Rivian R2... BIG changes, production updates & self-driving clues!

Travis Ketchum • April 18, 2025
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This video covers big changes and updates to the Rivian R2 production as part of our Rivian news and reviews series. Subscribe to our channel if you want to learn more about Rivian and ev's. 👉 Get 500 points with my referral link! https://rivian.com/configurations/list?reprCode=TRAVIS4699411 Need help deciding which Rivian to get? I've built an AI tool to help guide you! (Takes less than 30 seconds) https://chatgpt.com/g/g-6806603e662c8191b1e5c44406742005-r1s-r1t-buyer-guide _______________________________________________ Home EV Charging Essentials 1. Best Wall-Connector : https://amzn.to/4clFgMU 2. Wall-Connector Pedestal : https://amzn.to/4lnfTyt Best Rivian Accessories 1. MagSafe Charging Pad - Gen1 & Gen2 : https://amzn.to/4hkmeHL 2. Screen Protectors (3 Pack) - R1T & R1S : https://amzn.to/4iD30OV 3. Backseat Pet Protector - R1T & R1S : https://amzn.to/41vpUAu 4. 2nd Row Tablet Mount - R1T & R1S : https://amzn.to/3E2jvVA 5. Paint Protection Film (R1T & R1S) - Bumper : https://amzn.to/4bEIhHU - Headlights : - Gen1 : https://amzn.to/4byWFBz - Gen2 : https://amzn.to/4bDWZPp - Hood : https://amzn.to/4kzqK86 - Door Entry : https://amzn.to/3FyOut5 - Door Handles : - Gen1 : https://amzn.to/41WGiKL - Gen2 : https://amzn.to/4iwfMPc - Pillars : https://amzn.to/4iyUFeP - Lower Doors : - R1T : https://amzn.to/3E2jHUO - Side Mirrors : - Gen1 : https://amzn.to/4bGKyCy - Gen2 : https://amzn.to/3FzW1I9 - Tailgate : - R1T : https://amzn.to/4c3WrCv - R1S : https://amzn.to/4210V8m 6. Mud Flaps - R1T & R1S : https://amzn.to/4bYGi17 7. Arm Rest Organizer - R1T & R1S : https://amzn.to/4c3WU7J 8. Magnetic Jack Pucks - R1T & R1S : https://amzn.to/4iE5igx 00:00 Intro 00:32 Feature Changes 01:32 What Made The Cut 03:23 Production Updates 04:14 Launch Edition? 04:53 Autonomy Clues Music from Apple Final Cut Pro News, video and photography credit to: Rivian X Rivian Community Reddit Rivian Community Rivian Owners Forum #Rivian #RivianUpdates #RivianSoftware

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