Rivian OS 2.0 Brings Waze Alerts For Speed Cameras And Cops
Rivian is preparing to roll out one of its most significant over-the-air software updates to date. The upcoming 2026.31 release will deliver a total rewrite of the infotainment system—bringing Rivian OS 2.0 and native Waze integration to all R1T and R1S models, including early first-generation vehicles.
While the automaker continues to hold out against adding Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, this latest update brings built-in features closer to replicating smartphone mirroring capabilities directly on the vehicle's central display.
Unifying the User Experience Across Generations
Rivian OS 2.0 debuted on the newly launched R2, introducing a fresh graphical interface and faster system responsiveness. Rivian Chief Software Officer Wassym Bensaid confirmed that the underlying software architecture was rebuilt from the ground up to unify code across the entire lineup.
This single-core platform approach ensures early adopters with older R1 hardware won't be left behind as Rivian introduces new features down the line.
Real-Time Waze Alerts Integrated Into Native Navigation
The headline addition to Rivian OS 2.0 is crowd-sourced real-time road hazard reporting. Built directly into the vehicle's native navigation system, the feature will tap into Waze data to surface real-time driver alerts.
- Initial Phase: Focuses on speed camera locations and police presence reports.
- Future Expansions: Will progressively add road hazard notifications, slowdown alerts, and expanded crowd-sourced data.
- Availability: Included in the 2026.31 OTA update for both R1 fleet vehicles and the new R2.
What R1 Models Don't Get: Physical Halo Wheels
While the software architecture is unifying, hardware limitations naturally remain. Early R1S and R1T models will not receive the physical Halo Wheels found on the R2's steering wheel—the dual multi-function tactile controls designed to manage screen menus without forcing drivers to reach for the central display.
Instead, R1 drivers will keep their current setup featuring physical click-wheel scroll pads and traditional thumb controls on the steering wheel spokes.
With the 2026.31 update, Rivian aims to streamline its development pipeline while addressing one of the biggest reasons owners repeatedly request.
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