The driver claims that after Driver+ mistook a bridge for a tunnel it shut off when he didn't take over as instructed - and Rivian says that's intentional
driver aid systems are all the rage right now but they’re not without their critics. Many versions appear to allow loopholes where drivers aren’t required to pay full attention to the road. A new post online seems to indicate thatRivian’s Driver+ software is meant to reduce the workload on a driver so long as they remain diligent and ready to take over at any time. It includes adaptive cruise control, automatic steering, and even lane-change capability.
According to MrrQuackers, the car made it under the bridge without issue, but then Driver+ turned itself off. When he attempted to restart Driver+, the system said “Not Available Until Next Drive.” On a long trip or one that’s tight on time that could be a real pain. Nevertheless, it’s the same sort of behavior that some other EV automakers like
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