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NHTSA Launches First Lighting Rulemaking in 25 Years to Address Glare
regulation2 days ago

NHTSA Launches First Lighting Rulemaking in 25 Years to Address Glare

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has announced a modernization of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 108, governing vehicle lighting. This is the first negotiated rulemaking for lighting in over 25 years, aiming to balance safety with new technology adoption. The agency will convene a committee of up to 18 stakeholders to review glare, LED standards, and international harmonization. Public comments are due by November 9, 2026. While consumer frustration over glare is high, crash data shows glare contributes to a small percentage of nighttime accidents.

via Road & Track|
#fmvss-108#glare#headlights
Rivian Q3 Deliveries Surge 45% as R2 Launch Defies EV Market Decline
business7 days ago

Rivian Q3 Deliveries Surge 45% as R2 Launch Defies EV Market Decline

Rivian reported a 45% increase in third-quarter vehicle deliveries, reaching 19,248 units, driven by the launch of its more affordable R2 model. Production rose 85% year-over-year to 19,751 vehicles at its Normal, Illinois facility. The company reaffirmed its full-year 2026 guidance of 65,000 to 70,000 deliveries. This growth stands in contrast to the broader electric vehicle market, which saw a 24% decline in sales following the elimination of the federal tax credit. While Rivian’s stock initially dipped due to market expectations, it subsequently rose 4% as investors reacted to the strong delivery numbers and reaffirmed outlook.

via theverge.com|
#business#electric-vehicles#market-analysis
Rivian Beats Q3 Delivery Targets as R2 Launch Drives 46% Growth
business7 days ago

Rivian Beats Q3 Delivery Targets as R2 Launch Drives 46% Growth

Rivian reported third-quarter vehicle deliveries of 19,248 units, exceeding Wall Street estimates and marking a 46% year-over-year increase. The company reaffirmed its 2026 delivery guidance of 65,000 to 70,000 vehicles, citing strong momentum from the new R2 SUV. While the broader US electric vehicle market faces headwinds, Rivian’s production ramp at its Normal, Illinois facility has accelerated, with Q3 production reaching 19,751 units. Analysts note that achieving full-year targets requires a significant fourth-quarter surge, though the introduction of the R2 Performance trim supports this trajectory despite delays in advanced driver-assistance features.

via CNBC|
#business#electric-vehicles#q3-earnings
US Automakers Begin Rolling Out Adaptive Headlights After Decade-Long Regulatory Delay
technology9 days ago

US Automakers Begin Rolling Out Adaptive Headlights After Decade-Long Regulatory Delay

Adaptive driving beams (ADBs) are finally reaching US roads, allowing vehicles to dim specific LED segments to avoid blinding oncoming drivers while maintaining full illumination elsewhere. This technology, common in Europe and Asia for years, was delayed in the US until the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) updated lighting rules in 2022. Automakers like Rivian, Tesla, and Audi are now integrating the feature, though widespread adoption is hindered by strict US performance standards and software complexity. The system aims to improve night visibility, a critical issue given that half of traffic deaths occur at night despite only a quarter of driving happening after dark.

via techspot.com|
#adaptive-driving-beams#automotive-safety#nhtsa-regulations
RivianOS 2.0 Arrives on the R1T/R1S With 2026.31 Refresh
technology1 month ago

RivianOS 2.0 Arrives on the R1T/R1S With 2026.31 Refresh

Rivian is rolling out 2026.31 to the R1T and R1S (Gen 1 and Gen 2), delivering RivianOS 2.0 with a full UI redesign including a new left dock, revamped music/climate interfaces, a weather app, and Waze integration with police and speed camera alerts, plus a negative state-of-charge readout. No autonomy updates—it's a visual/performance upgrade that reportedly speeds the system, and it brings R1 in parity with the R2. The rollout starts today in phases, with Connect+ subscribers prioritized.

via RivianTrackr|
#r1s#r1t#rivian
Rivian Dips as Credits Fade, Pushing the H2 Delivery Ramp to the Test
business1 month ago

Rivian Dips as Credits Fade, Pushing the H2 Delivery Ramp to the Test

Rivian’s stock is down about 25% year-to-date as $164 million of regulatory credits that aided first-half margins are set to vanish in H2 2026. The company must deliver roughly 42,400–47,400 vehicles in the second half to meet its 65,000–70,000 annual target, with the Normal plant’s second shift not contributing until Q4. The removal of credits is the main driver of a steeper H2 EBITDA loss, even as the R2 ramp continues and some costs improve. Autonomy+ revenue remains unproven, and investors will watch Q3 results to see if automotive gross profit turns positive without credits and whether the delivery ramp can offset the credit decline.

via 24/7 Wall St.|
#business#ebitda#ev
Tesla Edges Rivian in Night Drive Self-Driving Test
technology1 month ago

Tesla Edges Rivian in Night Drive Self-Driving Test

Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) outperformed Rivian’s Autonomy+ in CNBC’s head‑to‑head test, especially on unmarked roads and in darkness; Rivian’s system, which requires painted lines and costs about $50/month (or $2,500 to own), lags Tesla on non‑highway and point‑to‑point driving. Neither system is fully autonomous or approved for hands‑free driving, and regulatory approval is still years away, with Chinese autonomous vehicles currently blocked from the US by tariffs.

via 24/7 Wall St.|
#autonomy#fsd#rivian
Rivian’s Autonomy+ challenges Tesla FSD, but city driving gaps persist
technology1 month ago

Rivian’s Autonomy+ challenges Tesla FSD, but city driving gaps persist

Rivian’s Autonomy+ shows strong highway hands-free driving and safety guardrails, pursuing parity with Tesla FSD, but nonhighway and city driving remain behind; Rivian plans lidar and point-to-point driving later, while Tesla already handles city streets in many cases; both require drivers to stay alert, with Rivian priced at $49.99/month or $2,500 upfront and Tesla at $99/month.

via CNBC|
#adas#auto-industry#autonomous-driving
Rivian Aims for 2027 Full Point-to-Point Autonomy
technology1 month ago

Rivian Aims for 2027 Full Point-to-Point Autonomy

Rivian outlined an Autonomy+ roadmap indicating point-to-point assisted driving will roll out in limited form later this year and expand to all owners by 2027, with the system remaining an eyes-on, driver-supervised setup. The company cites a shorter gap between Universal Hands Free and Point-to-Point, the Large Driving Model, and fleet miles behind the scenes as reasons for the timeline. The update also adds Lane Change on Command to all roads and displays traffic signals, signs, and cones on the driver screen, but details on who gets access first, target vehicles, or geographic rollout remain unclear.

via RivianTrackr|
#autonomy#point-to-point#rivian
Rivian Adds Optional Captain's Chairs to R1S, Expands Six-Seat Config for 2027 Refresh
automotive1 month ago

Rivian Adds Optional Captain's Chairs to R1S, Expands Six-Seat Config for 2027 Refresh

Rivian's 2027 refresh for the R1T and R1S retools trims and adds second-row captain's chairs to the R1S, enabling six or seven-seat layouts. Pricing starts at $85,885 for the R1S and $81,885 for the R1T (including destination), with EPA ranges unchanged at up to 410 miles for the R1S and 420 miles for the R1T. The six-seat setup lifts the price by roughly $4,000–$6,000 depending on trim and interior color; the captain's chairs slide, tilt, and fold flat and are heated with individual cup holders, while the bench seat remains limited to certain trims. A new Esker Silver color debuts, and a standard 20-inch wheel arrives on the R1T (optional on Performance).

via The Drive|
#automotive#captains-chairs#r1s
Rivian adds optional captain’s chairs to the R1S in 2027 refresh with up to $4,500 extra
transportation1 month ago

Rivian adds optional captain’s chairs to the R1S in 2027 refresh with up to $4,500 extra

Rivian will add second-row captain’s chairs to the R1S as part of the 2027 model-year refresh. To get them you must buy the Sound and Vision package for $2,500 (which also includes a glass roof and audio). The captain’s chairs themselves cost $1,500 with the Black Mountain interior or $2,000 with the Ocean interior, meaning the final seating upgrade can add up to $4,500. The existing second-row bench option remains for seven-seat configurations.

via The Verge|
#2027-model-year#captains-chairs#pricing
Rivian's R2 road test signals a turning point for the EV maker
autos2 months ago

Rivian's R2 road test signals a turning point for the EV maker

Rivian’s high-stakes midsize EV, the R2, is designed to scale the company toward profitability with a cheaper, high-volume platform. In road tests, the Performance model delivers 656 hp and 609 lb-ft for a 0–60 around 3.6 seconds, while its semiactive dampers provide a notably smooth, composed ride. The EPA rates range at 330 miles from an 88-kWh pack, with real-world figures around 250–300 miles; charging uses a Tesla-compatible NACS port—10% to 80% in under 30 minutes. The interior feels premium for the price, but the lack of Apple CarPlay is a drawback. Pricing starts near $57,990 (about $61k as tested). If the R2 can scale, it could finally deliver profitability and volume for Rivian beyond its acclaimed but costly R1-series offerings.

via Yahoo Finance|
#autos#ev#r2
business2 months ago

Rivian's Margin Comeback Hinged on Per-Vehicle Cost Decline

Rivian's best-case scenario rests on fading ramp costs per vehicle as volume grows. Q2 2026 consolidated margins improved to 11% with the auto segment narrowing losses, but per-vehicle COGS remains about $88,400 after excluding roughly $8,200 of ramp-related charges. With 2026 deliveries guided to 65,000–70,000 and a plan to boost output via a second shift, management targets a positive automotive gross profit by Q4 2026. Achieving that milestone would unlock margin leverage; missing it would leave the ramp to be funded by cash and new equity, making the stock's value highly contingent on this single quarter.

via Trefis|
#automotive#business#cost-per-vehicle