RIVIAN TEMPORARILY HALTED R1T POWERED TONNEAU COVER PRODUCTION REDESIGN IN THE WORKS EPISODE 80

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The Out of Spec Podcast episode delves into the significant issues surrounding Rivian's R1T powered tonneau cover. Hosts Jordan and Skyler discuss the cover's history, from its unveiling with early production trucks to the widespread reports of malfunctions, including noises and complete failures. Rivian has acknowledged the problem, initially promising a fix for early next year, but has now temporarily halted production and is redesigning the cover. Customers ordering new R1T trucks must choose between a manual tonneau cover (reducing the price by $700) or no cover at all (reducing the price by $1500), with the powered version expected to be available as an upgrade later. The discussion highlights the stacking design's complexity, potential for misalignment, and the contrast with simpler manual or rolling covers. While acknowledging the frustration for owners and reservation holders, the hosts frame this as a manageable issue compared to more critical recalls seen in other vehicles, expressing optimism for Rivian's eventual solution.