The Rivian R2 does not include traditional AM or FM radio, instead requiring an internet connection for audio entertainment.
According to an image from the R2's owner's manual, the vehicle offers a range of media sources but omits FM radio entirely.
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Digital Radio Requires Cell Signal
The closest alternative is 'Rivian Digital Radio,' powered by iHeartRadio, which typically combines digital streaming with terrestrial FM and AM access.
However, iHeartRadio depends on cellular coverage, making it potentially useless in remote areas without internet access.
The R2 also supports Apple Music, Audible, Spotify, Tidal, and TuneIn, but all require the Connect+ subscription or a personal Wi-Fi hotspot.
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TuneIn provides live feeds from over 100,000 local radio stations but similarly needs an internet connection.
In contrast, the larger Rivian R1 retains FM radio but still omits AM.
The absence of FM radio has sparked criticism on Reddit, with some owners calling it a deal-breaker.
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Rivian has been contacted for comment on why FM radio was excluded from the R2.
