Rivian launched a brand new software program model for its R1S and R1T all-electric journey autos that provides a number of options and improves the dealing with and trip consolation of the zero-emissions SUV and pickup truck.

Carrying the model quantity 2023.34.0, the brand new software program will increase trip high quality throughout all drive modes and trip heights, Rivian says within the launch notes, providing an improved steadiness between trip and dealing with in Sport Mode and improved consolation in All-Objective Smooth Journey Mode.

For all driving modes, the abruptness of the suspension response was lowered when driving over sharp highway impacts, whereas the harshness was lowered when driving over bumps and dips at parking zone speeds, the California-based EV startup mentioned.

That is attainable as a result of each the Rivian R1T pickup and the R1S SUV trip on air suspension, which may be tweaked to supply a firmer or plusher trip.

The brand new software program replace additionally provides a brand new possibility for setting the cruising velocity whereas utilizing Freeway Help and Adaptive Cruise Management, bringing the entire setting to 2. Pace Restrict mode units the velocity to the detected restrict for the highway and is the brand new default setting, whereas Present Pace units the driving velocity to the present automobile velocity.

Moreover, a brand new Display Clear function has been added, which – when activated – turns off all of the shows contained in the automobile, permitting the individual cleansing them to do his or her job with out urgent one thing on the screens.

Vary loss has additionally been improved by greater than 25 p.c throughout sleep when the automobile is house and Gear Guard is about to “Off at Dwelling” or when Gear Guard is disabled. Furthermore, along with the smartphone app (model 2.2.0 or later), the automobile will ship a notification when it detects a difficulty with the 12-volt battery.

Rivian added extra fascinating options to its autos prior to now, showcasing their means to enhance over time with issues like Kneel Mode, Camp Mode, and Snow Mode, amongst others.

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