RIVIAN DEPLOYS THEIR FIRST NACS CHARGERS

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The video discusses Rivian's deployment of NACS chargers at their Adventure Network locations, starting with Joshua Tree. Jose from Rivian Tracker highlights that new Gen 2 R1T and R1S models now come with native NACS ports, allowing direct charging at Tesla Superchargers. The Rivian Adventure Network is also being updated to include NACS alongside CCS, making it open to all EVs. While Rivian hasn't officially announced this rollout, it's evident through press releases and app updates. The discussion also touches upon Rivian's Gen 2 upgrades, including improved cameras and the in-house autonomy platform, and the partnership with Volkswagen, which grants VW access to Rivian's software and hardware architecture. The high cost of charging at RAN stations is noted, but Rivian appears to be prioritizing network expansion and revenue generation. The overall sentiment is that Rivian is making ambitious moves and is poised to be a major player in the EV market.