After several rumors, Rivian has launched its owner referral program called Rivian Rewards. Currently, US-based Rivian owners can find a personalized referral code in their profile section of the website or the Rivian app.
Rivian has created an excellent referral program that encourages owners to talk about and share their experiences with the brand and their vehicles.
Although the program is currently limited to U.S. owners, Canadian owners will be able to gain access to Rivian Rewards in early 2025, according to Rivian.
Rewards
When an owner shares their code, the person being referred will be able to use it when purchasing an R1 vehicle through the R1 Shop. Once the vehicle is delivered, both the referrer and the referee will get rewards.
The referral code has to be used in the checkout phase of the order – Rivian has confirmed that they cannot apply referrals to orders that have already been placed or are currently in progress.
So, if you’ve already put your order in, sadly, you won’t be able to get the referral benefit unless you cancel and re-create your order, which could have other financial implications.
Reward
Referrer
Referee (Buyer)
750 Reward Points
Yes
Yes
6 months RAN Charging
Yes
Yes
The rewards are simple to understand – both individuals get 750 reward points, and both also receive 6 months of free charging at Rivian Adventure Networks.
There is a cap on the RAN charging – you can only stockpile up to 36 months of free charging. The charging reward is also bound to the original vehicle owner – if you sell your Rivian, the free charging will not transfer. However, if you do buy another Rivian, you can get your free RAN charging transferred to the new vehicle.
Dollars vs Points
Rivian’s Reward Points are usable on a $1=1 point basis in Rivian’s Gear Shop. Additionally, you can also use the points towards a future vehicle purchase through the R1 Shop. Technically, it's possible to get a Rivian for almost free since there is no limit on the number of referrals you can earn. You just can’t redeem reward points against taxes, fees, and the vehicle deposit.
Rivian says that the current program and point system will run through at least the end of 2024, at which point they reserve the right to alter the program if needed.
Rivian Event Invite
One of the unique rewards for the launch of the Rivian Rewards program is an invite-only experience with Team Rivian. Rivian is offering the first 100 owners with 25 referrals a special invite to spend a 3-day retreat with food, adventure, and connections with Team Rivian. This is an awesome bonus for Rivian’s best brand ambassadors and provides them with a unique experience that they couldn’t have gotten any other way. We’re happy to see Rivian paying back to their community in this way and look forward to what else they’ve got up their sleeves.
Keep adventuring and referring folks!
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When purchasing a new Dual Motor Rivian, you might have considered the Performance option, which was offered as a $5,000 upgrade at the time of ordering. However, Rivian is now offering the Performance upgrade as an in-app or in-car purchase for Dual Motor R1S and R1T owners.
The Performance upgrade boosts the vehicle’s horsepower and torque, while also introducing new driving modes.
Dual Motor Performance
The Dual Motor Performance upgrade adds additional features to the R1S and R1T vehicles, with the most notable being a major performance boost.
This upgrade increases both horsepower and torque, reducing the 0 to 60 mph time from 4.5 seconds to an impressive 3.4 seconds.
In addition to the power boost, the upgrade introduces new driving modes: Sport, Soft Sand, and Rally. Each mode adds specialized capabilities—Sport for track performance, Rally for off-road adventures, and Soft Sand for tackling sandy terrains.
Config
Dual Motor
Dual Motor Performance
Horsepower
533 hp
655 hp
0-60 mph / 0-100 km/h
4.6 seconds
3.5 seconds
Torque
610 lb-ft
829 lb-ft
Launch Mode Reserved for Tri and Quad
Even if you’re familiar with the roller-coaster-like feeling of launching an EV, the performance upgrade is going to be a big step up, and it’ll be a useful upgrade for off-roading too. The noticeable increase in horsepower not only helps you launch with more power but also makes crawling over rocks or pushing through water more effortless.
However, for owners hoping to take their R1 series vehicles to the track, there’s something to keep in mind—this upgrade, just like buying a Dual Motor Performance model, doesn’t include Launch Mode. That feature is only reserved for the Tri and Quad configurations.
Price
If you’re craving a bit more power or want to relive the thrill of launching your Rivian for the first time, the Performance upgrade is likely a great choice. It adds over 120 horsepower, giving you about a 25% boost in performance.
The upgrade costs $5,000 USD / $7,000 CAD, whether purchased over-the-air or at the factory. If you own a Dual Motor Rivian, you can easily buy it through the app or the vehicle itself, available with software update 2024.06 or later.
If your Rivian is experiencing odd issues or the screen has become frozen or unresponsive, a reboot of the infotainment system may fix the issue.
There are several ways to reboot the computer that powers all of Rivian’s screen, including the rear display for passengers in the back. It doesn’t matter which Rivian you have, as these reboots are applicable to both Gen 1 and Gen 2 vehicles.
Fix Frozen Display - Infotainment Reboot
Rebooting the infotainment unit is the simplest reboot and should be your first choice when you encounter an issue with your Rivian. Infotainment reboots, also known as the “two-finger salute,” involve holding the far left and far right buttons on the steering wheel down. These are the outermost buttons located next to the scroll wheels on the steering wheel. Press them and down them down for 15 seconds to reboot the computer.
The vehicle will beep, and a graphic will be displayed on the driver’s display. Continue holding the buttons down until the screens flash to black. Once the screen goes dark, you can let go of the buttons and the infotainment unit will reboot. The whole process takes about 30-45 seconds, and you’ll soon see the displays come back on with the Rivian logo.
While this reboot can also be done while driving, we don’t recommend it, as you’ll lose access to key vehicle information during the reboot.
This reboot should be your first step when encountering an issue, especially if it’s due to the display being unresponsive or frozen. Other reboot types focus on restarting specific vehicle subsystems, so if a particular feature isn’t functioning correctly, a different reboot method may be necessary.
Sleep Reboot
Begin by unplugging everything from your vehicle, including any USB cables, devices, and the Rivian Guard USB drive. Remember to disconnect any items plugged into the Utility Panel and ensure the Gear Guard Cable Anchor (if applicable) is detached.
Next, unbuckle all seatbelts and remove any child seats or heavy items from the vehicle. If the vehicle is plugged in, disconnect it, then lock the doors. Make sure to keep all keys—including phone keys—away from the vehicle for at least 30 minutes.
This sleep reboot is simple and effective, although it could be more of a hassle, especially if you have car seats installed.
Full Reboot (1 Hour)
The full reboot resets all of the vehicle’s systems, essentially rebooting everything from the ground up. Important: Rivian support advises against performing this procedure multiple times in a short time period. You must wait at least an hour between full reboots to ensure all systems initialize correctly. Attempting back-to-back reboots may result in some vehicle systems not fully starting, which could require a service visit.
To initiate a full reboot, hold down the far-left button on the steering wheel and the emergency flasher button near the ceiling for 15 seconds. This will reset all vehicle systems. While it’s possible to drive immediately after the reboot, Rivian recommends letting the vehicle sit for at least an hour before resuming your journey to ensure everything is functioning correctly.
