Rivian is finally getting a long-requested feature — and no, it’s not CarPlay

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By Andrew J. HawkinsAug 13, 2026, 10:00 am188 ptsTrendingTop
Rivian R1S owners, rejoice. Rivian has heard your pleas for second-row captain's chairs. For years, Rivian owners have lamented the absence of captain's chairs in the R1S, noting that the three-row SUV would be much improved with standalone seats instead of a bench in the second row. Parents groused that…

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