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Source: https:\/\/www.theverge.com\/2022\/8\/18\/23312081\/rivian-r1t-r1s-price-increase-explore-package-discontinued<\/a>
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Rivian canceled the entry-level version of the R1T, effectively raising the price of its base model electric truck by over $6,000, according to an online forum for customers and later confirmed by the company. <\/p>\n

The company said in an email to customers that it was canceling the base \u201cExplore\u201d model, which started at $67,500, in favor of the $73,000 \u201cAdventure\u201d trim. Customers can either upgrade to the more expensive trim level or cancel their orders, the company advised. Rivian has also \u201cdiscontinued\u201d<\/a> the less expensive trim for its R1S electric SUV,<\/a> which is expected to start shipping to customers later this year. <\/p>\n

In an email to preorder holders, a copy of which was shared with The Verge<\/em> by Rivian spokesperson Tanya Miller, the company says it made the decision to no longer offer the Explore package so it can \u201cdeliver as many vehicles as possible.\u201d <\/p>\n

The email says that \u201cfocusing on the Adventure trim package\u201d will let Rivian \u201cstreamline\u201d its supply chain and make more vehicles. In its most recent earnings report, the company reported delivering 4,467 vehicles and restated its goal to build 25,000 this year.<\/p>\n

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