According to Sawyer Merritt, Rivian has announced Autonomy+, an AI-driven autonomy subscription service launching in early 2026, priced at $2,500 one-time or $50 per month (source: Sawyer Merritt, Twitter). The Gen 3 autonomy platform will utilize 11 cameras, 5 radars, and a front-facing LiDAR, all powered by Rivian's in-house RAP1 silicon. In the near term, software advancements for Gen 2 R1 vehicles will introduce Universal Hands-Free (UHF), providing hands-free assisted driving on over 3.5 million miles of roads in the USA and Canada, including off-highway roads with clear lane markings. These AI-powered features aim to improve road safety, address customer demand, and create business growth opportunities within the autonomous vehicle market. Rivian's ongoing development signals significant market potential in scalable AI driving solutions and advanced driver-assistance technology (source: Sawyer Merritt, Twitter).