CompaniesRivianCompany OverviewContactAbout RivianLatest from RivianADASADAS Approval: Rivian approves Hunter’s Ultimate ADASHunter Engineering Company“With this approval, Rivian’s network of service centres, certified collision centres and authorized service providers now have access to the industry...May 14, 2026Calibration EquipmentADAS On Board: IIHS updates list of safest 2025 vehiclesToronto, Ontario -- The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety is adding three models – the Audi Q6 e-tron, Buick Enclave, Nissan Armada. . .April 29, 2025EVEV/AV Report: Minister of Transportation halts Tesla rebate requests; while Rivian announces hands-free driving in second generation vehiclesTeslaToronto, Ontario – In this weekly electric and autonomous vehicle report, the Canadian Minister of Transportation, Chrystia...March 28, 2025OEM CertificationsOEM NEWSFebruary 28, 2025Calibration EquipmentTech Teamwork: Rivian Certified Collision Network grants approval for the Autel IA900 ADAS Calibration SystemAutelFebruary 14, 2025NewsCharging Ahead: Majority of EV owners report ‘no concerns’ with vehicle repair, says CAA studyFebruary 10, 2025Collision RepairPDR Protocols: Rivian releases position statement on PDR; stresses importance of OEM proceduresToronto, Ontario — Rivian has released a position statement on the steps to take to complete successful paintless dent repair procedures and stressing the importance of OEM procedures. When looking at the position statement, the automaker specifically highlights that Rivian does not support the use of aftermarket, optional OEM, alternative, reverse-engineered, used, salvaged or externally […]January 10, 2025Collision RepairIce-Busting Innovations: Rivian patents heated headlamps to combat effects of iced-over lights in colder climatesToronto, Ontario – Rivian has filed a patent application for heated headlamp lens technology that aims to combat the issue of iced-over lights in colder climates. In an application filed with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) and published on December 26, 2024, the patent specifically describes a system inside the vehicle’s headlamps […]January 7, 2025Collision RepairTuesday Ticker: Looking back at financial highlights from 2024Toronto, Ontario — In this weekly Tuesday Ticker, we’re taking a look back at some of the highlights from 2024 to see the financial ups and downs that gave each season a unique financial forecast. Ramped up production; dwindled deliveries In January 2024, the year began with automaker Rivian announcing its production of 75 percent […]December 17, 2024Collision RepairReliable Rides: Subaru has the most reliable vehicles, says Consumer Reports studyToronto, Ontario — According to a new study from Consumer Reports, which calculated predicted reliability ratings for vehicle brands, Subaru has leads as the most reliable vehicle in North America. This year’s report specifically gathered data on more than 300,000 vehicles from the 2000 to 2024 model years, with a few 2025 models introduced early […]December 13, 2024Collision RepairScan Suggestions: Rivian releases position statement on pre-and-post repair system scanning requirementsToronto, Ontario—Rivian has released a position statement on pre- and post-repair system scanning requirements for its vehicles, highlighting the importance of critical electronic systems. The statement specifically indicates that critical electronic devices may be damaged in a collision. As a result, “to detect these errors and to make sure that vehicle systems are working as intended, […]December 12, 2024EVEV/AV Report: Electric vehicles gain in reliability according to new Consumer Reports; Waymo announces Miami expansion beginning in 2026Toronto, Ontario — In this electronic and autonomous vehicle report, Consumer Reports’ annual vehicle reliability survey has found that new electric vehicles have fewer problems than in the past; while Waymo announces expansion into Miami, Florida beginning in 2026. Reliable ratings Consumer Reports’ annual vehicle reliability survey has found that new electric vehicles have fewer […]December 6, 2024Collision RepairTuesday Ticker: BYD stalls plan to enter North American market; Rivian experiences first revenue declineToronto, Ontario — In this weekly Tuesday Ticker, Chinese EV maker BYD reportedly scraps plans to enter the Canadian market, while Rivian experiences its first revenue dip since going public four years ago. Bye-bye, BYD China’s largest electric vehicle manufacturer, BYD, has decided not to expand into Canada, despite having previously conveyed its intentions to […]November 11, 2024Collision RepairFeeling Rivian Blue: New report highlights more than 16 worker safety violations at Rivian plant in Normal, IllinoisNormal, Illinois — A recent report from Bloomberg shares a history of serious health and safety violations at automaker Rivian’s plant in Normal, Illinois, including a former employee claiming to have experienced “Rivian Blue” bile after painting R1T pickup trucks without PPE. The electric vehicle manufacturer has specifically received citations for 16 initial violations in […]October 28, 2024Collision RepairTuesday Ticker: EV demand influencing Volkswagen sales; Rivian misses Q3 delivery expectations, cuts production guidanceToronto, Ontario — In this weekly Tuesday Ticker, Volkswagen mulls reasons for its decreased passenger car sales, while Rivian seeks loans and reduces its full-year production forecasts. Volkswagen on a tightrope Volkswagen’s passenger car sales are down more than one full percentage point, and EVs could have something to do with it. In early September, […]October 7, 2024 Request More Info Fill out the form below to request more information about RivianShop Floor SolutionsPresented by CARSTAR CANADAReady to Grow Your Store?Take the next step in growing your collision repair business by joining the CARSTAR network. 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