Rivian said it is again extending free access to its Autonomy+ driver assistance software, giving owners more time to use the company’s hands-free driving features before the system transitions to a paid offering.
In an email sent to customers this week, Rivian said all new Rivian R1S and Rivian R1T vehicles will receive a 60-day trial of Autonomy+, with full access available through April 4. The extension also applies to existing owners, temporarily unlocking the complete Autonomy+ feature set.
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The trial includes Rivian’s recently introduced Universal Hands-Free system, first announced in December. The feature allows drivers to operate their vehicles without touching the steering wheel on compatible roads, provided lane markings are clearly visible. Rivian said the system can be used across about 3.5 million miles of marked roads in the United States and Canada, including highways and selected non-highway routes.
Rivian cautioned that the hands-free system has limitations. The company said Universal Hands-Free will not stop or slow the vehicle for traffic lights or stop signs, and drivers must remain attentive and ready to take control at all times.
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Autonomy+ also includes Highway Assist, Adaptive Cruise Control and Lane Change on Command. These features are currently available only on second-generation Rivian vehicles, while first-generation models continue to rely on the earlier Driver+ system.
After the trial period ends, Rivian plans to price Autonomy+ at $49.99 per month or offer it as a one-time purchase for $2,500. The one-time option is tied to the vehicle’s identification number rather than the owner, allowing the software to remain with the vehicle if it is sold. Rivian has said customers may use Rivian Reward points to offset part or all of the one-time fee.
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Rivian has outlined broader ambitions for its autonomy platform. Chief executive RJ Scaringe has said the company plans to introduce point-to-point driving for second-generation vehicles in 2026, with longer-term goals that include Level 4 “eyes-off” driving capability.
