Fat Finger Fallout: Rivian accidentally bricks owners’ infotainment systems with new update
Toronto, Ontario — Rivian accidentally bricked the infotainment system of dozens of vehicles with an OTA update, blaming the issue on a “fat finger” mistake when uploading a new software build. According to an update from the automaker on Reddit, the cars are still allegedly drivable, but many owners are reporting that both the main […]
More Common Than You Think: EV makers say materials used are common and repairs aren’t always more expensive
Las Vegas, Nevada — Details shared by Rivian and Lucid Motors during this year’s SEMA Show about the structural makeup of the automakers’ vehicles demonstrated that components are more common than stereotypes perhaps popularly project. Rivian Collision Service Engineering Senior Manager, Dan Black and Lucid Body Repair Technician Manager, Matthew Pitta spoke during a session […]
A Haunting Vision: Rivian’s new Halloween mode turns pedestrians into zombies and witches
Toronto, Ontario – For the Halloween season, the automaker Rivian is bringing a new feature available through a recent software update. Using the update, drivers of the Rivian R1 will be able to view pedestrians, cyclists and motorcyclists as zombies and witches through the in-vehicle screen. The update is accessible through the Rivian mobile app. […]
Canadian Exclusive: 3M welcomes Collision Repair mag to its brand new Skills Development Center
St. Paul, Minnesota — Collision Repair magazine had the privilege of being the exclusive Canadian media at the grand opening of 3M’s groundbreaking Skills Development Center (SDC) in St. Paul, Minnesota, held on October 11. This state-of-the-art facility is set to become a hub for professional repairer and educator training, addressing the industry-wide need for […]
Tuesday Ticker: Tesla misses targets, Rivian marks delivery records
Toronto, Ontario — Analysts were off in their estimates in predictions for both Tesla and Rivian’s delivery numbers–but for different reasons. See the ups and downs in this weekly Tuesday Ticker. Tesla misses targets–but still delivers Tesla missed market estimates for its Q3 2023 deliveries, which analysts believe is due to mass production halts and shutdowns […]
Tuesday Ticker: VinFast drops, Rivian hires seasoned pro
Toronto, Ontario — In this weekly Tuesday Ticker, VinFast’s share prices dropped almost as much as they grew when the stock first dropped; while Rivian hires a seasoned OEM exec as it buckles down for a busy few months. They rise, they fall VinFast shares exploded when the electric automaker began trading on Nasdaq in […]
Automakers in Attendance: Rivian to participate in Collision Repair mag’s EV Tour
Toronto, Ontario — Collision Repair magazine is thrilled to announce that representatives from Rivian’s Collision Repair Program will be at next week’s highly anticipated EV Repair Tour, supported by Fix Network. This event presents a unique opportunity to connect with Frank Phillips, senior manager of the OEM’s Certified Collision Program, to learn more about these […]
Plugged In: EVs designated non-drivable at a lower frequency than ICE vehicles, claims Mitchell report
Toronto, Ontario — The frequency of electric vehicle collision repair claims grew to 2.64 percent in Canada last quarter, Mitchell stated in its latest Plugged In: EV Collision Insights report. One of the first notes in the report makes the claim that EVs tend to be designated non-drivable at a lower frequency than ICE counterparts, […]
Read up on Rivian: Rivian repair documentation now available on OEM1Stop
Toronto, Ontario — A bevy of Rivian repair documentation has found its way onto the online procedure repository, OEM1Stop, including position statements and service guidelines. While the EV brand’s futuristic pickup trucks are by no means widespread in Canada at this point, it’s better to be safe than sorry should one roll into your repair […]
Tuesday Ticker: Competition for EV trucks and another quarter in the bag for AutoCanada
Toronto, Ontario — The completion of Tesla’s first Cybertruck puts pressure on its competitors in the EV space and AutoCanada prepares to delve into its Q2 financials during a call in August. Rivian recoils The unveiling of Tesla’s first Cybertruck off the assembly line dealt yet another blow to Rivian’s share prices. The news caused […]
