yes entry-level Explore trim for R1T and R1S trams. “After considering the needs of our customers, Rivian has decided to remove the Discovery Package as an option when configuring R1T or R1S,” . “We take this news as a surprise and apologize to customers who have disrupted their plans.”
The company said it initially offered customers two package options to give them “more variety”. While Rivian expects that many customers will opt for the Explore package, it claims that only a small percentage of them have done so, with the “vast majority” opting for the Adventure package. The company says that by narrowing its focus to the Adventure version, it will be able to streamline the supply chain and distribute electric vehicles more quickly.
The move means that Rivian’s electric vans and SUVs are becoming more expensive for those looking for the cheapest option – it marks a $5,500 increase across the board. The R1T truck now starts at $73,000, while the R1S costs at least $78,000 for new orders (second pricing starts at $75,500 for those who pre-order March 1 or earlier).
Those with the Explore trim pre-order will need to reconfigure their package to the Adventure model before September 1. If not, Rivian will move them out of the production queue. Customers who pre-order the Explore package will get their deposit back if they cancel. Those with a binding Explore order agreement can cancel before September 16 for a full refund.
Meanwhile, the quad engine option has increased in price on new orders in the US ($2,000) and Canada ($3,250). Rivian is currently of R1S and R1T.
Rivian announces price increase for all models earlier this year. After a quick backlash, it and limit gains on new R1T and R1S orders, even though shareholders against the company.
Rivian recently laid off six percent of its staff to draw more resources into the . They are struggling to make electric vehicles fast enough to meet demand, and they have had to cut their production forecast for the year in half. . The company’s backlog of pre-orders as of the end of June, excluding 100,000 Rivian electric delivery vehicles for Amazon.
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