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Last year, I published The Ultimate Rivian R1S Car Camping Guide. The feedback was incredible, but as any seasoned camper knows, the gear and the grind never stop evolving. Eight camping trips later, I’ve refined my setup for peak efficiency and comfort.

As an adventure-focused brand, we know many Rivian owners are campers, overlanders, explorers, or somewhere in between. Camping in an EV just makes sense—with ample onboard power and built-in HVAC, you get all-weather comfort without the usual hassle. It might take some trial and error to dial in the perfect setup, but here’s my guide to transforming your Rivian R1S into a capable, go-anywhere camping rig. If electric car camping is something you’re curious about, I encourag

I never imagined I’d be writing a story about a car accident—but here we are. My new 2025 Rivian R1S was rear-ended on the freeway three months ago, and I just got it fully repaired and picked up this week. It’s also why I haven’t had much of a chance to write about Rivian so far in 2025.

Over the past 100 days, I’ve logged 2,500+ miles with it, and it’s been quite a journey. Here are my candid thoughts on the R1S.

I did extensive research on all the available phone mounting solutions for my 2025 Rivian R1S even before delivery, and I believe I’ve found

Rivian's picked up some bad habits from Tesla. The technician confirmed he had measured the gaps and panels, and they were "within spec"

Sound quality has always been a top priority for me when car shopping, and my latest addition—the 2025 Rivian R1S Gen 2—is no exception. Nat

My 4-year-old was thrilled that we’re one step closer to camping with our new Rivian. We even matched in our Gear Guard t-shirts and...

When I paid the non-refundable deposit, I was thrilled to begin my journey with the 2025 Rivian R1S Dual Max. Little did I know, the real...

This purchase is more than just a new Rivian car—it’s the start of new adventures, new opportunities, and a new way of living.