Rivian launches AI assistant for Gen 1 and 2 vehicles
Rivian just dropped its own AI voice assistant for compatible Rivian Gen 1 and Gen 2 electric vehicles, arriving via a software update on May 12, 2026.
If you're a Connect Plus subscriber ($15 a month or $150 a year) or have an active trial, you can now get hands-free help with everything from car controls to planning your day, no need to touch your phone.
Assistant powered by Rivian Unified Intelligence
Powered by Rivian Unified Intelligence, the assistant lets you adjust things like climate control or drive modes just by asking.
You can activate it with a scroll wheel on the steering wheel or simply say "Hey Rivian."
It will even check river depths for off-roading, find nearby car washes, and sync with Google Calendar for events and scheduling actions.
For music through Spotify or Apple Music and messaging, you will need to connect those apps separately.