R1S Motors Heat Up During Charging on RAN

EV Play for Rivian: A Game-Changer for Apple Carplay Enthusiasts?

Rivian Mom · 2025-04-08T16:32:35+00:00

There’s this new device I heard avout called EV Play. From what I read, it promises to bring Apple CarPlay and some oretty interesting apps right to Rivian’s screen. I couldn’t find much chatter about it yet, but I read it’s a plug-and-play setup coming out this month. No clue on the price, but the thought of having my phone’s familiar layout front and center while I’m driving sounds like a dream. I’ve got my hands full with work and family, so anything that simplifies my day is a win in my book. That said, I’m not jumping in without thinking it through—years of juggling life have taught me to pause and ponder. Could there be any hiccups with adding this to my R1S? I wonder if it might mess with something down the road. And here’s a thought: could Rivian send out one of those over-the-air updates and block it after I’ve already bought it? I’d hate to invest in something only to have it fizzle out. I’d love to hear what other owners think—especially the seasoned ones like me. Is this a smart upgrade, or should I hold off?

Rivian Blue

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Apr 3, 2025

Has anyone ever had an issue while charging on RAN the motors heat up?

RAN Charger 2B
Right front 100 degrees
Left front 70 degrees
Both rear motors 80 degrees

As soon as I stopped charging the motors started cooling down, battery temp was 89 degrees. Right front turned orange. I only added 20kw to the battery in about 13 mins. Stopping the charge removing the connector and starting a new charge didn't replicate the same issue.

Someone told me it’s normal. That the motors are used to warm the battery to optimum charging temperature. I just want to hope that they're right and if so, that means I still have some Rivian learning to do.

R1S Motors Heat Up During Charging on RAN

Rivian Blue

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