The Rivian R1T is also in line to get a unique take on the tailgate step according to recent patent filings, with the middle section of the opened tailgate lowering to create a step into the load box.

The R3 is the Rivian's affordable mass-market electric ... So, it may be trying to go a step ahead of Tesla in keeping the cabin of the R3 minimalist and fewer buttons, like it already is on ...