Rivian CEO Dismisses CarPlay, Cites Software Risks and Rival UI Criticism
Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe has expressed a desire for CarPlay support in Rivian vehicles, despite the company's current stance of not adopting it, citing concerns over UI and control. He appreciates CarPlay's UI in other vehicles and acknowledges Tesla's rumored support, but emphasizes Rivian's focus on providing a superior integrated experience without it. The debate highlights the tension between user preferences and company control over vehicle interfaces.