Chris Hilbert
@Hilbe
Rivian R1T/R1S and Chevy Bolt owner. Tech geek and father of 5. I 3D print things. Opinions are my own. Rivian Referral http://hilbereferral.com / CHRIS1332989
**Rivian 2026 Model Year Inventory Update** Rivian has dropped a bunch of model year 2026 inventory on the R1 Shop! R1S: rivian.com/configurations… R1T: rivian.com/configurations…
The site features six fast chargers, including a trailer-friendly pull-through charger and is open 24/7 to all EVs. (CCS and NACS connectors) NACS RAN!?!?!?
By request, here are all my pictures of the Rivian R2 body on white from the factory. See anything interesting?
Guess the hp/torque specs of R2 Launch Edition. The Maximus motor in R2 is a Gen 2 version of the Enduro motor used in R1. In R1, Enduro-based Dual Motor is 533 hp/610 ft lb torque and Performance Dual Motor is 665 hp/829 ft lbs torque.
Spot the error in the Rivian Gen 2 owners guide. Page 392 on both R1T and R1S. P.S. I notified them already.
Based on Rivian unveiling the new R1 model year in June 2 years in a row now - model year 2025 in June 2024 and model year 2026 in June 2025 - can we expect a model year 2027 announcement in June of 2026? The reason I ask is because the timing would be right after R2 customer…
Rivian Begins Construction on First Quebec Service Centre Source: connectcre.ca/stories/rivian…
Sticking with January estimate of R2 configurations/pricing. We might get some details on the options earlier, but actually seeing the cost comes just-in-time. Expect a Launch Edition like Gen 2 Quad where Rivian only has to make a few higher margin configurations.
When do we get to start configuring these bad boys? Got two….
Fun Fact: These wagons have Rivian wheels on them. The funny part is that Rivian put badging on the back to the left of the staircase. The badge says R1W in an R1T/R1S style. Yep, it's an R1 Wagon.
Rivian families and friends gathered for the fourth annual Family & Friends Day at the plant in Normal, IL on Sunday, July 13. The free event featured over 20 vendors and activities. Link: stories.rivian.com/normal-family-…
You can see the R2 body on white in the background. Also, pictures/video exists of @RivianUpdates racing around on these trikes at the plant. 😂😂😂 He was under the age limit. 💀💀💀
Rivian families and friends gathered for the fourth annual Family & Friends Day at the plant in Normal, IL on Sunday, July 13. The free event featured over 20 vendors and activities. Link: stories.rivian.com/normal-family-…
Rivian families and friends gathered for the fourth annual Family & Friends Day at the plant in Normal, IL on Sunday, July 13. The free event featured over 20 vendors and activities. Link: stories.rivian.com/normal-family-…
Who's that at 49 seconds? My dudes!
Look who made it on the video! @RivianUpdates @djfrerichs @Hilbe linkedin.com/posts/rivian_r…
I told you guys, the paint and interior upgrades alone make the Launch Edition a better value!
You can now order non-Launch Edition Gen 2 Quad. h/t: @JoshEAllen
Rivian creates so many jobs both directly and indirectly in Normal. h/t: @brewski77 Link: 25newsnow.com/2025/07/21/new…
You can now order non-Launch Edition Gen 2 Quad. h/t: @JoshEAllen
A couple hooks, a ratchet strap, and a slap on top while saying “that isn’t going anywhere”. Level and double secured. Waiting its next adventure.
Turns out the Yakima tent is heavy in the back. An extra hook and bungee cords and we are separated/secured.