Rivian Announces Hands-Free Driving for 2025, Eyes-Free System by 2026

The EV maker plans to introduce hands-free and eyes-off autonomous features in its second-generation vehicles, with broader capabilities expected in future models.

• Rivian's CEO RJ Scaringe confirmed plans to launch hands-free Level 2 driver assistance in 2025, followed by eyes-off Level 3 autonomy in 2026.
• The Level 3 system will allow drivers to relinquish control under specific conditions, a feature currently rare in the U.S. market.
• Second-generation Rivian vehicles, equipped with the Rivian Autonomy Platform, will support these updates, while first-generation models may not receive the full functionality.
• The upcoming Rivian R2, a smaller electric SUV set to launch in 2026 starting at $45,000, is expected to include these advanced driver assistance features.
• Future Level 4 autonomy would likely require LiDAR, though Rivian's current system relies on cameras, radar, and ultrasonic sensors for its semi-autonomous capabilities.

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