The Hidden Features On The Rivian R1T That Every New Car Should Have

Any Rivian when unlocked will play the sound of a mountain bluebird. Rivian explains it was recorded in the Yellowstone National Park. But the magic of unlocking a Rivian does not end there. Users can unlock the vehicle with their smartphone App, a special key fob, a credit card-sized card, or a wristband.

A Rivian vehicle will “sense” when a driver approaches if they have a smartphone on them. It unlocks, pops out the door handles, and adjusts the steering wheel, mirrors, and seats to a set position. For those who like to enjoy the outdoors without their phone, Rivian built a key fob stress-tested for almost everything, from water to dust, to mud and bad weather. Another key comes with a Rivian, useful for those who dive, swim, surf, or sail: the silicone key band, which can handle underwater environments and extreme temperatures. Just a swipe on the door handle and the Rivian will unlock. Finally, just in case, users get a spare key shaped just like a credit card that can be kept in a wallet.

Additionally, through the gear shop, Rivian customers can get all kinds of goodies like the Camp Kitchen. It has everything needed to cook: from a sink with a spray faucet to a 1,440-watt, two-burner induction cooktop. Rooftop bike mounts, snowboard mounts, and even a three-person tent that can easily be deployed on top of the roof can be added.