{"id":38369,"date":"2022-12-15T09:13:57","date_gmt":"2022-12-15T14:13:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/autosector.com\/?p=38369"},"modified":"2022-12-15T09:13:57","modified_gmt":"2022-12-15T14:13:57","slug":"rivians-software-update-boosts-range-r1s-more-in-r1t","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/autosector.com\/?p=38369","title":{"rendered":"Rivian&#8217;s latest software update boosts range of R1S and even more so in R1T"},"content":{"rendered":"<figure class=\"img-border featured-image\">\n\t\t<img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"skip-lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/electrek.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/12\/Rivian-Range-R1S.jpg?quality=82&amp;strip=all&amp;w=1400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/electrek.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/12\/Rivian-Range-R1S.jpg?w=320&amp;quality=82&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 320w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/electrek.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/12\/Rivian-Range-R1S.jpg?w=640&amp;quality=82&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 640w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/electrek.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/12\/Rivian-Range-R1S.jpg?w=1024&amp;quality=82&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/electrek.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/12\/Rivian-Range-R1S.jpg?w=1500&amp;quality=82&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 1500w\" width=\"1400\" height=\"700\" alt=\"Rivian Range\" fetchpriority=\"high\"\/><br \/>\n\t<\/figure>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/electrek.co\/guides\/rivian\/\">Rivian\u2019s<\/a> online configurator now reflects a myriad of changes for new customers, including the absence of previous add-on options like a full-size spare tire. On a positive note, those who own or purchase Rivian R1T or R1S with the AWD quad motor and large battery pack, should see an increase in range. Rivian fans rejoice, additional range is always welcomed news.<\/p>\n<p><span id=\"more-271837\"\/><ins class=\"adsbygoogle author_ad ad-container adsbygoogle author_ad hide-lg author-in-content\" data-ad-host=\"ca-host-pub-5506057612223327\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-8939143170397121\" data-ad-format=\"auto\"\/><\/p>\n<p>As American EV automaker Rivian entered the final financial quarter of this year, it was touting a <a href=\"https:\/\/electrek.co\/2022\/11\/09\/rivian-rivn-q3-2022-earnings-results\/\">67% expansion in production<\/a> of its two flagship models, on pace to hit its output goal of 25,000 units. This came as welcomed news as we\u2019ve watched the young automaker\u2019s assembly lines stumble at first while learning to optimize and scale.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s been less than a year and a half since Rivian began first deliveries of R1T, and the R1S has since joined the party. In Southern California, we are starting to see both models on roads more and more. Although Rivian has previously discontinued its Explore package, the lone Adventure package has still offered plenty of customizations and add-ons for consumers. Everything from the drive system, to battery size, and a myriad of add-ons to create an EV that\u2019s ideal for how you intend to use it.<\/p>\n<p>Up until recently, the Rivian large pack battery option offered 314 miles of estimated range in the R1T pickup, and 316 miles in the R1S. Now, a <a href=\"https:\/\/electrek.co\/2022\/10\/27\/latest-rivian-software-update-includes-kneel-mode-for-easier-entry-and-exit-by-lowering-evs-height\/\">recent software update<\/a> appears to have rolled out to current Rivian owners offering added range (at least for quad motor configurations). This is now reflected on <a href=\"https:\/\/rivian.com\/vehicle-studio\/r1s\">the automaker\u2019s site<\/a> for new customers as well. Have a look.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow aligncenter\" data-effect=\"slide\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_container swiper-container\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_swiper-wrapper swiper-wrapper\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"700\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-271840\" data-id=\"271840\" src=\"https:\/\/electrek.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/12\/Rivian-Range-R1T.jpg?quality=82&amp;strip=all&amp;w=1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/electrek.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/12\/Rivian-Range-R1T.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/electrek.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/12\/Rivian-Range-R1T.jpg?resize=150,75 150w, https:\/\/electrek.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/12\/Rivian-Range-R1T.jpg?resize=300,150 300w, https:\/\/electrek.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/12\/Rivian-Range-R1T.jpg?resize=768,384 768w, https:\/\/electrek.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/12\/Rivian-Range-R1T.jpg?resize=1024,512 1024w, https:\/\/electrek.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/12\/Rivian-Range-R1T.jpg?resize=350,175 350w, https:\/\/electrek.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/12\/Rivian-Range-R1T.jpg?resize=140,70 140w, https:\/\/electrek.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/12\/Rivian-Range-R1T.jpg?resize=290,145 290w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\">\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1400\" height=\"700\" alt=\"Rivian Range\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-271841\" data-id=\"271841\" src=\"https:\/\/electrek.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/12\/Rivian-Range-R1S-Config.jpg?quality=82&amp;strip=all&amp;w=1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/electrek.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/12\/Rivian-Range-R1S-Config.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/electrek.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/12\/Rivian-Range-R1S-Config.jpg?resize=150,75 150w, https:\/\/electrek.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/12\/Rivian-Range-R1S-Config.jpg?resize=300,150 300w, https:\/\/electrek.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/12\/Rivian-Range-R1S-Config.jpg?resize=768,384 768w, https:\/\/electrek.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/12\/Rivian-Range-R1S-Config.jpg?resize=1024,512 1024w, https:\/\/electrek.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/12\/Rivian-Range-R1S-Config.jpg?resize=350,175 350w, https:\/\/electrek.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/12\/Rivian-Range-R1S-Config.jpg?resize=140,70 140w, https:\/\/electrek.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/12\/Rivian-Range-R1S-Config.jpg?resize=290,145 290w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_button-prev swiper-button-prev swiper-button-white\" role=\"button\"\/><a class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_button-next swiper-button-next swiper-button-white\" role=\"button\"\/><a aria-label=\"Pause Slideshow\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_button-pause\" role=\"button\"\/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"h-both-quad-motor-rivian-evs-see-decent-range-increases\">Both quad motor Rivian EVs see decent range increases<\/h2>\n<p>As pointed out by reddit user <em>u\/sdaws<\/em> in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.reddit.com\/r\/Rivian\/comments\/zmaz3t\/did_range_just_increase\/?utm_source=share&amp;utm_medium=web2x&amp;context=3\">r\/Rivian community<\/a>, the automaker\u2019s configurator pages for both the R1S and R1T show added range. Furthermore, the models have flipped flopped in terms of which EV can go further on the same size wheels (21\u2033).<\/p>\n<p>The R1T now shows 328 miles of range for the quad motor large pack configuration (a 14 mile increase), while the R1S now shows 321 miles of electric range (up 5 miles). What\u2019s more interesting, is that Rivian\u2019s configurator has removed any range estimates for the dual motor, large pack configurations on either EV. Previous range estimates were 320+ miles for both the dual motor R1T and R1S. <\/p>\n<p>Whether we see boosts in range to those configurations as well remains uncertain, but it\u2019s a strong possibility given the increased efficiency that appears to be rolling out <a href=\"https:\/\/electrek.co\/2022\/06\/07\/over-the-air-updates-how-does-each-ev-automaker-compare\/\">over the air<\/a>. The community also pointed out that a Rivian software update <a href=\"http:\/\/v\">earlier this month<\/a> mentioned the following, which could be the reasoning for the improvements:<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\" readability=\"9\">\n<p>Improved battery longevity, battery durability, and regenerative braking performance. Also enhanced regen availability, and you can use regen for longer durations.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>Aside from the welcomed performance improvements, Rivian fans are less psyched that Rivian has removed nearly all of its add-on accessories from its EV configurator. This includes options like a spare tire, cargo crossbars, and <a href=\"https:\/\/electrek.co\/2022\/09\/02\/rivian-update-includes-camp-mode\/\">the camping tent.<\/a> <\/p>\n<p>Rivian has previously been public about removing some accessories like its camp kitchen, <a href=\"https:\/\/electrek.co\/2022\/10\/22\/rivian-rivn-tells-reservation-holders-it-is-halting-powered-tonneau-cover-production-to-redesign-it\/\">tonneau cover,<\/a> and gear tunnel rack, as they get revamped designs, but some of the other accessories appear to have simply left the configurator and moved to the <a href=\"https:\/\/rivian.com\/gear-shop\">Gear Shop<\/a>. Here\u2019s two emails recently sent to reservation holders:<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignwide size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1400\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/electrek.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/12\/Rivian-range-emails.jpg?quality=82&amp;strip=all&amp;w=1024\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-271883\" srcset=\"https:\/\/electrek.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/12\/Rivian-range-emails.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/electrek.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/12\/Rivian-range-emails.jpg?resize=150,75 150w, https:\/\/electrek.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/12\/Rivian-range-emails.jpg?resize=300,150 300w, https:\/\/electrek.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/12\/Rivian-range-emails.jpg?resize=768,384 768w, https:\/\/electrek.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/12\/Rivian-range-emails.jpg?resize=1024,512 1024w, https:\/\/electrek.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/12\/Rivian-range-emails.jpg?resize=350,175 350w, https:\/\/electrek.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/12\/Rivian-range-emails.jpg?resize=140,70 140w, https:\/\/electrek.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/12\/Rivian-range-emails.jpg?resize=290,145 290w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\"\/><\/figure>\n<p>We\u2019ve asked Rivian for clarity on the range increases and the missing accessories, and will update the information above when as hear back.<\/p>\n<div class=\"ad-disclaimer-container\" readability=\"6.3518518518519\">\n<p class=\"disclaimer-affiliate\"><em>FTC: We use income earning auto affiliate links.<\/em> <a href=\"https:\/\/electrek.co\/about\/#affiliate\">More.<\/a><\/p>\n<p><!-- post ad --><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Rivian\u2019s online configurator now reflects a myriad of changes for new customers, including the absence of previous add-on options like a full-size spare tire. On a positive note, those who own or purchase Rivian R1T or R1S with the AWD quad motor and large battery pack, should see an increase in range. Rivian fans rejoice, [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":8313,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"site-sidebar-layout":"default","site-content-layout":"","ast-site-content-layout":"default","site-content-style":"default","site-sidebar-style":"default","ast-global-header-display":"","ast-banner-title-visibility":"","ast-main-header-display":"","ast-hfb-above-header-display":"","ast-hfb-below-header-display":"","ast-hfb-mobile-header-display":"","site-post-title":"","ast-breadcrumbs-content":"","ast-featured-img":"","footer-sml-layout":"","ast-disable-related-posts":"","theme-transparent-header-meta":"","adv-header-id-meta":"","stick-header-meta":"","header-above-stick-meta":"","header-main-stick-meta":"","header-below-stick-meta":"","astra-migrate-meta-layouts":"default","ast-page-background-enabled":"default","ast-page-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"ast-content-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"footnotes":""},"categories":[4],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-38369","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-e-cars"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"http:\/\/autosector.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/38369","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"http:\/\/autosector.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"http:\/\/autosector.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/autosector.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/autosector.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=38369"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"http:\/\/autosector.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/38369\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/autosector.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/8313"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"http:\/\/autosector.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=38369"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/autosector.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=38369"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/autosector.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=38369"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}