini (1-month free service) : https://crtrlnk.co/OiTc9v4 2. Starlink Mini Suction Cup Mount : https://crtrlnk.co/XAfLm2j 3. Starlink Mini 12v Adapter : https://crtrlnk.co/nUFc6mu DISCLAIMER: I participate in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for me to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites. Other links to third-party products and services may also be affiliate links. Music from Apple Final Cut Pro News, video and photography credit to: Rivian X Rivian Community Reddit Rivian Community Rivian Owners Forum Chapters 🎬: 00:00 Intro 00:33 Why Rivian 02:23 The Spec 05:11 Tech & Software 12:49 Sound System 15:51 Charging & Range 21:22 Interior Build Quality 23:04 Exterior Build Quality 25:01 Ride & Handling 27:02 Size & Pet Comfort Mode 29:26 Service Update 33:43 Recalls 34:54 Autonomy 38:32 Do it again? 43:27 Conclusion